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John Monaghan Obituary

Service for John (Sean) Monaghan, 77, Lawrence, will be 10:30 am Nov. 29 at Corpus Christi Catholic Church, Lawrence, KS. Reception to follow immediately. Online condolences at rumsey-yost.com.

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Published by Lawrence Journal-World on Nov. 23, 2025.

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Trudy Filkins

November 23, 2025

I had the pleasure of working with John for several years at Payless. I learned a lot from him and treasured our friendship through out the years at Payless. He was a wonderful person.

Alice Escalante

November 22, 2025

John was a wonderful man. He was always professional in his work and a great colleague. I always had great respect for him. So sorry for your loss.

Bill Branham

November 22, 2025

"I will never forget the time we shared working together. John was a wonderful person to collaborate with and created many great memories for those around them. My sincerest condolences go out to his entire family."

Tammy Fellows-Johns

November 22, 2025

I met John during my Payless years and when I think of my Payless times he is always a part of my Payless memories. John was a great role model and someone you could always talk to. Sending much Love and Prayers to family and friends during this sad and difficult time.

Dan Thimmesch

November 22, 2025

I first met John when he was cantor at our church in Lawrence. He had a wonderful voice. Then had the honor of working with him many years at Payless. Always enjoyed seeing him after his retirement and catching up. He was a very good man. Prayers for John and his family.

American Heart Association

November 21, 2025

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

Carmen Hocking

November 21, 2025

You are in our thoughts and prayers for peace during this difficult time. Your family bond will see you through this and you are all Blessed with the wonderful memories of John that you will always be able to cherish. Our condolences for your loss.

Carmen and Mike Hocking

Barbara Holter

November 21, 2025

Jim and I are so sad to learn of John´s passing and our hearts are with his wife and family. Jim and Barb Holter

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