Matthew Monsoor

1950 - 2021

Matthew Monsoor
October 17, 1950 - May 3, 2021
Sacramento, California - Matthew left this earth on May 3, 2021, surrounded by his loving and heartbroken family. With his usual positive attitude and quiet strength, he fought to the very end against a very rare and aggressive form of cancer, BPDCN.
Matthew was born October 17, 1950, to Elias George and Rosemary (Meenan) Monsoor in what was then North Sacramento. He attended Mira Loma High School and graduated from Colfax High School in 1968, where he was a founding member of the school's science club, focusing on electronics. Matthew earned his Associate Arts Degree in Art (1975) and his Associate Science Degree in Electronic Engineering Technology (1977) from Sierra College.
Matthew began his career in the California State University System in 1979 in Long Beach and moved to the Sacramento campus in 1984. He retired in 2009 as an Information Systems Equipment Specialist. After deciding that full retirement was not for him, Matthew found a way to continue learning while sharing his knowledge and passion for technology and became a Specialist for Apple Retail in 2011. He enjoyed being a member of the Arden Fair Mall "Apple Family" until his death.
Matthew will be forever missed by his wife of 32 years, Donna Gillott Monsoor, and his much loved children, Ananda Ybarra (Adam) and Elizabeth and Ian Monsoor. We will remember you and your calmness as we try to live by your favorite mantra, "Be here now."
Matthew was selfless when it came to family and friends, and he considered everyone he met a friend. He was always patient and kind and never let the small stuff get to him. He was interested in everything, especially if it was related to technology and space and his taste in music was quite eclectic. A perfect evening for him was spicy food, good beer, and an obscure martial arts movie. To quote a friend, "His hippie powers were always strong" as he rumbled down the road in his beautifully restored 1967 red VW, at times with waist-length hair that he would then donate to Locks of Love.
Those who would like to remember and honor Matthew are invited to A Gathering of Matthew's Family and Friends at the Cameron Park Country Club at 3201 Royal Drive, Cameron Park on Saturday, June 19, at 6:30 PM. The 5:00 PM Mass at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church at 307 Montrose Drive, Folsom, is being offered for the repose of Matthew's soul.
Donna would especially like to thank the countless doctors, nurses, and staff members at the UC Davis Medical Center who were so kind and caring to us during our difficult journey and all of the family and friends who kept us strong with their prayers and loving thoughts.
In keeping with Matthew's spirit, remembrances may be made to the charity of your choice.