Stanley LaMonica

Stanley LaMonica, age 98, of Norwood, formerly of Medford, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 5, 2025, surrounded by family.

The first-born son of the late Costantino and Celestina (Di Gregorio) LaMonica, of Medford, beloved husband of the late Lois (Fulgoni) LaMonica of Norwood, formerly of Medford. Devoted brother of the late Vincent LaMonica of Medford. Loving Father of Lois (LaMonica) Norton of Walpole, Robert LaMonica and partner Bebe Karelitz of Peabody, Linda LaMonica of Norwood, and John LaMonica of Norwood. Caring grandfather of Matthew Norton of Quincy, Sarah (Norton) and Anthony Cuneo of Mansfield, and Joshua Norton of Walpole, and great-grandfather of Anthony Cuneo II. He is survived by his spouse Mary (Cieslik) LaMonica of Dracut, her children, Jane (Jurek) Demoulas, Karen (Jurek) Ash, and her grandchildren Alyssa, Shauna, Tanya, and John.

Stanley was a World War II Veteran. He was drafted into the army at 18 years of age, before graduating Medford High School. He served with the 106th division of the army, as a replacement for the Battle of the Bulge. Later, he served in the Army of Occupation, as an integral part of Operation Tally Ho. Among many medals he received, he was most proud of the Medal of Good Conduct. Upon completion of his service, Stanley returned home to finish his education.

Stanley attended Northeastern University, earning a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration and Accounting. He began his career at Rust Craft Publishers and Sylvania, then found his dream job with the DCAA, a Federal DOD Audit Agency. Stan was Project Director and senior auditor of defense contracts, with companies including Raytheon, GTE Sylvania, General Dynamics, and GE. He dedicated decades of his professional service, before retiring.

Upon graduating from Northeastern University, Stanley married the love of his life Lois (Fulgoni) LaMonica. They shared their faith, family values and their passion for dance. Stanley and Lois started their journey by making their home in Norwood, where they raised their four children, until Lois’s untimely passing from cancer, in 1979.

In the summer, Stan could always be found outside in his garden. He experimented with many types of vegetables and enjoyed sharing them with his family and neighbors. Stanley remarried in 1989, to Mary Cieslik. Upon his retirement, he was actively involved with the Sons of Italy, volunteering regularly. He and Mary enjoyed dancing and their many years of travel throughout Europe and the United States.

Stanley was a man of strong faith. He remained grateful throughout his life, for his family and the numerous friends he made. He was thankful for his many blessings and for the many people who inspired and encouraged him, along the way. He never forgot them. Most of all, Stanley wants to be remembered as an honest man.

Visitation in the Gillooly Funeral Home, 126 Walpole St, (Rt.1A) NORWOOD, on Saturday, February 8, 2025, from 9AM – 10AM. Funeral Mass at St. Timothy’s Church, 650 Nichols St, Norwood to follow at 10:30AM. Interment to follow at Highland Cemetery, Norwood.

Expressions of sympathy may be made in Stan's memory to the Pan Mass Challenge, pmc.org

Donate to PMC ID # LL0072.

Stanley’s family wishes to thank the many Hospice caregivers dedicated to Stanley’s care, especially, Antoinette, Shayla and Erica.