A Legacy Beyond the Game: Passing of Stonehill Alumni Edwin Monteiro
By Lily Cogliano
Stonehill alum Edwin Paul Monteiro Sr, has been described as a great man, loved by all; known for his kindness, humor and quick wit.
On October 23, 2026, at the age of 88, Monteiro passed peacefully, surrounded by his family.
All of Wareham suffered a great loss, losing such a valued, peaceful man and beloved member of the community. It’s written with no doubt that his wake and funeral will be overfilled with family, friends, and members of the community; people whose lives he's touched and forever will leave a lasting impact on.
Born and raised in Wareham, Monteiro grew up in a household of eight siblings, working in the Cranberry bogs as a kid. He spent his free time fishing, golfing, appreciating the beauty of flowers, and enjoying the works of Shakespeare.
His athletic accomplishments on the field will cement his place in athletic history. Starting his high school career strong, Monteiro played football, basketball, and baseball - earning twelve varsity letters across the teams and landing his legacy in the Wareham Hall of Fame, Class of 2014. His career was further recognized as he received the Bradford Thomas Award for most Valuable Football Player, reflecting his contribution to the game and the impact left on his team.
He carried these skills into the next chapter of his life at Stonehill College on a full athletic scholarship, continuing his journey as a student athlete. He had a remarkable start as a freshman, starting in both varsity basketball and baseball.
Monteiro led the baseball team, capturing the League Battling Crown in 1961, and was named MVP of Stonehill's campus football league. Adding to his impressive lists of awards, he received a special one when they tore down Boston Garden, for being the only non-professional athlete to play in the Garden three times.
He brought these skills to the Cape Cod Baseball League. Monteiro was selected for the league's All-Star Team seven times, and he held the championship title in 1961.
Baseball wasn't the last sport he'd leave his mark on. Later in life Monteiro brought his gifted athletic abilities to golf.
Monteiro frequently played at Bay Pointe Club, capturing their Golf Club Championship twelve times. He finished as runner up on fifteen additional occasions.
At sixty-five, he won all club champion tournaments and landed as a two-time medalist in the Mass Golf Association Father and Son Tournament.
Celebrating a life that means so much to so many comes naturally when remembering Monteiro. As family, friends, former teammates, and members of the community gather to commemorate his life, they’ll look back on his lifetime of achievements and memories that made him so special.
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