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Lieutenant Anthony Monaco Jr. passed away, leaving his community and the New Orleans Police Department in mourning. He was a dedicated officer and devoted father. In the wake of his death, fraudulent fundraising efforts misusing his name have surfaced, prompting warnings from the family. A funeral service is scheduled to honor his memory, and community members are urged to report any scams. The Monaco family encourages prayers and the sharing of cherished memories in lieu of memorial donations.
New Orleans is mourning the loss of Lieutenant Anthony Monaco Jr., who passed away on September 18, 2025, at the age of 60. His death has not only left a void in the community and the New Orleans Police Department, where he served for years, but it has also sparked warnings about a fraudulent fundraising effort that misused his name.
Monaco was born on October 18, 1964, in Hartford, Connecticut, and was a dedicated law enforcement officer who held the rank of Lieutenant. He graduated from Saint Paul’s High School in 1983 and later earned a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice, which paved the way for a robust career in the police force until his retirement. He was an active member of both the Police Association of New Orleans and the Fraternal Order of Police.
Beyond his professional achievements, Monaco was a devoted father, with his son, Paul A. Monaco, being his greatest joy. He shared a deep bond with Paul’s mother, Michelle Power Monaco, and was also a loving son to Ilse T. Manale and a cherished grandson to Hedi Kramert. He had siblings, Scott A. Monaco, Matthew P. Monaco, and Michelle M. Moura, who also survive him, alongside his beloved nephews.
His partner, Sheri Daigle, stood by him for eight years, and he was remembered fondly by her family, who embraced him as one of their own. Anthony’s generous spirit, gentle strength, and unwavering love for those around him were defining characteristics of his life.
The family will honor his memory with a funeral service on September 27, 2025, at 1:00 pm at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home in New Orleans. A visitation will precede the service from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm, followed by a memorial service and reception at the Lake Lawn Event Center.
In the wake of Monaco’s passing, a fraudulent GoFundMe account was set up in his name. The family has publicly stated that they did not authorize this fundraising initiative and are urging community members to report any scams to law enforcement. GoFundMe has confirmed that the fraudulent account was removed at the family’s request, and all contributors were refunded.
In lieu of memorial donations, the Monaco family asks individuals to honor Anthony’s memory through prayers and by sharing cherished memories of him. For anyone struggling with emotional distress, support is available through the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988.
Lieutenant Anthony Monaco Jr. leaves behind a legacy of service and love and will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and colleagues in law enforcement.
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- Dignity Memorial: Anthony Monaco Obituary
- NOLA: NOPD Early Warning Program
- WDSU: NOPD Officer Suicide Scam
- Google Search: Anthony Monaco
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- Encyclopedia Britannica: New Orleans
