Benny Monico

May 05, 1936 – June 02, 2025

Owner/Operator Centennial Plumbing & Heating and Gas Work

Proprietor – Centennial Apartments

110 Guelph St. and 148 Willow Rd.

Benny peacefully passed in the early morning of June 2nd in Egerton Village at Riverside Retirement and Long Term Care Home. Predeceased by newborn Stefany Lynn (April 1, 1967). Survived by his wife Paula, Jennie and Mario Maggiolo, and Kevin and Jessica Monico. His three greatest treasures, grandsons Logan, Lucas and Mason Maggiolo will miss all the times that Nonno Benny tried to impart life lessons to them.

Predeceased by brothers Giuseppe and wife Luigina in Argentina, Guglielmo (late Rita), Gino (late Terezina), Maria and Francesco Simeoni, Tranquillo and Aurora Monico, Liberale Monico, and John Monico. Survived by sisters Gina (late Giulio Stocco) and Luciana (late Riccardo Turcato). Survived by sisters-in-law Gina and Maria Monico. Benny will also be missed by many nieces and nephews.

His fervid faith shone the path forward for him, informing all the decisions he made in life, and sustaining him during the challenging times. He was also a long-time member (60+ years) of St. Joseph’s Church and Knights of Columbus, and a 60+ year usher at 10:15 mass. He so very proudly wore the Knights’ attire at all the religious services. When he was not able to be present, he always made certain that a replacement was available.

The first encounter of Riesini occurred in 1972, with a visit by Mons. Giuseppe Liesse, who celebrated Mass at St. Joseph Church, followed by a time of fellowship in the Church Hall.

A wonderful time of re-connecting, of joy, of surprise at finding one another. That was the beginning!; and every year thereafter new planning for a new Festa. With the passage of time strength and memory diminish but the “grinta” will live on. Thank you! VIVA RIESE.

Benny was the President of the “Comitato S. Pio X” (the Pope Pius 10th Committee) for over 50 years. Sharing the birthplace of Riese Pio X with Pope Pius X inspired Benny to help foster devotion to this humble saint, in many parts of the world. The Comitato S. Pio X was formed with citizens from Riese, Italy.

The late Mons. Canuto Toso presided over the publication “Trevisani nel Mondo”, a newspaper dedicated to Italian culture and business. Benny was encouraged to run as president and became its first president in Guelph.

First and foremost, Benny was a dedicated family man whose love for us was all encompassing. His love from above will be our guiding light!

Resting at the Gilbert MacIntyre & Son Funeral Home, Dublin Chapel, 252 Dublin St. N., Guelph where the family will receive their friends on Friday, June 6, 2025 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A Vigil for Benny will be held at the Funeral Home at 3:45 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be held at St. Joseph’s Church 409 Paisley Rd. Guelph on Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 10 a.m. The Funeral Mass will be livestreamed and will be available on Benny’s memorial page on the funeral home website (https://funeraweb.tv/en/diffusions/111321). Entombment at Our Lady Immaculate Mausoleum, Marymount Cemetery, Guelph. A reception will follow at the Italian Canadian Club 135 Ferguson St. Guelph.

As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Foundation of Guelph General Hospital or to the Alzheimer Society would be appreciated by the family. Donation cards are available at the funeral home or online at www.gilbertmacintyreandson.com