Dean Andrew Monkman
February 25th, 2015
MONKMAN, Dean
Dean Andrew Monkman, after a tenacious fight against cancer, ascended to his army of angels in heaven on the morning of February 25th, 2015. Dean was surrounded and held onto by loved ones at the time of his passing and has been made whole again by God. Dean was born on March 13th, 1964 in Oxbow to parents, Noble and Shirley Monkman. He pursued his dream of playing hockey at an advanced level at Camrose Lutheran College where had he opportunity to travel abroad to Germany and Switzerland to play. He married his best friend and soul mate, Brooke Perry, on February 1st, 1986. They lived together in Estevan, Saskatchewan for many years before relocating to Airdrie, Alberta in 2002, then making a move together internationally to Edmond, Oklahoma in 2006, and finally they settled back down in Airdrie, Alberta in 2010. Dean was a loving husband, and devoted father and generous friend to so many people. As a business development manager for Strad Energy, he was a mentor, colleague and friend to so many in the Oil and Gas Industry. He had a love for the Detroit Redwings, New England Patriots and Oklahoma Sooners that he shared with friends and family. His passion for sports was obvious to those around him and often he was found at the hockey rink or on the golf course. Dean is survived and honored by his cherished wife, Brooke Monkman and their two beautiful children along with their significant others: Ashley Monkman and Kevynn Hansen of Calgary, Alberta; and Taylor Monkman and Rebecca Salmon of Airdrie, Alberta. His two beloved dogs, Kodiak and Miracle; and his brother Brian and his wife Corrie Monkman of Airdrie, Alberta, also survive him. As a final testament of his generosity, Dean donated his corneas to the Lions Eye Bank in Calgary, Alberta, for the sole purpose of giving sight to someone else. Condolences and flowers are appreciated and may be sent to his family at 764 Coopers Square SW, Airdrie, Alberta, T4B-0G6. To honour Dean’s wishes, a Celebration of his Life will take place in the spring/summer of 2015.Messages:
Brook, Taylor and Ashley... We are so sorry for your loss, Dean will be deeply missed but in your hearts forever. Please accept our condolences on behalf of Mark, Myself and all the Mezzanine girls. We have thought of you often through this journey!
Our deepest sympathies Shirley, Noble, & family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
To the Monkman Families In Friendship And Caring You're a really special person... At a time like this,friends want to share the sorrow that you feel And let you know their caring is so very warm and real... And so,whatever help and comfort friendship now can be, It's yours today with warmest thoughts and deepest sympathy. There are times along life's journey that can test the spirit deeply.. Though this is certainly one of those times,may you never stop believing that your faith, Your inner strength and the power of God's love will carry you through.. In Deepest Sympathy From Leanne Madsen,Adele Beaulieu,Audrey Bod
Our sincere condolences to the family and Dean's loved ones. I had the privilege of working with Dean for three years in Calgary. I knew him to be an individual of unquestioned character and integrity. Dean was a great teammate and friend. His inherently positive nature was infectious. Thinking of Dean always brings a smile to my face.