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JOHNNY MONTEROSSO Obituary

MONTEROSSO
JOHNNY


59, of Phila., passed away suddenly on Friday, August 24, 2018. He spent most of his life working for the School District of Phila-delphia. Beloved husband of 27 years to Marie F. Monterosso (nee Detter). Son of Maria (nee Nicastri) and (late) Joseph Monterosso. Brother of Frankie and Anthony (Mary) Monterosso. Loving father of Amanda Payne, Maria Monterosso, Johnny (Erin) Monterosso and Holly (Austin) Jones. Adoring "Pop Pop" of Hailey, Michael, Corbin, Joseph, Jayden, Alex, (late) Ryleigh, Gabrielle, Gianni, Jameson and Logan. He also leaves behind many other family members and friends. Friends and family are invited to attend his Viewing Thursday August 30th from 7-9 P.M. at the KENNETH W MURPHY FUNERAL HOME, 1346 So. 29th St., Phila., PA 19146. Friday August 31st 9-10:55 A.M. at St. Gabriel Parish, 2917 Dickinson St, Phila., PA 19146 followed by Mass at 11 A.M.

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Published by Philadelphia Inquirer/Philadelphia Daily News on Aug. 29, 2018.

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Maggie Cain

August 31, 2018

So Sorry For Your Loss

Joye Jones

August 29, 2018

I never met Mr. Monterosso, but he raised a wonderful daughter. His Holly married my grandson, Austin, and became a loved member of our family. Thank you for her, Mr. Monterosso. I am praying for comfort for the family.

Kathy DiLuzio

August 29, 2018

Holly I am so sorry for your loss you and your family are in my prayers

Steve and Rose Smith

August 29, 2018

Our prayers go out to you and your family Maria!!Your Dad will always be with you.Tell your Mom we send our love.Steve and Rose.

Jerry Hennessy

August 29, 2018

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2917 Dickinson St., Philadelphia, PA

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