Mr. David Joe Monis, a life-long resident of Fowler, passed away Monday, April 28, 2025, in Fresno, California, surrounded by his family. He was 74 years old.  David was born on August 11, 1950 in Fowler to Joe and Alice Monis.  He attended and graduated from Fowler High School, Class of 1968.  David also attended Reedley College where he played baseball for two years.  In 1971 he married the love of his life, Susan Fitzpatrick Monis, and together they settled in Fowler and started their family.

David worked as a General Manager for Consolidated Electrical Distributors (CED) for 40 years before retiring in 2013.  He was an avid sports fan and shared his passion for baseball with his sons and grandchildren, attending their sporting events and practices even if they were on live stream.  He will be best remembered as a loving and devoted husband, father, and grandfather, and for his support of local Fowler sport activities. "He was born a Redcat and passed away a Redcat."

David is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Susan; his two sons and their wives:  Ryan and Joelle, Keith and Liz; four wonderful grandchildren; Ella, Kade, Olivia, and McKenzie; and two sisters, Cathy Wilkins and Linda (Erick) Smith. Additionally, David will be missed and remembered by his extended family and friends.

Visitation for David will be at Wallin's Funeral Home in Fowler on Thursday, May 8, from 5 pm – 7 pm.  A graveside service will be at Fowler District Cemetery on Friday, May 9, at 10:30 am, followed by desserts at the Fowler Presbyterian Church. In lieu of flowers, the family asks donations be made to Fowler High School Baseball or Fowler Softball Boosters.