In Memory of Quincy Omar Monk 1979 - 2015
Quincy Omar Monk, 36, of Apex, passed away Tuesday afternoon, Nov. 24, 2015 at Duke Hospital surrounded by family and loved ones after a brief but mighty battle with an aggressive form of cancer.
Quincy was born Jan. 30, 1979, in Jacksonville, NC as the second son of Robert and Wilma Monk. He was an all-conference player in both football and basketball at White Oak High School. He played college football at UNC followed by two seasons with the NY Giants and one with the Houston Texans. At the time of his passing he was employed as a Senior Recruiter at The Select Group in Raleigh, NC.
Quincy touched the lives of everyone he met - to meet Quincy briefly was a pleasure, to get to know Quincy was a privilege and a blessing. Quincy never failed to have his bright smile ready for every person he saw. He was the first to offer supportive words and a helping hand to those in need. Quincy accomplished many admirable goals in his brief life, but none were more important to him than being a God-loving family man. Quincy's happiest times were spent being a devoted husband, loving father, brother's keeper, beloved son, and loyal friend. To be in Quincy's presence was to know he was a man of extraordinary substance.
Quincy is survived by his wife, Lisa Monk; daughter, Naomi, age 5; son Aiden, age 3; older brother, Robert Stanley II and wife, Chareen Monk; nephews, Trey, Myles, and Jacob Monk; and niece, Jordan Monk.
A Funeral Service will be held 12:00 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 28, 2015 at Cary Church of Christ, 6640 Tryon Road, Cary, NC 27518. The Family will receive friends from 10-12:00 p.m., Saturday prior to the service.
Arrangements by Montlawn Funeral Home, 2911 S. Wilmington St., Raleigh, NC 27603.
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From Sporting News Nov 24, 2015
Quincy Monk, a three-year football standout at North Carolina and former NFL player, died Tuesday at the age of 36.
Monk suffered a stroke in June, and he was rushed to the hospital where doctors found a blood clot in his brain. Surgery followed and cancer was discovered during follow-up appointments.
Monk was born and raised in Jacksonville, N.C., where he stood out at White Oak High School as an all-conference player in both football and basketball. Following his collegiate career at UNC, he was selected by the Giants at linebacker in the seventh round of the 2002 NFL Draft. He spent two seasons with the Giants before playing in two games with the Texans in 2004.
Following his playing career, Monk worked as a managing director at Argentum Capital Management, and also served on the University of North Carolina's Board of Visitors. Monk also held positions at Citigroup Smith Barney and Captrust following his playing days and had been employed as a senior recruiter at The Select Group in Raleigh, N.C.
Monk, an honorary captain for UNC's football game against Wake Forest on Oct. 17, is survived by his wife, Lisa, and their two children.
~From Find-A-Grave Contributor Sharon
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Lessons taught at the memorial service for Quincy Monk, offered insight into the man that was a good friend, brother, son, and loved by many. It was said "that those who came to eulogize Quincy today were preaching Quincy's own eulogy". Quincy admitted that the spiritual race he had been on was not always a straight shot to the finish line, but he finished in the right lane, crossing the final goal line. Earthly awards tarnish and lose their value, but not so with our home in Heaven.
Quincy's life showed:
1) His parents instilled great values in him, allowing him the ability to make smart decisions. From the moment he met Lisa, he told his family and friends that "she is the one".
2) Life is short, show random acts of kindness.
3) Each day is a gift not to be taken for granted.
4) Give to others un-selflessly.
5) Take advantage of God's love and grace and receive a clean slate and an eternal life in Heaven.
6) Even through tragedy, one can be a positive influence and motivator.
7) A good work ethic is important. At the Select Group, an award is given each January for the employee that best embodies "our core values". Quincy Monk was a positive energy, becoming the very first honoree. This coming January 2016, the award will be renamed the "Quincy Monk Award", keeping his legacy alive.
8) He had an infectious high-pitched laugh that all will remember.
9) He was known as "The Dude" to his brother; they never had cross words for one another in 36 years; were one another's "safety zone" to retreat to when the world is cruel.
10) Quincy was courageous and stoic to the end.
11) Made a handprint for his family in the last weeks at the hospital so it could live on with them forever.
12) He was genuine, polite, respectful, positive, loyal, humble, a servant to others.
13) "Death did not win out over Jesus as He was resurrected and it did not win out over Quincy". One's life is not defined by athletic achievement, but by character.
II Timothy 4:6-8
6 For I am now ready to be offered, and the time of my departure is at hand.
7 I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith:
8 Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing.
Quincy Omar Monk, 36, of Apex, passed away Tuesday afternoon, Nov. 24, 2015 at Duke Hospital surrounded by family and loved ones after a brief but mighty battle with an aggressive form of cancer.
Quincy was born Jan. 30, 1979, in Jacksonville, NC as the second son of Robert and Wilma Monk. He was an all-conference player in both football and basketball at White Oak High School. He played college football at UNC followed by two seasons with the NY Giants and one with the Houston Texans. At the time of his passing he was employed as a Senior Recruiter at The Select Group in Raleigh, NC.
Quincy touched the lives of everyone he met - to meet Quincy briefly was a pleasure, to get to know Quincy was a privilege and a blessing. Quincy never failed to have his bright smile ready for every person he saw. He was the first to offer supportive words and a helping hand to those in need. Quincy accomplished many admirable goals in his brief life, but none were more important to him than being a God-loving family man. Quincy's happiest times were spent being a devoted husband, loving father, brother's keeper, beloved son, and loyal friend. To be in Quincy's presence was to know he was a man of extraordinary substance.
Quincy is survived by his wife, Lisa Monk; daughter, Naomi, age 5; son Aiden, age 3; older brother, Robert Stanley II and wife, Chareen Monk; nephews, Trey, Myles, and Jacob Monk; and niece, Jordan Monk.
A Funeral Service will be held 12:00 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 28, 2015 at Cary Church of Christ, 6640 Tryon Road, Cary, NC 27518. The Family will receive friends from 10-12:00 p.m., Saturday prior to the service.
Arrangements by Montlawn Funeral Home, 2911 S. Wilmington St., Raleigh, NC 27603.
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From Sporting News Nov 24, 2015
Quincy Monk, a three-year football standout at North Carolina and former NFL player, died Tuesday at the age of 36.
Monk suffered a stroke in June, and he was rushed to the hospital where doctors found a blood clot in his brain. Surgery followed and cancer was discovered during follow-up appointments.
Monk was born and raised in Jacksonville, N.C., where he stood out at White Oak High School as an all-conference player in both football and basketball. Following his collegiate career at UNC, he was selected by the Giants at linebacker in the seventh round of the 2002 NFL Draft. He spent two seasons with the Giants before playing in two games with the Texans in 2004.
Following his playing career, Monk worked as a managing director at Argentum Capital Management, and also served on the University of North Carolina's Board of Visitors. Monk also held positions at Citigroup Smith Barney and Captrust following his playing days and had been employed as a senior recruiter at The Select Group in Raleigh, N.C.
Monk, an honorary captain for UNC's football game against Wake Forest on Oct. 17, is survived by his wife, Lisa, and their two children.
~From Find-A-Grave Contributor Sharon
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Lessons taught at the memorial service for Quincy Monk, offered insight into the man that was a good friend, brother, son, and loved by many. It was said "that those who came to eulogize Quincy today were preaching Quincy's own eulogy". Quincy admitted that the spiritual race he had been on was not always a straight shot to the finish line, but he finished in the right lane, crossing the final goal line. Earthly awards tarnish and lose their value, but not so with our home in Heaven.
Quincy's life showed:
1) His parents instilled great values in him, allowing him the ability to make smart decisions. From the moment he met Lisa, he told his family and friends that "she is the one".
2) Life is short, show random acts of kindness.
3) Each day is a gift not to be taken for granted.
4) Give to others un-selflessly.
5) Take advantage of God's love and grace and receive a clean slate and an eternal life in Heaven.
6) Even through tragedy, one can be a positive influence and motivator.
7) A good work ethic is important. At the Select Group, an award is given each January for the employee that best embodies "our core values". Quincy Monk was a positive energy, becoming the very first honoree. This coming January 2016, the award will be renamed the "Quincy Monk Award", keeping his legacy alive.
8) He had an infectious high-pitched laugh that all will remember.
9) He was known as "The Dude" to his brother; they never had cross words for one another in 36 years; were one another's "safety zone" to retreat to when the world is cruel.
10) Quincy was courageous and stoic to the end.
11) Made a handprint for his family in the last weeks at the hospital so it could live on with them forever.
12) He was genuine, polite, respectful, positive, loyal, humble, a servant to others.
13) "Death did not win out over Jesus as He was resurrected and it did not win out over Quincy". One's life is not defined by athletic achievement, but by character.
II Timothy 4:6-8
6 For I am now ready to be offered, and the time of my departure is at hand.
7 I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith:
8 Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing.
In Memory of Quincy Omar Monk 1979 - 2015
Quincy Omar Monk, 36, of Apex, passed away Tuesday afternoon, Nov. 24, 2015 at Duke Hospital surrounded by family and loved ones after a brief but mighty battle with an aggressive form of cancer.
Quincy was born Jan. 30, 1979, in Jacksonville, NC as the second son of Robert and Wilma Monk. He was an all-conference player in both football and basketball at White Oak High School. He played college football at UNC followed by two seasons with the NY Giants and one with the Houston Texans. At the time of his passing he was employed as a Senior Recruiter at The Select Group in Raleigh, NC.
Quincy touched the lives of everyone he met - to meet Quincy briefly was a pleasure, to get to know Quincy was a privilege and a blessing. Quincy never failed to have his bright smile ready for every person he saw. He was the first to offer supportive words and a helping hand to those in need. Quincy accomplished many admirable goals in his brief life, but none were more important to him than being a God-loving family man. Quincy's happiest times were spent being a devoted husband, loving father, brother's keeper, beloved son, and loyal friend. To be in Quincy's presence was to know he was a man of extraordinary substance.
Quincy is survived by his wife, Lisa Monk; daughter, Naomi, age 5; son Aiden, age 3; older brother, Robert Stanley II and wife, Chareen Monk; nephews, Trey, Myles, and Jacob Monk; and niece, Jordan Monk.
A Funeral Service will be held 12:00 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 28, 2015 at Cary Church of Christ, 6640 Tryon Road, Cary, NC 27518. The Family will receive friends from 10-12:00 p.m., Saturday prior to the service.
Arrangements by Montlawn Funeral Home, 2911 S. Wilmington St., Raleigh, NC 27603.
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From Sporting News Nov 24, 2015
Quincy Monk, a three-year football standout at North Carolina and former NFL player, died Tuesday at the age of 36.
Monk suffered a stroke in June, and he was rushed to the hospital where doctors found a blood clot in his brain. Surgery followed and cancer was discovered during follow-up appointments.
Monk was born and raised in Jacksonville, N.C., where he stood out at White Oak High School as an all-conference player in both football and basketball. Following his collegiate career at UNC, he was selected by the Giants at linebacker in the seventh round of the 2002 NFL Draft. He spent two seasons with the Giants before playing in two games with the Texans in 2004.
Following his playing career, Monk worked as a managing director at Argentum Capital Management, and also served on the University of North Carolina's Board of Visitors. Monk also held positions at Citigroup Smith Barney and Captrust following his playing days and had been employed as a senior recruiter at The Select Group in Raleigh, N.C.
Monk, an honorary captain for UNC's football game against Wake Forest on Oct. 17, is survived by his wife, Lisa, and their two children.
~From Find-A-Grave Contributor Sharon
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Lessons taught at the memorial service for Quincy Monk, offered insight into the man that was a good friend, brother, son, and loved by many. It was said "that those who came to eulogize Quincy today were preaching Quincy's own eulogy". Quincy admitted that the spiritual race he had been on was not always a straight shot to the finish line, but he finished in the right lane, crossing the final goal line. Earthly awards tarnish and lose their value, but not so with our home in Heaven.
Quincy's life showed:
1) His parents instilled great values in him, allowing him the ability to make smart decisions. From the moment he met Lisa, he told his family and friends that "she is the one".
2) Life is short, show random acts of kindness.
3) Each day is a gift not to be taken for granted.
4) Give to others un-selflessly.
5) Take advantage of God's love and grace and receive a clean slate and an eternal life in Heaven.
6) Even through tragedy, one can be a positive influence and motivator.
7) A good work ethic is important. At the Select Group, an award is given each January for the employee that best embodies "our core values". Quincy Monk was a positive energy, becoming the very first honoree. This coming January 2016, the award will be renamed the "Quincy Monk Award", keeping his legacy alive.
8) He had an infectious high-pitched laugh that all will remember.
9) He was known as "The Dude" to his brother; they never had cross words for one another in 36 years; were one another's "safety zone" to retreat to when the world is cruel.
10) Quincy was courageous and stoic to the end.
11) Made a handprint for his family in the last weeks at the hospital so it could live on with them forever.
12) He was genuine, polite, respectful, positive, loyal, humble, a servant to others.
13) "Death did not win out over Jesus as He was resurrected and it did not win out over Quincy". One's life is not defined by athletic achievement, but by character.
II Timothy 4:6-8
6 For I am now ready to be offered, and the time of my departure is at hand.
7 I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith:
8 Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing.
Quincy Omar Monk, 36, of Apex, passed away Tuesday afternoon, Nov. 24, 2015 at Duke Hospital surrounded by family and loved ones after a brief but mighty battle with an aggressive form of cancer.
Quincy was born Jan. 30, 1979, in Jacksonville, NC as the second son of Robert and Wilma Monk. He was an all-conference player in both football and basketball at White Oak High School. He played college football at UNC followed by two seasons with the NY Giants and one with the Houston Texans. At the time of his passing he was employed as a Senior Recruiter at The Select Group in Raleigh, NC.
Quincy touched the lives of everyone he met - to meet Quincy briefly was a pleasure, to get to know Quincy was a privilege and a blessing. Quincy never failed to have his bright smile ready for every person he saw. He was the first to offer supportive words and a helping hand to those in need. Quincy accomplished many admirable goals in his brief life, but none were more important to him than being a God-loving family man. Quincy's happiest times were spent being a devoted husband, loving father, brother's keeper, beloved son, and loyal friend. To be in Quincy's presence was to know he was a man of extraordinary substance.
Quincy is survived by his wife, Lisa Monk; daughter, Naomi, age 5; son Aiden, age 3; older brother, Robert Stanley II and wife, Chareen Monk; nephews, Trey, Myles, and Jacob Monk; and niece, Jordan Monk.
A Funeral Service will be held 12:00 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 28, 2015 at Cary Church of Christ, 6640 Tryon Road, Cary, NC 27518. The Family will receive friends from 10-12:00 p.m., Saturday prior to the service.
Arrangements by Montlawn Funeral Home, 2911 S. Wilmington St., Raleigh, NC 27603.
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From Sporting News Nov 24, 2015
Quincy Monk, a three-year football standout at North Carolina and former NFL player, died Tuesday at the age of 36.
Monk suffered a stroke in June, and he was rushed to the hospital where doctors found a blood clot in his brain. Surgery followed and cancer was discovered during follow-up appointments.
Monk was born and raised in Jacksonville, N.C., where he stood out at White Oak High School as an all-conference player in both football and basketball. Following his collegiate career at UNC, he was selected by the Giants at linebacker in the seventh round of the 2002 NFL Draft. He spent two seasons with the Giants before playing in two games with the Texans in 2004.
Following his playing career, Monk worked as a managing director at Argentum Capital Management, and also served on the University of North Carolina's Board of Visitors. Monk also held positions at Citigroup Smith Barney and Captrust following his playing days and had been employed as a senior recruiter at The Select Group in Raleigh, N.C.
Monk, an honorary captain for UNC's football game against Wake Forest on Oct. 17, is survived by his wife, Lisa, and their two children.
~From Find-A-Grave Contributor Sharon
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Lessons taught at the memorial service for Quincy Monk, offered insight into the man that was a good friend, brother, son, and loved by many. It was said "that those who came to eulogize Quincy today were preaching Quincy's own eulogy". Quincy admitted that the spiritual race he had been on was not always a straight shot to the finish line, but he finished in the right lane, crossing the final goal line. Earthly awards tarnish and lose their value, but not so with our home in Heaven.
Quincy's life showed:
1) His parents instilled great values in him, allowing him the ability to make smart decisions. From the moment he met Lisa, he told his family and friends that "she is the one".
2) Life is short, show random acts of kindness.
3) Each day is a gift not to be taken for granted.
4) Give to others un-selflessly.
5) Take advantage of God's love and grace and receive a clean slate and an eternal life in Heaven.
6) Even through tragedy, one can be a positive influence and motivator.
7) A good work ethic is important. At the Select Group, an award is given each January for the employee that best embodies "our core values". Quincy Monk was a positive energy, becoming the very first honoree. This coming January 2016, the award will be renamed the "Quincy Monk Award", keeping his legacy alive.
8) He had an infectious high-pitched laugh that all will remember.
9) He was known as "The Dude" to his brother; they never had cross words for one another in 36 years; were one another's "safety zone" to retreat to when the world is cruel.
10) Quincy was courageous and stoic to the end.
11) Made a handprint for his family in the last weeks at the hospital so it could live on with them forever.
12) He was genuine, polite, respectful, positive, loyal, humble, a servant to others.
13) "Death did not win out over Jesus as He was resurrected and it did not win out over Quincy". One's life is not defined by athletic achievement, but by character.
II Timothy 4:6-8
6 For I am now ready to be offered, and the time of my departure is at hand.
7 I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith:
8 Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing.
