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James Monty Obituary
SOMERSET: James E. Monty, 69, of Somerset, died at 6:30 p.m. Monday, September 19, 2016 at Andover Village.
Jim was born November 19, 1946 in Stafford Spring, Connecticut, the son of the late Armand and Juanita Howerth Monty.
He was a graduate of Red Bluff High School in Red Bluff California. He was a Vietnam Army veteran serving two tours, and retired from Central Silica after 30 years of service. Jim was a member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 40&8, Thornville AmVets, VFW, Somerset Masonic Lodge and a dual member of the Somerset American Legion Leo Ryan Post 58 and the Sons of the American Legion.
Jim is survived by his wife of 41 years, Glenda Sue Mattis Monty of the home; one daughter, Michelle Monty and her friend Jason Llewellyn of the home; one son, Robert D. (Billie Jo) Monty of Gardners, PA; two granddaughters, Madisyn and Danika Llewellyn; three step-granddaughters, Debra, Alisha and Tiffany; one brother, Donald (Anne Gaylord) Monty of Carbondale, IL; four sisters, Marcia (Mark) Miles of Bonanza, OR, Susan (Greg) Baker of Cottonwood, CA, Lisa (David) Courtemanche of Ridgecrest, CA and Teresa (Charles) Brainerd of Auburn, CA; and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one sister, Carol Ann Monty; and his buddy, his dog Woody.
Friends may call from 4-7 p.m. Thursday, September 22, 2016 at the Bope-Thomas Funeral Home in Somerset where Masonic Services will be held at 6:45 p.m.
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. Friday, September 23, 2016 at Holy Trinity Catholic Church with Father Stephen Carmody as celebrant, assisted by the Rev. Mr. Gene Dawson. Burial will follow in New Lexington Cemetery where Somerset American Legion Leo Ryan Post 58 will provide military honors.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Perry County Cancer Alliance, P.O. Box 724, New Lexington, Ohio 43764, the Somerset-Reading Twp. Fire Dept. or the EMS.
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Debbie
September 22, 2016
So sorry for your loss, I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
Sue Ejaz
September 21, 2016
RIP James. Still remember you coming into my shop for haircuts.
John C. Murphy
September 21, 2016
To The Monty Family, My Deepest Sympathy to all of you on the loss of Jim. Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your heart. If ever there is tomorrow when we're not together...there is something you must always remember. You are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think, but the most important thing is, even if we're apart... I'll always be with you. May you now take comfort in knowing an angel is watching over you.
Joe J
September 21, 2016
Sorry for your loss Glenda, my family and I will continue praying for you and yours.
Diane Dodson
September 21, 2016
Glenda & family, I'm so sorry for your loss. Jim was a very good man and a funny one at that. You are in my prayers.
Joanei Wilson
September 21, 2016
Glenda & Family,
Thinking of you with your loss. Prayers for all of you...... Remember help is there from your friends as you process your grieving.
Debi Grimes
September 21, 2016
So sorry. God Bless.
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