"Danny, You will be missed from this world. You were someone who touched someone in so many ways and we loved being with you and Rachel. You could make someone smile and laugh with that larger than life personality."
In loving memory of
Danny Monarrez
Danny Monarrez was taken from this world at the young age of 46. He was an amazing man, father, husband, son, brother and friend. He is survived by his 3 sons: Daniel Jr., Benjamin and Matthew, his wife of 27 years, Rachel, his mother Alejandrina, 1 sister and 2 brothers. Danny had the ability to light up a room when he walked into it. He was quick witted and loved to make people laugh. But, more than that, he was an amazing devoted father and husband. There was nothing that he wouldn't do for his family and friends. He had a heart of gold. He loved to have fun and he loved to help those in need. He was an extremely hard worker whose work ethic was 2nd to none! He will be deeply missed. Danny, my love, my best friend, my heart, I thank God for our 27 years. I will miss you holding me in your arms, your beautiful eyes, your smart ass and I will miss all of our precious moments that should have been. I love you, we love you and we miss you. Danny's visitation will be held from 5:00-7:00 p.m. on Friday, March 28, 2014 at Hansen Chapel, 8314 N. 7th St., Phoenix, AZ 85020. Funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 29, 2014 with a visitation 1 hour prior at Hansen.
Tributes
"Danny, we will miss your big smile, your larger than life laugh most of all we will miss you. You are truly a friend, you always greeted us with open arms. Rest in peace my friend. James and Joann"
"Rachel, our thoughts and prays are with you and your family. Danny was so welcoming when we saw him, he made us feel special. He treated us as extended family. I\'m sure you will here that a lot from his friends, as he made us all feel like brothers and sisters."
"My heart was broken for you and the boys last week when I heard Danny had passed away. Words can not express the way so many felt about him. I have so many great memories of him. A friend, a man that made me laugh and a man who would do anything for anyone. His hugs and attitude that made your heart melt. A gentle giant. In all the years we worked together he never once let me down. He always gave his work his all. You and the boys were everything to him. I am so glad I ran in to you both that one night. My one last hug from a wonderful man. If you ever need a Danny hug or a friend to talk to please call me. I am out of town this weekend, but will keep you and your family in my prayers. Love, Margie"
"Danny was always my \"Chicanos Por La Causa\" connection. It was a joke we always shared when I talked to him. What a great guy. He never said a cross word about anyone. Of the people you know, who can say that? No matter what was going on, he would joke around and let you feel that life was not to be taken as serious as everyone else took it. He liked talking about his family, and I sometimes thought I knew them better than my own. We will greatly miss him in this life. Our hearts are heavy with the grief that comes with such a loss. We hope that the family carries on the caring, light-hearted attitude he had that helps make life worth living! Hasta la vista, Danielson."
"Danny, I\'ve tried writing this for a few days now but I keep getting stuck. If you were still here I know you would say that it doesn\'t matter what I write...it only matters what I feel in my heart. So, my amazing friend, from my heart, know how much I love you and how much of a void I already feel from your passing. Know how much we all smiled at the love you have for Rachel and your boys and were inspired by that love. And know that Paul and I will hold Rachel and the boys close in whatever way they need. And finally, know that no one can take your place in lighting up a room, making someone feel so special then teasing the hell out of them. :)) Our get-togethers just won\'t be the same without you. I\'ve shed many tears since last Friday but it\'s ok. I feel blessed to have had a friend and a friendship that saying goodbye to was so damned hard. Rest in Peace my Friend and know that you were loved by so many."
"Nuestro mas sentido pesame para la familia. Danny nuestro amigo alegre siempre lo recordaremos con esa gran karisma dios lo tenga en su gloria. We will miss him so much rachel que dios te bendiga. Martin y selena."
"Danny I still have not fully grasped that you are no longer with us. You could walk into a room full of strangers and within minutes have everyone know or want to know you. The good Lord has an amazing Angel next to him now. You may be gone physically but your soul and love for life will live on forever. I\'m going to miss you like crazy my dear friend. I know Rachel will never be alone because you will always and forever be in her heart. My life was blessed tthe day you and Rachel became mine n Jaimes friend n family. Love you Danny. ?. Now let\'s go dance"
"I just bought a shirt with you in mind. I thought you would bring on one of your clever comments. I will miss you and the little was you touched CECILIA and my lives. I will miss teasing you like a little brother. Be at peace."
"Danny,la proxima vez que cante con el Mariachi sera dedicada ati. My heart and my soul is filled with sorrow, we lost a great man...Our most sincere condolences to you and your family Rachel. We are so lucky to meet both of you."
"Danny, it\'s hard to imagine that you are gone from this fast paced world. That we won\'t be seeing your smiling face and hearing your wonderful laugh. You have alot of friends that will miss you forever. We will be there to support Rachel and help her. Rest in Peace, keep smiling down on us! Michelle & Pat"