Edward "Eddie" Joseph Monks
August 22, 1940 — May 5, 2024
Edward “Eddie” Joseph Monks, 83, of Blauvelt, NY, passed away on May 5, 2024, in Boynton Beach, Florida. Eddie was born in the Bronx to Mary and Frank Monks. He was the beloved husband of Joan Patricia (Flynn) Monks, for 57 years, and the devoted father of Joanne Monks Morris (Wayne Morris) of San Jose, CA, and Edward Phillip Monks (Jose Luis Morales) of Westchester, NY. He was the proud grandfather of Kyra Joan Morris and Tatum Patricia Morris, brother-in-law to Geraldine Cook (preceded in death by her husband Edward Cook) and Ann Kern (Richard Kern), uncle to many nieces and nephews, and a dear friend to many more. Ed was predeceased by his sisters, Patricia Ann Mazzolla, and Mary Jane McGowan.
Proud of his service in the U.S. Marine Corps, he became a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW). A true New Yorker, Eddie spent most of his 36-year career on the New York City Police Department, as a Sergeant Detective, Organized Crime Control Bureau - Manhattan North Narcotics. He was also affiliated with the Sergeants Benevolent Association and was a member of the Holy Family (Castle Hill) and St. Catherine (Blauvelt) Parishes.
Eddie loved to travel, visiting over 70 countries. He mostly enjoyed visiting family in Ireland and Scotland. He was a passionate skier, diver and fisherman, who enjoyed old movies. Family and friends were of paramount importance to him, and he always welcomed visitors with open arms, living by the motto "mi casa es su casa."
A man of few words, he was a generous soul, possessing a quiet strength. He was humble and unassuming, never seeking recognition or praise. His love for his country was evident in his words and deeds, reflecting his deep-seated commitment to serving others. Beneath his quiet exterior was a heart of kindness and compassion, leaving an indelible mark on all who knew him.
A Memorial Mass will be held at St. Catharine’s Church in Blauvelt, New York in the Summer of 2024. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The Veterans of Foreign Wars (vfw.org) or Hospice of Palm Beach County Trustbridge (trusbridge.com). Eddie will be dearly missed by his family and friends.
Proud of his service in the U.S. Marine Corps, he became a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW). A true New Yorker, Eddie spent most of his 36-year career on the New York City Police Department, as a Sergeant Detective, Organized Crime Control Bureau - Manhattan North Narcotics. He was also affiliated with the Sergeants Benevolent Association and was a member of the Holy Family (Castle Hill) and St. Catherine (Blauvelt) Parishes.
Eddie loved to travel, visiting over 70 countries. He mostly enjoyed visiting family in Ireland and Scotland. He was a passionate skier, diver and fisherman, who enjoyed old movies. Family and friends were of paramount importance to him, and he always welcomed visitors with open arms, living by the motto "mi casa es su casa."
A man of few words, he was a generous soul, possessing a quiet strength. He was humble and unassuming, never seeking recognition or praise. His love for his country was evident in his words and deeds, reflecting his deep-seated commitment to serving others. Beneath his quiet exterior was a heart of kindness and compassion, leaving an indelible mark on all who knew him.
A Memorial Mass will be held at St. Catharine’s Church in Blauvelt, New York in the Summer of 2024. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The Veterans of Foreign Wars (vfw.org) or Hospice of Palm Beach County Trustbridge (trusbridge.com). Eddie will be dearly missed by his family and friends.
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