Tribute to a good friend

Charles Edward Monahan

November 29, 1939 ‐ May 30, 2018 It is with great sadness that the family of Charles Edward Monahan announce his passing at the age of 78. Charley will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 41 years, Doreen and his children, Paul Monahan, Erin Caiazza, Kathryn McCormack and Gary Monahan. Charley will also be fondly remembered by his Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren, Nicholas Caiazza, Finnegan McCormack, Payton Monahan, Carrigan McCormack, Stephanie Caiazza, Joseph Caiazza and Aidan Caiazza, by his brother, James Dresch. Charley was predeceased by his mother, Anne Monahan. Funeral Mass Interment and Military Honors were held at Sarasota National Cemetery • 9810 State Road 72 • Sarasota, FL 34241.

Charles enlisted in the US Army in 1958 until 1961, continued to serve in the reserves until 1991. He was stationed at Ft. Dix, NJ, Ft. Benning, GA, Ft. Jackson, SC, Ft. Lewis then Korea, Ft. Totten, NY and Ft. Hamilton, NY. Awards and associations include: 1st Calvary Division DMZ Police Company ‐ 1960 USO Meritorious Service ‐ 1991 Combat Infantrymen’s Association ‐ 2012.

Charles had a remarkable life and distinguished career. He continued to serve his country in the NYPD for 25 years from March 1, 1967 ‐ February 29, 1992. Charley retired as a Detective Lieutenant Squad Commander. He started as a Patrolman in 1967 then Mounted Division in 1968. In 1973 he started the Original Anti Crime Unit on Staten Island, NY and became Detective. Promotions to Sergeant ‐ 1983, Lieutenant ‐ 1985 and Squad Commander of the 70 ‐ 1987 followed. Charley worked on High Profile cases within the NYPD from Serial Killers to Organized Crime. Awards, Certificates and Associations include: NYPD Emerald Society ‐1967 NYPD Mounted District Horsemanship Certificate ‐1968 NYPD Detective Endowment Association ‐ 1973 NYPD Detective Bureau Outstanding Investigator, Exemplify Skill, Perseverance and Dedication to Public Service ‐ 1978 NYPD Honor Legion award ‐ 1979 NYPD POLICE OFFICER OF THE MONTH ‐9/10/1981 NYPD Detective Bureau Homicide Seminar Certificate ‐ 1982 NYPD Detective Bureau Homicide Seminar Certificate ‐ 1982 NYPD Sergeant Psychological Profiling, Management and Orientation ‐ 1983 NYPD Sergeant Association ‐ 1983 to 1985 NYPD Intelligence Division Certificate ‐ 1985 NYPD Police Academy for Lieutenants Hostage Negotiation and Crime Scene Search ‐ 1985, NYPD Lieutenant Association ‐ 1985 to 1992 NYPD Detective Bureau Lt. Monahan for Dedication to Public Service ‐ 1987 NYPD Detective Bureau Lt. Monahan from the 70 Community Council Certificate of Appreciation for Outstanding Service to the Community ‐ 1990 NYPD Certificate of Merit for Outstanding Achievement 70 Precinct Detective Unit ‐ 1990 1013 Club from Brevard County, FL Received the New York Finest Award from the Brooklyn South Detectives on 10/29/1992 On June 12, 1981 Charley graduated from the FBI Academy in Quantico, VA @ the 125th Session. 10 years of service. Awards, Certificates and Associations include: FBI Sharpshooter Award ‐ 1981 South Hampton Police Dept. Certificate of Commendation ‐ 1981 Houston Fire Dept. Fire Chief for the Day. Recognition and Appreciation for Outstanding Contribution to the Fire Service ‐ 1981 FBI DNA Technology Certificate ‐ 1986 FBI Juvenile Offenders and Victims Certificate ‐ 1987 FBI Inter Personal Violence ‐ 1988 FBI Deadly Force and Liability Certificate ‐ 1989 FBI Gambling Technology Certificate ‐ 1990 FBI Serial Homicide Award.

1991 Charley was an original employee for the Boston Red Sox when they came into Ft. Myers Spring Training Area. He worked at the City of Palms Park for 20 years. The Red Sox built a new stadium called Jet Blue Park which Charley worked at for the next 5 years until he retired due to grave illness. He worked security for the scouts, ball players and their families. He also handled the tickets and seating. Awards, Certificates and Associations include: EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR ‐ 2011 and 2014. (An unheard of accomplishment) Monster Service Award from the Boston Red Sox ‐ 2016 Charley belonged to the Shriners from 2001 to 2018 Awards, Certificates and Associations include: 32nd Degree Master of the Royal Secret ‐ 2001 for Life Knight Templar 2001 ‐2018 He belonged to the York Rites 2001‐2018 Tropical Lodge ‐ 2001 ‐ 2018

Charley and Doreen renewed their wedding vows in Ireland on Jan 15, 1989 in a Cathedral in Dublin, Ireland. This past January 16, 2018 in Disney World, a perfect gathering of family and friends, witnessed Charley and Doreen renew their vows for a second time. “It matters not what someone is born, but what they grow up to be”, Charles “Charley” was a wonderful husband and man. He was loved and respected by all who knew him.