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William Monson Obituary

William "Bill" Monson, 66, passed away July 12, 2012. Bill was born in Pitkin, Colorado. He served in the US Navy and was honorably discharged. Bill has lived in Colorado Springs since 1974. In the late 80's he coached basketball at St. Mary's High School. He recently retired from over 30 years with King Soopers. He is preceded in death by his parents, William and Ida Monson, and sister, Toddy Means. Bill is survived by his children Tanya (Tony) Matarazzo, Brandon (Dana) Monson, Todd (Kristen) Holm; grandchildren Kobey and Kenadee, Taylin and Caden, Darrin and Morgan; sisters Alice Jay, Wilma Price and Evadna Criswell and many nieces and nephews. A private service will be held in Salida, Colorado. Cards can be sent to Angelus Chapel, 1104 S. Circle, Colorado Springs, CO 80910.

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Published by The Gazette on Jul. 22, 2012.

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Gene and Julie Ramirez

July 29, 2012

Tanya, may you and your family feel the love and peace of God during this difficult time. You are in our prayers.

Kimberly Eyl

July 26, 2012

Rest in Peace Bill....you will be missed!!!

Mick Pepper

July 26, 2012

Goodbye Coach - Rest in Peace.

Colin Jackson

July 26, 2012

My condolences to the whole Monson family, Coach will be missed. All of you are in our thoughts.

Jim Hamel

July 26, 2012

"Awesome Bill" I can still see him on the sidelines so animated and encouraging. Pulling you aside and putting his arm around you like he always did and explaining as nice as he could that we have lost 54 straight games and playing defense might help a bit. The world has lost a good one. I know his kids will continue his good ways. God Bless the Monson Family.

Mark Bonaventura

July 24, 2012

Monson Family,
I have fond memories of Mr. Monson through out my life. I first met him when I was a child. He was the "fun, nice guy" at King Soopers! My Grandmother Julia would wait many minutes just to go through his check out line and visit! Then in my teenage years he was a fixture at SMHS athletic events. As an adult I would always enjoy our conversations. My folks were very fond of Mr. Monson. I wish you peace at this most difficult time.
Kind Regards,
Mark Bonaventura

Starla & Evadna Nicholls, Criswell

July 24, 2012

Rest in Peace uncle Bill. Love and Prayers to all the family.

July 24, 2012

Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Bill was a great example to all the young men and women he coached.

God Bless.

Andy Middlemist & Family

Sandy Wilson(Guillaume)

July 24, 2012

Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. Many years ago, Bill was my son's Little League coach and he was a wonderful influence on the boys. I remember talking to him at Kings..his friendliness and smile lit up the room.

Julie Vandergrift

July 23, 2012

God Bless your precious family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you always.

July 23, 2012

Charlene, Brandon and Tanya,
It's hard to find words to express our sorrow for all of you. We go way back with you guys with lots of fond and good memories. May the good times and good memories carry you all through this tough time. Although we are 60 miles away, know that we are only a thought or phone call away. Keep in touch--we are here for you always, but espeically now.

Love and prayers
Larry and Judy Blackford

Jon and Cherie Kelly

July 23, 2012

May God bless you and your family in this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

zeff kendall

July 22, 2012

May the lord bless and keep your family in this time of sorrow. Bill is now walking the streets of gold

Paula and Matt Walter

July 22, 2012

Our deepest condolences to the Monson family. We are so grateful to have known Bill and trust that he is in God's eternal, loving care. May God rest his soul.

trebor alvord

July 22, 2012

Bill. I'm sure i speak for all of us who have ever had the blessing of having your Coaching influence in our lives. You were a great coach, and we are all better off for having known you. May God rest your soul and strengthen your family.

July 22, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers to Bill's family and friends.
Ken and Janet Epler, Colorado Springs

Barry and Susan Cunningham

July 22, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May God bring you His comfort and peace that surpasses all understanding..

Nova Sjoken

July 22, 2012

Heavenly Father has taken Bill in his arms. I pray you find comfort during this trying time knowing that he is loved. I am happy knowing Bill was part of my King Soopers family.

Nora Graybill

July 22, 2012

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

July 22, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Mitch Wicklund

July 22, 2012

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

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