| CONDOLENCES (GuestBook) |
1/27/2015 PAUL & ANN SCHEPIS
WILMINGTON, MASS, US
JOSIE--OUR HEARTFELT SYMPATHY TO YOU & FAMILY FOR THE LOSS OF MONBO--OUR THOUGHTS & PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU & YOUR FAMILY.
1/28/2015 Bernadette McCauley
Watertown, MA, USA
Dear Jo and family, my heart is broken for you! I always looked so forward to seeing you both at the office.What a treasure he was I loved talking to him about baseball and especially our Boston Red Sox. Love you Bernadette
1/28/2015 Julie Fusco
Zephyrhills, Florida,
My Sincere Sympathies to Josephine and the other members of Bill's family. I saw Bill on his last visit to the Ted Williams Museum and enjoyed talking not only baseball, but about he & my cousin Richard's days at Medford HS.The interview he did with Rich Herrera from the Tampa Bay Rays had us rolling when he talked about guys who can only go 6 innings these days-I finished what I started Bill said-no set up guy,no reliever,just me and the catcher.He captivated everyone that day.I am richer for having known him.May God heal your hearts.Sincerely,Julie
1/28/2015 Eileen Nadworny Clancy
saugus, MA, USA
I am sorry for your loss. Billy was a great athlete and a great guy. We always watched Billy when he pitched. I was proud to say he was my "cousin!" I learned to love baseball because of him. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family. Eileen xoxo123751
1/28/2015 David Moody
Harpswell, ME, USA
Dear Josephine, Merric and family. So sad to here of Bill's passing. I will cherish the memories of his many baseball stories he told while at hunting camp. He was one of those men that seemed bigger than life and I was richer from knowing him. My thoughts are with you all. Sincerely, Dave Moody
1/28/2015 Joe Vecchio
Naples, Florida, USA
Josephine,my heartfelt condolences to you and your family.I always had/have wonderful memories of Bill from the very first time I met him at MHS and throughout all these years.He was "down to earth" and very personal whenever we met.He was always "top shelf" and comfortable to converse with.He never let his life as a professional baseball player get in the way of dealing with people.I am sorry to be in Naples Fl and just unable to attend his service.Lot's of hugs,Joe Vecchio
1/29/2015 Dave Caiazzo
malden, malden, usa
To Josephine and the entire Monbouquette family. I was shocked to hear of Billy s passing. I know you were all so proud of his accomplishments but even more for being just a great person. When I was pitching at the college level, Billy took a liking to me and was working with me on my mechanics. Not too long ago I spent a couple of hours at their home in Medford. Just talking baseball. What stories. You and Billy welcomed me with open arms. All I can say is what wonderful people. So many people will miss him for sure including myself. RIP Dave Caiazzo
1/29/2015 AL & CAROL ROCCI
MEDFORD, MA, USA
WE ARE BOTH SO VERY VERY SORRY TO HEAR OF BILL'S PASSING. HE WAS A WONDERFUL MAN AND VERY GOOD FRIEND. DAD WILL MISS HIM SO MUCH ESPECIALLY AS THEY HAVE BEEN FRIENDS FOR A LIFETIME. OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU JO AND MAY YOUR MEMORIES COMFORT YOU.
1/29/2015 alice(nash)malonson
watertown , ma, usa
To the entire Monbouquette family-memories w/my dad(Richard Nash)of watertown watching as an 8 year old girl,my 1st no-hitter.learned everything I know about baseball and having Bill Monbouquette as my favorite Red Sox pitcher.I met him as a teen,what a gentleman.Today @ 61,my thoughts and prayers to you all.
1/29/2015 Ronald Morrow
Saugus, Ma., U.S.A
Would like to offer our prayers to Bill, and as a lifelong Red Sox fan,attended games of which Bill pitched ! I sat in my chair earlier in the day and read Bill's obituary, and couldn't hold back the tears ! He was a great pitcher with many excellent #s and also I am happy he stood up for Pumpkin Greene when the Sox signed him ! I know he lasted
1/29/2015 Ronald Morrow
Saugus, Ma., U.S.A
R.I P Bill, a lifelong fan who attended some of your games at Fenway Park during your 8 years, thanks for the memories ! Ron
1/29/2015 Kenneth
Attleboro, MA, USA
Bill I did not know of the fine moment when you struck a blow for race relations by defending your teammate Pumpsie Green. That is a remarkable feat for a man of only 21. It takes individual acts of courage and civility to realize Dr. King' dream of equality for all. More than any feat accomplished by yourself on the field of play your greatest fielding play was one of FairPlay and Justice for all. You are a Hall Of Famer for peace! The Lord is smiling because of your life. Rest in Peace.
1/29/2015 Gail Lafayette
Salem, New Hampshire, United States
As a devoted Red Sox fan meeting Mombo was a thrill. What a year we had spent listening on the radio and tv when the games aired and we weren't working. When I met Mombo years later, I had to tell him I had lived in Medford. He asked where did I live, in Fulton Heights, without hesitation, he said "oh I lived closer to the Somerville line! I replied oh I came from the wrong side? Obviously that conversation was in good humor. We all had to come from somewhere....Combo and Lonborg were the only two I ever wanted to meet, memories are so grand...God Bless you all....Gail Reardon Lafayette
1/29/2015 C. Todd Godlewski
Ruston, LA, USA
To All of Mr. Monbouquette's Family/Relatives: I pray that you will find comfort and strength in the memories Mr. Monbouquette created with each of you. My father and uncle were friends of Mr. Monbouquette's and I was an acquaintance of his through their relationship. Growing up I was always a bit reluctant to meet professional ball players or celebrities because I felt in awe of them. I likened ball players to extremely high class citizens who wanted nothing to do with the average person. That all changed when I met Mr. Monbouquette. He showed me exactly how high class he was because of his willingness to share his talents and life with the average person (me). On one visit to Colorado, when I was about 17 or 18, he contacted me and asked me to accompany him to dinner so he wouldn't eat alone. I was afraid to go at first because I felt like I had nothing to offer in the way of conversation but I knew we each had baseball in common. By the end of our meal, Mr. Monbouquette had made me feel so welcomed and relaxed because of his passion for the game of baseball. It is a memory that stays with me to this day because I was a kid having a meal with a professional baseball player, and I figured he would have been bored and left halfway through the meal, yet he talked to me as if I were a teammate of his and we were just sitting on the bench talking. I'll never forget that day. A few years later we would meet again; this time at the Albany-Colonie Yankee Stadium where he took time out of his schedule to watch me throw a bullpen session and provide me with advice and direction on my delivery and technique. Mr. Monbouquette's instruction was very helpful to me during my college career. I am grateful for the moments I was able to spend with Mr. Monbouquette. He was a terrific baseball player and an even finer person. My heartfelt condolences and prayers will be with Mrs. Josephine (Ritchie) Monbouquette and all of his loved ones.
1/30/2015 Rose Marie Vacca Buccieri
Medford , Massacusetts, USA
Jo,I was so sorry to hear of Bill's passing. Who knew when we went to our class reunion you would find Bill again. Take comfort in the love and memories he has left you. May God grant you the courage and strength at this time of sorrow. Remember Jo, he is at peace and pain free.
1/30/2015 Larry Spellman
Plymouth, MA, USA
Condolences on the loss of a great guy and great athlete, from a fellow 1955 MHS alum.
1/30/2015 Gladys Jablonski Skinner
Chevy Chase, Maryland, USA
With deepest sympathy. Saw Billie at the 1962 All Star Game in D. C. Medford High class of 57
1/30/2015 Bob & Chet Godlewski
Rutland, Vermont, USA
Dear Josie...our sincere condolences to you and all family members. A true professional as a ballplayer and moreso as a person. We have many remembrances of time spent with Bill, he was a mentor who was very giving of himself. I can never recall him saying no to any request made of him, not only by us but by ballplayers and customers of ours. He will be missed!
1/30/2015 Annie Strong
North Reading, Massachusetts, United States
Cathy and family - Cathy, my deepest condolences to and your family. My grandparents, and my uncle and aunt (the Manning's) lived across the street from your family on Arlington Street in Medford. My sister, Ellen and all my cousins played in your "Big" yard, back in the day. Great memories. RIP Billy "Mombo" and God Bless xoxo Annie (Tessier) Strong, MHS Class of 1965.
1/30/2015 Bill & Stephanie Cuff
Gloucester, Ma.,
Josephine and family, it was a thrill and a pleasure to meet Bill as a neighbor in our Community in Gloucester. As an avid life-long Red Sox fan, I enjoyed our brief encounters to talk Red Sox, sports and family. We will miss him and regret that we did not get to spend more time with him. Our thoughts and Prayers are with you all. God Bless. Bill and Stephanie Cuff
1/30/2015 AAnna Mae & Richard Fagon
Bluffton, SC 29909,
Dear Marc, Michel and Merric, We are very sorry to hear of your Dad's death. He was a special man and a wonderful friend of ours,back in the 60's & 70's. We recall your visits with us in Maryland and our visits with you in New Boston, when you boys were much younger. Then you were building a tree house and Merric taught us all about skitters. Hope you are all well and at peace. Our prayers are with you at this special time. (Aunt)Anna Mae & Richard
1/30/2015 Hope Mello
Orlando, FL, USA
Cousin Josephine, Im sorry for your loss. I will never forget the first time meeting Bill and saying to my parents "who is he?" I then learned who he was and still have the signed ball he gave me that night and its almost 17years later. I will never part with it because he is what truly got me into loving baseball more.He was simple amazing to be around. The stories he told us kids about his playing days to his current coaching days. I still remember him coming to a Tampa Bay Rays/ Red Sox game I was lucky enough to see. My grandmother made sure we both knew the other was there at the game and we just sat down and talked about the game and how funny it was that until about 4 hrs before game time we didnt know we would both be at the same game. He will forever be missed in our family and he always lit up a room. Sending prayers and love your way from the Moschella/Sabella/Mello families near and far.
1/31/2015 Janice Murphy
Malden, MA,
Josephine, so very sorry to hear of the loss of your husband Bill. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
1/31/2015 Ralph Walker
Wakefield, MA, USA
Please accept my deepest sympathy for your loss. Billy will be missed by all baseball fans. He was a gentleman of the highest quality. I will remember him as a baseball man with whom I could spend hours talking baseball. I will miss him. Again, my condolences. Ralph Walker MHS '60
2/5/2015 Dottie Sophios Graham
Avon, Ct,
It was with great sadness to learn of Bill's death last week. He was a class act and beloved by all who knew him. So many of us have wonderful memories of BIll from The Hobbs through high school and will miss seeing him at reunions. To Josephine and family, my deepest sympathy for the loss of your husband and father. May his memory be eternal.
2/6/2015 Pauline Dutra
North Andover, Ma., USA
Hi Josephine, I was so saddened to hear of Bill's suddened death. Loving the Red Sox since I was so young this made him more special to me and I followed his career and was so proud to have known him. First met in at MHS and he was in one of my homeroom classes.It was a special day when he called me when he was with you at one of your favorite restaurants where you also met my sister Lorraine. Josephine I have known you a while during our days in Medford. Sending my love & condolences. May God Bless you & your family.