"To my dear Monahan Girls, Just wanted you to know I am thinking of you! Hugs to you all! Love, Deb Manske"
In loving memory of
Dennis J. Monahan
February 28, 1953 - September 26, 2011
Dennis James Monahan was born February 28, 1953 in Mason City, son of Martin and Evelyn (Torkelson) Monahan. He grew up in Mason City graduating from Mason City High School in 1972.
Denny worked for the Chevrolet Dealer in Mason City for a few years following high school. He was married to Carol Muller on June 21, 1975 at St. Cecelia Catholic Church in Algona. He then worked at Universal Manufacturing until 2008 when he retired due to health reasons.
Denny had a "heart of gold" and he would help anyone in need. He loved his family especially his grandchildren. He was an avid fan of the Saturday night races at the fairgrounds. He also enjoyed fishing, walking, going to the casino, tinkering, and playing cards with his family.
Dennis J. Monahan lost his courageous battle on Monday, September 26, 2011 at the age of 58.
He is survived by four daughters, Lisa Monahan-Lestrud and her husband Troy of Algona, Angela Kaltschnee of Algona, Michele Thyne and her husband Leo of Hudson, NH, and Katie Heinen and her husband Kevin of Algona; and 10 grandchildren, Taylor, Matthew, Shaye, Cameron, Joshua, Brooklyn, Andrew, Jenna, Caleb, and Caden. He is also survived by 8 brothers and sisters, Kathy (Denny) Birke of Jeffersonville, IN, Annie Billings of Clear Lake, Tommy Monahan of Clear Lake, Johnny (Janice) Monahan of Montrose, MN, Ellen (Rick) Alexander of Perkins, OK, Ronald Monahan of Clear Lake, Brian Monahan of Louisville, KY, and Kevin (Tammy) Monahan of Ligonier, IN; a special mother-in-law, Eileen Muller of Algona; and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; a grandson, Tanner Monahan-Bode; and his father-in-law, Eugene Muller.
Tributes
"As the obituary stated, Denny did have a heart of gold. I had the pleasure of working with him at Universal from 2005 until his retirement. He was an outstanding and hard working employee. Our sympathies and prayers go out to his family. Denny will be missed."
"Lisa, Angie, Shelly and Katie and families, I'm so sorry to hear about your Dad. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time."
" we were so sorry to hear of your loss . It is so sad to lose a parent but your memories of the fun times you had with him playing cards, going to the races etc. will keep him in your hearts forever.Our thoughts and prayers go with you. "
"My sympathy to all of the family at this time of loss. My thoughts are with you. "
"Lisa, Angie, Michelle and Katie, we are so sorry to hear about your dad. May your memories help you though the coming days ahead."