James R. "Jim" DeMonic Jr.
James R. "Jim" DeMonic Jr.
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Born in Spangler, Pennsylvania, Jim was the son of James and Dorothy DeMonic. He grew up in Newark, Delaware, graduating from John Dickinson High School before moving to New York, and eventually settling in northern New Jersey with his beloved wife, Betty, whom he adored and shared 42 wonderful years of marriage. Jim was preceded in death by his loving wife only weeks earlier.
Jim dedicated his life to teaching and mentoring young adults as a voice instructor at the Academy of Dramatic Arts in New York City. He was deeply loved and respected by students and colleagues alike for his encouragement, compassion, and unwavering support. In addition to his work at the Academy, Jim often assisted his wife, also a cherished educator, at Franklin High School in New Jersey. His kindness, warmth, and genuine care for others left a lasting impact on everyone fortunate enough to know him.
Jim will be deeply missed by his family and many friends, but they take comfort in knowing he is now at peace, reunited with his beloved wife.
He is survived by his sisters, Corinna (Wayne) of Newark and Gretchen of Bear; and by his adored nieces, Alexandra and Amanda of Wilmington.
Services will be held privately in Delaware.
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Theo Caldwell
February 25, 2026
RIP, Jim. Thank you, and see you on the other side, friend.
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Bob Belloff
February 19, 2026
RIP Jim. Thanks for all of your service to FHS. I hope you and your lovely wife know how much you were valued and appreciated.
sylvia jefferies
February 18, 2026
To all of Jim´s family, and every life he touched, there are honestly no words. Especially ones that can be spoken without our voices welling up. We love you, Dear Jim. And knowing you were there, having the random unexpected conversations and txts these last few months, somehow made the world more manageable. Our hearts are shattered, though we shall all do our best to manage those pieces, and continue creating beauty, in your honor. O, how loved you were, and forever will live within us! With love, gratitude, respect, and embraces, Sylvia Jefferies 1997 AADA nyc
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