Carol Monaco Obituary

Carol, I am so sorry you were taken from your family while so young.

I will always remember you, and how kind you and your family were to us, while growing up.

I look back on my time on Merrimac fondly, in most part due to your family.

❤Tyna Gawryliszyn

Carol - we love you and miss you everyday, but I know you are with me on this great adventure. love your oldest and best sis. xxx

I love and miss you in person everyday!

Hi Carol,
We are still here and think about you everyday! You and I have some exciting days ahead. I know you will be with me in St Simons Island and will lead me in the right direction.
Love u always,
E xxx

As Joe and I just got back, I will never forget your last words to me, did you get the shutters up. Love you, miss you

Carol - keep a look out because my adopted brother Brandon has joined you and Brendan in heaven.
I will always love you all...I will see you soon. xoxox

to my sister, and best friend love ya....miss ya ..tell dad hi, kisses, your little buddy..our niece is a great kid..half dwyer half us who would think?

carol, i had a nice time at wisco, i know you were there, i saw you in the house, the waves, the people, mom, my daughter, was awesome, miss you, tell dad yo love me

Dear Carol-

I have been missing you terribly, so much more than usual lately, and I felt the desire to be comforted by sending you a note. I know, I know…the last time I wrote in this space was an open letter to Nicole on October 12, 2005; but you know in your heart that very little time passes without me thinking of you.

So, time flies as they say and before you know it: you’re married with girls aged 6 and 4…yikes! I do get melancholy about our family sometimes I must admit; especially because the ladies in my life were deprived of meeting their awesome Auntie Carol. Someday I will explain life’s wicked turns to them…but for now…I’ll just leave it be.

I find it very interesting, life’s turns so to speak, that people in the present leave unexpectedly while others arrive inexplicably. A lot of strange Kenny dynamics currently happening as we speak…don’t you think? Either way, I know you are shining your light upon all of us; and in return, we are doing our best to keep your wonderful, loving, beautiful spirit alive…

All my love,
Your Cousin Michael

Happy happy birthday mom! The day that you were born will always warrant a special celebration, but you should also know that I commemorate your awesomeness each and every day. I'm so grateful to have had such an outstanding lady for a mother. I certainly won't be the only person thinking about you today. I love you.
-Nicole

Carol, thank you for visiting me in that dream Saturday night. It was very comforting to know that Andrew is safe with you. I know Brendan and Sue and the kids will find comfort in this too. We miss you but know that you are in such good company!

dearest mother,
i think your sister is a nut. but i suppose you already knew that. and i guess you were a kind of a nut too, so it must run in the family. i hope i can make it as endearing as you did. anyway, while i'm using the internet as an ethereal channel of communication, i should also mention that i love you and i miss you. oh, AND thank you for this life you've given me. it has been a pretty sweet deal really. i plan on doing great things with your legacy...*MUAH*
-nicole

thank you carol for watching over mom....it is hard for me because i am so far away. i am happy to report she is doing so much better and i think it is because she know she has both of her girls taking care of her! i am enjoying my visit with her. tonight we will have a couple of the girls over for a thank you for all the help they gave us cleaning mom's house. you can join us too in spirit! keep your hand on Nicole's shoulder to guide her during this time time as she has to figure out what to do as she finishes school. She will be fine, but a little nudge from you would not hurt. Open a few doors for her so she has some great choices!!! love forever, e

Hi Carol,
In just a few days it will be 7 years since you have been gone. I miss u more now than ever. I have been so busy with my new career at Market Day this past year (can u beleive it??? you always used to buy Market Day and I wondered what the heck it was!), I did not want to forget about you!! Thank you for watching over mom, Nicole, Matthew and I as we traveled towards Hurricane Dean this summer. What a great time we had on that cruise. I know you were with us in spirit. Please watch over mom again as travels to China later next month. andy keep your hubby and crew safe as he celebrates his 60th (can u beleive it???). I hope others still check in here once in a while. It would be nice to know they are thinking about you too!!! All my love forever!!! your big sis!!

Hi Everyone,
Just wondering who still checks in on Carol's guest book. Tomorrow will be 6 years. I can hardly believe it! Missing her more than ever. Love, Erin

Hey Mom,

HAPPY BIRTHDAY! I just wanted you to know that I'm spending the day chuckling at the idea of you being in your 40s. hahaha. You know I love you always.

-Nicole

hi carol,

this comes to you for no special reason, but to say i love you and how much i miss you.

sorry i have not been keeping up and writing to you on the holidays, but i know that you know that i think about you always.

you are forever in my heart,

love,

e

My Sweet Nicole-

This isn't the sort of anniversary one likes to acknowledge -- but we're compelled to never forget. Not that forgetting is even possible…or an option! So I choose to celebrate your mother. In truth, Carol is reflected upon everyday…each and every day. While my dearest cousin haunts my thoughts, I am comforted by the joy of you Nicole. You embody your mother; she is so proud of you. I am so proud of you…more than I could ever demonstrate.

We have a legacy site set up for my father as well. I dread journaling in these sites…truly. It's an admission of finality…an acknowledgment of death. But you know, afterwards, I always feel relieved. As if I have made contact with dad and Carol. Who knows…it is cyberspace after all and anything is possible. Even though it's been embarrassingly too long since I've last visited this cyber-heaven, you must know that my heart pumps and my lungs breathe and in between -- I think of your mother…

All my love,

Your Godfather

Dear Carol,



I'm so sorry I wasn't at your Mass on Sunday. I was out of town. I'm also sorry I haven't entered anything in this Guest Book, yet after-all, I am your Godmother and there you are with God looking over me. It wasn't suppose to be that way. I guess I just figured you new I was thinking about you everyday. Nicole is a terrific young lady, you'd be so proud and Michaela is so adorable, Bob is doing a wonderful job. You taught him well. As for the family, you've left us with a big a hole that can't be filled, nor should it. You live on in all of us. Miss you little Godchild, oh so much.

Love, Aunt Mar

Carol,

Of course we miss you more than ever, but it was because of you that we were all able to gather together at church in your name. We hope you enjoyed it as much as we did. Love you always, E

Mom,

I love you so much and I miss you more than ever. I'm having so much fun at school, I know you're proud. Keep an eye on dad and Michaela. I LOVE YOU,

Nicole

Carol:

I had a little laugh on your account. I asked you to give me a little sign that you were up in heaven with Uncle Ronnie. Along came an e-mail from Uncle Biede (that's what all the kids call him now - his new baby will be so confused!!!) mentioning the legacy web site. I had no idea how useful this site would be when we signed you up for it!! I almost forgot it was here!! I still miss you tons. Love forever, Erin

PS: Say a prayer Mikey does well in LA next week for the big contest and thanks for protecting him when he had that huge fall a couple of weeks ago. You must have caught him just in time!! Thanks.

It's been so long since I've visited this site. Carol, I just want you to know that a day doesn't go by that Joe & I don't think of you and miss you so much. Jason loves when Nicole babysits and he loves to see his cousin Michaela! Your new nephew, Ryan, will also be told all the wonderful Carol stories when he gets older. We love you and miss you so much!

Love, Michelle

Another Christmas has come and gone and I know you are safe and happy, but I still miss you very much.

Love your big sis.

I am so glad that so many of you keep Carol in your thoughts (not that I ever thought you wouldn't)!! Nicky and the kids and I are very excited because Nicole, Michaela, Bob and Bob's sister Jane will be here to visit in just a few days. We will be spending some time in New York City, at our pool and down the Jersey Shore at Barnegat Light on Long Beach Island. These were just a few of my sister's favorite things to do while visiting us here in New Jersey. I feel so honored that Bob is helping us to build such great memories for the girls, not to mention us too!! I bet my sister has something to do with that!!!

Dear Carol,

I went Queen of Heaven just a few days before Mother's Day. I left you flowers and talked to you about everything and anything that I could think of. ( That one plot still gives me the heeby geebies) I have a picture of you on my mirror and I am constantly reminded of the joy and love you spread around our family. One of my most fondest memories of you was at Dobie's pool when I was a kid. We will never stop loving you and I know that your love for us will never stop either.

I love reading all the great entries and thought I would like to write and let you know that everyday I mention your name, Carol to my boys as they are leaving so they will remember to give me that last little kiss good-bye. They ask about you and what you were like and I tell them you are a great mom who loves her kids and her husband and was amazingly dedicated to helping grandma. hope the girls and Bob are doing well.

Love you, Mary

My daughter Samantha and I went to Queen of Heaven a few weeks ago to visit my dad Michael S.J. Kenny, Poppy and Gramie Kenny and Carol. It was a beautiful day, warm, sunny with a gentle breeze, perfect to reminisce about those we love and miss. And we do miss you Carol, we talk about you often, you are part of our lives and always will be. Your the cousin I always went to for news of the family, you made me laugh, told me I didn't need to lose weight, (I loved you for that lie) and always had positive things to say. Every time I go to Oak Park to shop or eat I think about you, I remember our last conversation just 2 days before you died, we we're going to pick a date to meet at Goldys so I could introduce you and Bob to Tony. I miss you and always will.

It's been a long time since I have written here, but I was just up late thinking of Mrs. Monaco and thinking of how much I still miss her,I know some day we will all see her again, but untill that day comes I will still wish that she was still here with us.

"All that I am or hope to be I owe to my angel mother."

Your birthday is fast approaching. I had a great time with your girls and Bob last week for my birthday. I can't wait to see thme again in a few weeks! It seems Nicole and I are the only ones who are keeping up with writing you, but you know everyone thinks about you all the time. Still loving you and thinking of you always!

The virtuous woman, though she die before her time, will find rest. Length of days is not what makes age honorable, nor number of years a true measure of life; understanding, this is woman's gray hairs; untarnished life, this is ripe old age. She has sought to please God, so God has loved her; as she was amoung sinners, she has been taken up. She has been carried off so that evil may not warp her understanding or treachery seduce her soul; for the fastination of evil throws good things into the shade, and the whirlwind of desire corrupts a simple heart. Coming to perfection in so short a while, she achieved long life; her soul being pleasing to the Lord, He has taken her quickly from the wickedness around her. Yet people look on, uncomprehending; it does not enter their heads that grace and mercy await the chosen of the Lord, and protection, his holy ones.

Wisdom 4:7-15

Merry Christmas & Happy New Year to my sister. Carol I wish you were here with us, you would love your newest nephew Matthew and I'm sure he would love you. Everytime he smiles they say an angel is kissing him. Is that you?

Well Everyone it's been 1 year. Somtimes it feels like a week and sometimes it feels like years. Mikey says he still thinks of you at home in Chicago, so he said he did not really miss you yet. He's only 8 so it will probably take awhile. Of course Carol I think I could say on behalf of everyone who knew you we think of you everyday in someway or another. I went to church today. I'm not sure why, I know you are fine. I guess I just wanted God to reassure me that all of us down here that we would be ok. We are so lucky to have you up there watching over all of us, especially in light of all that has happened since Sept. 11, 2001. Thank you for keeping me close to God. Love your big sis, E

Nicole,

Its almost a year know and i still think about your mom nearly every day. She was a great mom, person, and a friend. At first I was so sad about what happend and it hurt a lot. I'm sure what I felt wasnt nearly compared to what you felt. But now as I think about our good times with your mom, it makes me feel good that I was able to know her. Now to me she's not really gone anymore but more in our hearts. I love you much.

~Sam

Dear Nicole,Michaela and Bob,

I apologize for the delay in adding to this website but I guess the time just got away from me. I think about Carol everyday and only wish that we could have shared more time together. I know we would have been good friends as we were when we were younger. Our birthdays are in the same month and we usually had something together with Erin and my cousin Maria. I enjoyed being with all of our at Grandma's birthday in November and now we have another loss in our family. I know that God must be testing our faith and love and it is only thru these terrible losses that I have realized what an incredible family we have. We are so blessed to have each other even across the miles. I look forward to seeing everyone at Michaels wedding in 2 weeks. Take care and your mom is with Gram now and you have 2 angels looking over you all. Love from the cousin who moves alot, Mary

Hello everyone. Hope the summer is treating you well. I'm doin peachy. Today is my birthday, and yesterday we had a little family get together. My godfather gave my this book of angels. I've already read it through 5 times. I never really thought about angels before, but it's a very comforting thought. Anyway, I just thought I'd share my favorite poem in the book.

"The pure, the bright, the beautiful

That stirred our hearts in youth,

The impulses to wordless prayer,

The streams of love and truth;

The longing after something lost,

The spirit's yearning cry;

The striving after better hopes -

These things can never die



The timid hand stretched forth to aid

A brother in his need;

A kindly word in grief's dark hour

That proves a friend indeed;

The plea for mercy softly breathed

When justice threatens high;

The sorrow of a contrite heart -

These things shall never die





Let nothing pass, for every hand

Must find some work to do;

Lose not a chance to waken love;

Be firm and just and true;

So shall a light that cannot fade

Beam on thee from on high,

And angel voices say to thee -

These things shall never die



-Charles Dickens

We sure miss Carol. We think about her often. Sometimes it's easier not to think about it because it is too painful to think about it. She definately had a tremendous positive impact on all of us and will NEVER be forgotten. Hope we get to see everyone this summer sometime. We will be coming back in August for Michael's wedding! We miss everyone!!

Nicole,

Aunty Erin told us that you check this every day. I'm writing this because I wanted you to know I still remember your mom and I miss her very much.

Your loving cousin,

Emily

My Darling Goddaughter-



Neither my philosophical or spiritual senses have afforded me the ability to lay to rest the death of your mother -- my dearest cousin. In fact, I can only anticipate that this loss will never appear rational. Please understand this Nicole: there isn't a day that goes by without Carol bursting into my reality. I can't lose this tragedy -- nor do I want to; she is frozen in my thoughts and actions forever. It saddens me that your mom, your father, and I now share the same October day: in birth and in death. But in light of keeping the essence of your mother alive, how do we proceed? We must breathe, eat, educate, work, and love.



You were born into a very close and loving family Nicole. God, I remember the day your mother brought you home; I'm crying now as I did on the first day I met you. Your mother knew that becoming a Godfather was the happiest day of my life; and after 36 years on this earth -- your Baptism remains most cherished. But to Carol's credit, we move forward -- not on -- because she would be so upset if the fabric of our family unraveled. She would expect us to become stronger, heal, and love each other just a little bit more. You are wise beyond your age sweetheart and I admire your youthful strength. Please remember that it isn't you against any one thing. In fact, it is you and us, your family, against the unexplainable forces in this world. A wise woman once gave me similar advice...I think I'll marry her.



Jennifer, my fiancée, has not met Carol. It is through her new family that Jennifer feels like she knows "our" Carol -- and is warmed and touched by our examples. Your mother will always live in our hearts; and yes, I agree that isn't our first choice in the matter. However, it is somewhat comforting to know that your mother's essence has unbelievable scope and range: she will always touch us. I love you Nicole...



Your Devoted Godfather,

Michael





P.S. I remember watching this speech on television and how moved I was by Noa's love and admiration for her grandfather. Not everyone can truly understand what Noa is feeling -- but I'm sure you will empathize.



Others greater than I have already eulogized you, but none of them ever had the pleasure I had to feel the caresses of your warm, soft hands, to merit your warm embrace that was reserved only for us, to see your half-smile that always told us so much, that same smile which is no longer, frozen in the grave with you.

Noa Ben-Artzi Philosof (b. 1978), Israeli student, granddaughter of Yitzak Rabin. Spoken at Rabin’s funeral, November 6, 1995, p. A11, (November 7, 1995), Rabin, Israel’s Prime Minister, had been assassinated two days earlier.

Nicole,



Your Mom was my best friend in high school. She was the best best friend anyone could ask for. She was always there for you and would listen or help anyway she could no matter what. Most of all, we had a riot. Just ask Erin. Those are the most vivid and treasured memories of my teen years. One thing that helped me when a friend of mine died was a book about angels. It's very comforting to know that angels are with us everyday. Anyone you ask that knew your Mom will tell you she is an angel helping someone right now. Remember to pray to her everyday. That will help your Mom know that you will never forget her and it will help you remember what an unbelievable special lady she is.

Nicole,

I know it has been a long time since I have made an entry on this web site. But I never have or never will forget your mom or anyone in our family. Kimberly tells me she keeps in touch with you. I'm so glad you stay close (I'm sure your mom is too) even though you live so far apart. Our beach condo week is still on for June...there's always room for one more!! We'll be in touch....we love y'all VERY much.

Bob, Nicole and Michaela,

I know today must be an impossible day! I am so glad that Eric came in to be with you. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers. Only now can I understand what you are feeling, Nicole. You have been so brave and strong; just like mom.

I can only believe that mom and grandpa and my dad are watching over all of us.

We love you, Debi

Dear Bob, Nicole & Michaela:

Just wishing you a Happy Mother's Day!! I hope you enjoyed your surprise! As you know I would do anything to ease your pain. I love you all very much. I miss my sister tons as you miss your mom and wife, but at least we have each other!! See you tomorrow!!

Love,

Auntie Erin

Nicole: A day doesn't go by that I

don't think about your mom. Whether

it's when I use a pampered chef item, see the pictures of her around my house or think of something funny she said or did - she is always on my mind. I feel so

bad that Jason will never know what an incredible Godmother he had! I keep a picture of her with Jason from his baptism on his bookshelf and show it to him all of the time! I know this Mother's Day will be hard for you, but just always remember how much your mom loved you, Michaela and your dad! We love you too and we'll see you at Grandma's this weekend! XOXOXO

Yeah so um... mother's day definately sucks without a mother. *sigh*....... thanks to all those who continue to take care of me though. Your support keeps me goin. I could never thank you enough.

Dear Nicole:

It's funny that you should wonder if anyone still checks this. I check it almost every day! I even have this site linked to my e-mail. Why don't you mention this on your web page?

I hope that's not too weird. I think about my sister and your mom everyday. I would trade so much to have her in my arms again. As you know we have a lot to look forward to, but it will be bittersweet. Thankfully I am comforted by the fact that she is watching over all of us. Love you so much,

Auntie Erin

To Nicole,

Your mom was the best, in every way possible. She was a friend, a cool person/mom, nice, caring, and loving. It has been quite a while since it happend but I still remember and think about her every day. I do this because of what a great person she was. I just wanted to let you know that me and im sure many others still think about her and you every day(your not alone :) well just thought i should write a little more. We love you and were all still here for you.

~Sam

Hello everyone. I dunno if anyone still check this or not, but I was thinking about my mom and I had to write something. It's been over 5 months now... can you believe it?!? I sure can't. It seems like we've all forgot, well not forgot, but put it in the back of our minds... even me. So I'm just realy writing this to remind myself and everyone else that we havent forgotten, we still miss her and always will. Love you all! ~Nicole:)

Hello to all readers,

What I am saying about Mrs. Monaco is not exactly a story but more of a feature/quality that was one of her best(one of many). It was trust. I always remembered trusting Mrs. M and I always remember how she trusted us. Back in the summer of 6th grade when me and nicole were.... "going out" I remeber always going over to nicoles and seeing Mrs.M She would always trust us no matter what. She could leave the room,house, etc... and she wouldnt have to say anything to us because she would always trust us. There are many moments like this but this would always stick out. Thats one more thing that made her a great person, her trust and I thought I should say that.

:) sam

Donnie, Sarah and all the gang back home:
I knew I could depend on all of you to keep my sister's and Nicole's mother's memory alive! I love each and every one of you more and more each day. I look at the great pictures we took last time I saw all of you. You are the greatest dancers and pyramid makers ever! E-mail me anytime.
Love,
Aunt Erin

Dear Nicole,

I am so sorry that it has taken me so long to write this. It's just every time I sit down to write this I don't know where to start.First off Let me say that I love you so much. You are so much like your mom.That is how I felt a little comfort with this whole situation, because you are so much like her that her memory and life will keep going through you.Also your dad he is such a great guy you already know that. I have loved having him as a basketball coach since fifth grade and he is always fun to talk to. Michaela is the cutest and i knowyou are the bestbig sister to her. Simply put I love your aunt Erin, she is so cool and so full of energy and just like your mom. My first memory of your mom was from third grade when you first came to Ascension. You and I weren't really close friends but when I saw your mom pick you up from school, everyday she would tell me how beautiful my hair was and it made me feel so good. There are somanymemories of your mom that would takeup the page, but my all time favorite was when she came on our girl scout campout and she lost her voice.We were all so upset and even though she was sick she sang funny songs to us. She always worried about us and always made sure we were having fun and that we had enough to eat. When Laura and I would come to pick you up to go to 7-11 your mom would ask if we wanted a sandwhich for on the way. She could always make us laugh and always kept us happy. Your mom was truly one of the worlds "ideal" moms. You are so much like her and I'm glad that you always be like her.I love you and I love her. Ilove all of you and thank you for all you've given me. Love always and forever,

SARA

dear nicole,

i am sorry that this so late to write about your mom, i just havent built myself up to do it until now. your mom was the best. i have many memories of her but too many to name. my favorite one which you might already know was in the summer of going into 8th grade. Your mom had come home after a night out with her friends and we(you, steve, carla, and i) were watching a movie and your mom came into the living room, hoping to embariss you in some way, which she always managed to do. and i think she started to say how cute me and steve were and chased us around and kissed us. This was my fondest memory of mrs. monaco becuase it showed how she was always so close to me and all of nicoles friends and how she managed to always put smiles on our faces when we were down. Nicole i LOVE YOU SO MUCH and bob and michaela to. sorry again for being so late. LOVE YA

Bob, Nicole, Michaela, Aunt Barb
and cousins,


We just want to let you know
that a day doesn't go by that we
don't think of you and wish we were
all together again. Carol
surely "posed" us for some of the
pictures from grandma's birthday
and is laughing up a storm because
some of us look "just so
ridiculous". You wouldn't believe
how Carol's spirit has touched so
many lives- even down here. Nicole-
we've been sharing your poem with
some of our friends and you truely
have a wonderful gift. Use the
journal we gave you to keep some of
your thoughts and poems. We love
you tons and wish "y'all'd" come
visit soon. We have a lot to be
thankful for, especially our
family...I don't know another one
like us!!!

Dear Colleen:


Once again you (and all Nicole's
friends) have made me so happy.
You guys are so lucky to be
developing friendships that will
last a lifetime! Carol and I had
that type of friendship (and we
were sisters) and I will cherish it
forever. For some reason as you
get older your friends seem to come
and go much easier. I am lucky to
have a few friends from when I was
your age, but not as many as you
kids have. I am also so lucky to
have Jane, Bob's only sister. We
are developing a friendship that
only comes along once in a
lifetime. I am so happy Carol is
bringing us all together. I love
all of you truly. Aunt Erin

Nicole is my best friend and
because of that i was pretty close
to Mrs. Monaco, well closer than i
was to anybody else's parents. I
have so many memories of Mrs.
Monaco, i don't even know where to
start. I always had so much fun
when i was with nicole and her mom.
one of the best times is when we i
was sleeping over and we found out
that one of mrs. monacos friends
was one of my aunts cloe friends so
Mrs. Monaco said," girls i can't
believe it can you believe i cant
believe it! I need to call Tracy
(my mom)" Another time we were
shopping for Nicole's graduation
dress and Mrs. Monaco got on the
escalator and these two girls got
on in front of nicole and I and Mrs.
monaco turned around and said,"
girls you've changed!" it was one
of the funniest things that has
ever happened. This summer Nicole,
Mrs. Monaco, my Mom, and I were in
Wisconsin for Nicoles birthday and
we went to Noah's Ark. We had the
worst possible weather, it was cold
and raining. It was terrible, but
still managed to have so much fun.
We were waiting in line for one of
the rides and Mrs. Monaco turned on
the water fountain and the water
sprayed about 5 feet in front of us
and hit these 2 guys and we thought
it was the funniest thing. Mrs.
Monaco did some pretty crazy things
just to get Nicole and I to laugh,
it always worked. Later in the day
Mrs. Monaco and my mom tried to sun
bathe even though there was no sun
at all. Just one more memory and
I'm done...the first time i met
Mrs. Monaco i knew i would love
her. She was probably one of the
nicest, most welcoming people I
have ever met in my life. She was
so funny and i had so much fun the
first time i went to Nicoles. I
always considered Mrs. Monaco a
second mom and i loved her so much
and I miss her.

Sam:

What you wrote was perfect! It
made me laugh and that's just what
I was looking for!! Can't wait to
see all of you at Christmas (Dec.
21 to be exact)!!

Love,

Aunt Erin

As a friend of Nicoles over the
years I remember 1 specific phone
call to Nicole. When Mrs. Monaco
answered we started talking and
after about 15 minutes I'd thought
to my self what did I call for, I'd
forgot that I when I originally
called for Nicole but ended up
talking to Mrs. Monaco. After
talking I had asked if I could talk
to Nicole and Mrs. Monaco said "o,
um..... shes not home, she went
over to her friends." I know this
happend to several other friends
and I had just thought that it was
funny, I think this is why we liked
her so much. Not just because you
could talk to her as an adult or a
parent but as a friend. This is
one story that came to mind because
of the way i think of Mrs. Monaco,
as a friend. I think this is
kinda "silly" but this is just some
thing I remember about Mrs. Monaco

I know it has not been long since
my sister has moved on to
everlasting life, but I would love
it and she would too if anyone who
reads this could share some stories
or memories of Carol (ie proms,
Trinity, St. Giles, Clearwater). I
live in New Jersey and I can not be
near all of you. Since we are a
positive family (as those who know
us will affirm)a good story would
be great and helpful to all who
read them!


I am not a great story teller, but
the first thing that comes to mind
is Clearwater. I remember Carol
and I getting into trouble more
than once for our little evening
escapades (we lowered the drinking
age on our own)! I remember Barb
(our mom) yelling from the shore
that we were to come in
immediately. We thought we were so
smart making comments and saying
how she could never get to us out
here, only to realize Jordan Lake
isn't that big and our voices
carried. She could hear every word
we said!! Somehow we managed to
get out of trouble and to this day
our lake friends (all grown up) are
still the same.

Your family is in our thoughts and
prayers.



Sincerely,

Jim and Karin Farrell

Dear Bob Nicole and Michela



we will be there for you always


Our for you all including Carol is

in our heart as Carol touched us

and will continue to touch us

forever.

Dear Nicole:

I agree 100% with Aunt Jane!! You
have a gift that will only grow. I
have told you that before. Now I
know only great things will come to
you because I know your mom will
always watch over you and guide
you. We can see she is already
hard at work. I love you.

Auntie Erin

Dear Nicole,



That is the most beautiful poem I
have ever read. Your mom, and my
dear friend and sister-in-law, is
missed beyond belief. To be able to
express your grief in such a
creative way is a wonderful gift.
Thank you for sharing it with those
of us who love her.



Love, Aunt Jane

A poem in memory of my mom.....

My mom died, is what they said.

My heart cried, I can't believe
she's dead.

"She dies instantly there's nothing
we can do."

"I'm sorry, and we'll pray for you"

That was the night my world came to
an end.

I lost my mother, my provider, my
maker, my friend.

"She's in a better place" is what
they say,

but it brings no comfort, I'm here
on earth to stay.

No happiness can anyone bring.

I loved her more than anything.

I wake up each morning at the crack
of dawn.

Thinking about her, knowing she's
gone.

I no longer have the tears to cry,

I no longer have the breath to sigh,

I do not have the will to try,

so on my bed I lie, wondering why,

my mommy had to die.

Terriby sorry for the tragic sudden
loss. My prayers are with Carol's
family. Sincerely, Dave Garvey

I'm terribly sorry for your loss. I
know what sorrow you must feel but
we all must face these difficulties
and carry on. Just remember the
good times that you shared and what
happiness you had with Carol. Good
luck in the future and may God
bless you. Connie

Our thoughts and prayers are with
you at this difficult time. I know
you will find comfort in all the
wonderful memories you have of
Carol.

May your treasured thoughts and
precious memories help to comfort
your family in this time of
grief.

The Benedetto Family

To the Kenny Family. Even though
it has been a long time, you and
Carol have always been in my
heart. I was accepted by you and
felt as if I was a family member.
I was deeply saddened by the news
but I'm grateful to have had the
experience of knowing her. My
thoughts and prayers are with you
Bob, and the kids.

to the kenney and monaco families my
deepest sympathy for your terrible
loss. hopefully, your wonderful
memories of carol as a most warm,and
gracious person a most caring and
thoughtful mother,wife,sister and
daughter will ease your grief.

Dear Kenny and Monaco Families,

Thanks to all our friends and
family for your thoughts and
prayers and gifts. It has been
overwhelming, but a tremendous
tribute to my only sister.
Many times as we grew up Carol
would get mad at me because she
said I always got all the
attention! It was my pleasure to
put the spotlight on her this time.
Carol has that special way about
her, that even with the tragic way
in which she has left us, whe has
managed to send the spirit of peace
and happiness to me. I feel
honored and blessed to have
recieved this gift from her so soon
after her death. I know that in
time it will reach each of you (but
as you can see from the turn out of
the wake and funeral, there were a
lot of you!!).


Please be happy for Carol. Be
happy for Bob, Nicole, Michaela and
my mom, Barbara. Most importantly
be happy for yourselves. After all
you had the pleasure of knowing my
sister. God gave us the gift of
Carol for a reason. Each of you
will have to figure that reason out
for yourselves. For me though, I
will take with me and share with
others, her spontonaety, her zest
for life, her laugh and that
incredible smile. She lived each
day fully and for the moment. Not
in a careless or reckless way, but
in the way Jesus taught us to live.
She trated people the way she
wanted to be treated. As I spend
the rest of my days here on earth,
waiting for my chance to spend
eternal life with her, I will laugh
a lot, I will smile more and I will
love my children and my family
unconditionally and with all my
heart just as Carol did. I will
treat others the way that I would
want to be treated. That's what
Carol would do, that's what Jesus
would do and that is how the gates
of heaven will be opened for all of
us. I love each and every one of
you and will pray for each of you
always. Erin

Dear Monacos & Kennys,

Wanted to let you know that you are
in our prayers. We love all of you
very much and wish we could be with
you at this time.

Dear Nicole,

I dont no if u remember me but
your mom introduced us! I am
Cousins with Danielle, Luke, and
Jake! well i just wanted to tell
you that i am truely sorry about
your mom, she was very nice and
cool! Well I just wanted to tell
you that if you ever want to hang
out or just want to talk call me my
phone # is 430-1354! Sorry again

Katie Williams

Monaco and Kenny Families



You are in our hearts and prayers.



Love,



The Murphy's

Dear Bob and family,



Our hearts and prayers go out to
you during this difficult time. It
was always such a pleasure to see
Carol in the Securus Group office
when I worked with her years ago,
and I will miss talking with her
and hearing all about her family.
Our deepest sympathy to you all.

We would like to extend our deepest
sympathies to both families. Please
know that our thoughts and prayers
are with you.

To the Monaco and Kenny Families-

Please accept my heartfelt
condolences on your loss. I will
keep all of you in my thoughts and
prayers. God Bless.

Bob, Nicole, Miceala and the rest
of the family:

You are in our thoughts and prayers
in your time of need. Carol was a
very special woman to all who met
her. We are here for all of you in
your time of need.



Rick, Mary, Rich, Kelly and Scott

Our Thoughts and Prayers are with
you.

Dear Monaco and kenny Family



Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Our regrets that we couldn't be there for you in your time of need. We will be praying for all of you. God bless and Love always Tony Lisa Vincent Giovanni and Dominic.

Dear Bob, Nicole, and Michaela,

Our thoughts and prayers are
with you. We consider you and Carol
and the kids friends of ours and
are deeply sorry for your
loss.Carol was a great person and
she will be truely missed.



Rick, Marge, Katie, & Tim Williams

To the Monaco's,


I'm real sorry about your recent loss of a dear family member. Even though I have never knew her I still feel your pain. May God Bless your family during these hard times.


Phyllis Ferrera

To the Monaco Family,
our hearts go
out to you during this devastating
time. Carol was a good friend and
we feel honored to have known her.
Your family will remain in our
thoughts and prayers.

Bill & shelly Lucio

To the Kenny family....Know that
Sheila and I carry you in our
thoughts and prayers. Carol will be
greatly missed by those who loved
her because she herself was such a
loving person.

For the longest time I knew nicole
and for all that time I had known
Mrs. monaco and she was one of the
nicest, coolest, most giving moms
that i have met and i am very
thankful to know her now. She was
very close to nicole and michaela
and im very sorry.

To the Monacos and Kennys:
My thoughts and prayers are with
you. I know how much she touched
all of your lives. I hope that is
a source of comfort during this
difficult time.

Mrs. Kenny & Family
Terribly sorry to hear of your devestating loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow.To Bob and children our hearts go out to you.

We are very sorry about your loss.
She will be missed by all of us at
the Strack family.She was always
fun at everybody's wedding's.Zack
hopes to see Nicole at the lake so
they can hang out.Our prayer's are
with you.

Bob, Barb, Nicole and Michaela -
and all of the extended family.
Words can not say how sorry I am
for all of you. Please know that
we are all here praying for you.
She will be deeply missed by many -
myself included. Loving thoughts,

Maureen, Scott, Ashley and Eric

Our thoughts and prayers are with
you and your family. Be sure to
use each other's strength to help
you in times of need. Know that
Carol will be remembered and missed
by our family.

Our thoughts are with the family and
friends of the Monaco's and Kenny's.
We are so very sorry for your loss.

Stacey, Phil and Campbell Dalen

Our prayers for strength and
comfort are with all of you
forever. If we can do anything to
help with Nicole or Micheala please
don't hesitate to ask. Love and
prayers,
Rocky,Sherry,Casey Doman

The Monaco and Kenny families are
in my prayers.

Although I did not know her as long
as most she was the kindest most
giving lady I have ever met and it
was an honor to know. I am sorry
Nicole and Mr. Monaco.

Dear Monaco Family,
Please know that our thoughts and
prayers are with you. I will
remember Carol having a great time
on the dance floor at Nancy & Mike's
wedding last summer. She was my
kind of girl.
Sincerely,

Marian Garrigan

Our love for you and your family
will never be measured. Our lives
will never be the same.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to
the Monaco and Kenny families
during this trying time. Our
hearts ache from this tremendous
loss but our minds will never
forget the special person we came
to know and love during her short
but fulfilling life. God bless
Carol with life everlasting. She
will be missed by all who knew her.

Our prayers are with you. God Bless

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.