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James M. Monastero passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 21, 2015 at the age of 55.
Born in Norristown on June 2, 1959, Jim was the son of Sophia (Sotiros) and Joseph A. Monastero.
Jim resided in Lower Gwynedd with his beloved wife Sheila (Campbell) Monastero who passed away in 2008. Jim was a dedicated and loving father to his three children, Joseph C. Monastero, Lisa A. Monastero and James H. Monastero. In addition to his children, he is survived by his loving companion, Barbara Lancia, his father-in-law Pat Campbell, mother-in-law Betty Campbell, sister-in-law Beth Douglas, and brothers-in-law Shaun, Brian, Pat, and Joe Campbell.
Jim was the youngest brother of Pete Monastero, Michael Monastero, Maria (Monastero) Schaefer and the late Charles Monastero and he leaves numerous nieces and nephews and many friends to mourn him.
Jim graduated from Penn State University in 1981 and later received his MBA from New York University. Jim had a successful career as a consultant specializing in health care and life sciences, most recently working at KPMG. Jim dedicated much of his time to the fight against breast cancer, serving as Chairman of the Board for Breastcancer.Org for several years. Jim enjoyed golfing, traveling, gardening, and spending time at his Avalon beach house. He was an avid Penn State and Philadelphia sports fan and enjoyed attending games with his family.
Relatives and friends are invited to Jim's Life Celebration at Boyd-Horrox-Givnish of East Norriton, 200 W. Germantown Pike on Thursday, May 28, 2015 from 6-9 PM and again Friday, May 29th from 8-10 AM. Jim's Funeral Mass will be held at St. Rose of Lima Church, 428 S. Main St., North Wales, PA at 11 AM. Interment will be at St. John Neumann Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Jim's memory may be made to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, 1500 Rosecrans Ave., Suite 200, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266, https://www.pancan.org or Breastcancer.org, 7 E. Lancaster Ave., 3rd Fl. Ardmore, PA 19003, https://www.breastcancer.org.
To share your fondest memory of Jim, please visit www.lifecelebration.com, 1-800-GIVNISH.
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Joe,Lisa and Jimmy You may not remember me, but I have such good memories of all of you as you grew up as a family on Saxonney Circle in Flemington. I did not find out about your Dad's passing until today and my heart goes out to you all. We had so much fun getting together as families and your Mom and Dad were always full of laughter and so proud of each of you. I'll always keep you guys in my prayers. Vicki Schneider
Vicki Schneider
December 6, 2017
I was fortunate to call Jim a friend and apartment-mate during our time at Penn State, and I am truly saddened to hear of his passing. Jim was a fun-loving, gregarious member of our Somerset House and Briarcrest Apartments posse, but at the same time he had a maturity about him that, in retrospect, was likely linked to his deep connection to his future wife Shiela and a vision of what lay ahead. I, on the other hand, was mired in the present, and was somewhat clueless about where I was going. Jim was easy to talk to and had a knack for really connecting with the people he was aroundskills that no doubt served him well throughout his life. Mono you will be missedtake care buddy. And to Joe, Lisa, and Jimmyit has been a long time since I visited from Seattle and you probably don't have a clue who I am, but please accept my heartfelt condolencestake what strength you can from each other and your friends and family, and from the memory of what your father brought to your lives.
Tom Groves
May 29, 2015
Our condolences go out to your family. Our prayers are with you.
The Mahoney Family from LaSalle and GMA
May 28, 2015
Joe, Lisa, and Jimmy - the Jones Family sends their deepest sympathies. It seems unimaginable. Sheila and Jim are together looking down on the beautiful family they created. May God hold you in the palm of His hands.
Meredith, Morgan, Maggie, and Melanie
May 28, 2015
I had the honor to work with Jim at KPMG and later BearingPoint. He was a great guy, always willing to help out, and I'm better for having known him. My deepest sympathy to his family and friends.
Tony Klimas
May 28, 2015
James was a wonderful donor to Hope Partnership for Education in North Philadelphia. He often sent a gift that he wanted to be listed as anonymous in memory of his wife Sheila. We were sad to hear of his passing and we send our sincere condolances to all of his family and friends.
Sister Rose Martin and the staff of Hope Partnership for Education.
May 28, 2015
The world will miss a great family man, friend, confidant, business partner, and collogue. You will always be remembered Jim.
Ray Zaso
May 28, 2015
Dear Monastero Family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. I'm glad I was able to see your dad & my boys were able to him in September at Penn State.
For the Glory!
With our deepest sympathy,
Gayle, Justin & Jeremy Gramley
Gayle Gramley
May 27, 2015
Dear Lisa and Family
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your father.
Please know that you and your family are in my prayers.
Lovingly,
Mrs. Edna Tull
GMA
Theology Dept.
May 26, 2015
Kate and Kel
May 26, 2015
I met Jim almost twenty years ago when he worked with my husband at KPMG. They became partners together for the firm and both were at the height of their business success and considered forces to be reckoned with. So self assured and passionate. With this said, I also knew this success paled in comparison to the passion and "riches" Jim felt from being a beloved husband and father to his three children. I will always have very fond memories of him, his confidence and stride were infectious and I was always left inspired after being in his company. May he rest in peace and his family know he was held in high regard for those who knew him. He will be missed.
Lisa Bamford
May 25, 2015
I will miss running into Jim on the walking trail! Jim and his family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Tonya
Tonya Costello
May 25, 2015
Psalms 46:1 "God is our strength in times of distress
My sincerest condolences
May 25, 2015
Sincere condolences to all of Jimmy's family and friends, and I'm sure there were many. He'll be remembered fondly.
Susan Dragon-LaCon
May 24, 2015
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