Kenneth J. Monica, 67, of Baldwinsville, NY, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, with his wife at his side. Born in Syracuse, NY, Ken was raised in Baldwinsville and attended Charles W. Baker High School. He enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps as a Mortarman, proudly serving his country. On February 12, 1977, he was united in marriage to the former Patricia A. Donahue, a blessed union of 46 years. Ken enjoyed a 30-year career as a Journeyman Painter with the Painters Union Local #31, retiring in 2006. Concurrently, he had re-enlisted in the U.S. Army Reserve from 1976 to 1995. A true outdoorsman, Ken loved to fish, hunt and spend time in the garden. He competed in many local area fishing tournaments and was a member of the Bucket Mouth Bass Club. Ken and Pat also spent many vacations taking numerous cruises together. He loved classic cars, going to many shows and was proud of his "Mancave" garage at home. Ken loved hosting many pool parties, bonfires, but most of all their famous Halloween parties where he was happy to see all the children enjoying the displays he created.  Under his tough exterior was a man with a huge heart. If you needed anything fixed, he could do it and was happy to help. Ken is predeceased by his parents, Richard and Evelyn (Cowburn) Monica, three sisters; Donna Applebee, Patricia and Becky Monica and his brother-in-law, Mark Dudwick.

Surviving to cherish his memory is his wife, Patricia A. Monica, his son, Jason (Kara) Monica both of Baldwinsville, NY, two daughters, Carrie (Steve) Bolster of Clay, NY, Angela Hanks (Steve Barber) of Liverpool, nine beloved grandchildren; Lesslie, Alexis, Gabrielle, Nathan, Abrianna, Justin, Ethan, Lucas and Jacob, three brothers; Richard Monica of Kent, NY, Tom Monica of Florida and Scott Monica of Baldwinsville, his sister, Gloria Potempa of Baldwinsville, many nieces, nephews, cousins. The family would also like to thank Ken's life-long and close friends who have been there through his illness.

Calling hours will be held on Wednesday, February 1, 2023 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the Maurer Funeral Home Moyers Corners, 3541 State Rt 31 Baldwinsville, NY, 13027. Funeral services will follow at 7:00 pm with Military honors. Burial will take place in Onondaga County Veterans Memorial Cemetery at a future date.

Please sign the funeral home on-line guest book for Ken to express your condolences to his family.