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Along the way, his artwork gained recognition and found homes in museums, galleries, and private collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnown for his generosity and commitment to community, Monague donated both his time and artwork to numerous charitable causes throughout his life. Reflecting on his career, he once said, “I feel my art speaks to my culture. I have made a name for myself with my work and reputation, but it has taken a long time.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWilliam Anthony Monague passed peacefully into the Spirit World in 2019, surrounded by his family at Georgian Bay General Hospital. 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