Mr. Monges was the reason I love history and learning about history to this day! Always my favorite teacher rest in peace. Condolences to his family.

I just found out today 9-23-21 that my classmate at Lincoln Highschool class of 71 passed away. It is with tears I write this. Robert was such a special person. I remember seeing and talking with him at one of our reunions I was so proud and happy he had become a teacher and a coach. 
I wasn’t surprised at all as he always had those natural abilities with people. Peace be with you, Robert.  My sympathy to his family and students 

Wow! years later I've read that his man has passed away. Both my husband and I were in his class he was from 1990 and I was from 1998.  A memory for me! Being in his class was fun! he always had a smile to his face... always with his newspaper under his armpit. Very easy going and his class was interesting, never a dull moment.  I remember he came up to me at school after an assembly at the gym when he realized that I can sing he says.. Man! you have a great voice.. wow !!! He will forever be remembered in both our heart as to as many James Lick students! until we meet again !

Just this morning a former James Lick teacher (George Carty) told me about the passing of Mr. Monges. (I worked as a substitute teacher on campus.) What a great man! Rest in peace, Mr. Monges! My condolences to the Monges family.

A great man with a big heart and a love for family. You will be missed.

Bob
We will miss you. You always brought a smile to the Malley families faces.
Terry Malley

My condolences to Barbara, Leslie, Melissa, the grandchildren and siblings and rest of the family during this difficult time.  Celebrate Robert's life and keep him always in your memories.  My prayers are with you.

Barbara and the girls, grandchildren, family and friends, sorry for your loss. Great friend, colleague, and confidant. Knew Bobby since we were 15 years old, played football against you in HS, went to SCU together, taught with you 32 years at JL, loyal friend, The Lord is with you. Going to miss you Bobby Monges

I had the pleasure of working with Robert when he was Student Advisor and Assistant Principal at James Lick.  I remember well his willingness to work with at-risk youth and give them a second chance to be successful students.  Robert was always ready to help out students who sought his guidance and advice.  I'm sure his legacy lives on with those students.  Rest in Peace y Vaya con Dios Robert.
                                                                         George Sanchez (San Jose)

Bobby Monges was a great man, friend , and best man to our wedding over 40 years ago. I had know you since 1971 though we were high school rivals you were a great friend. You will surely be missed. rest in peace my friend. :(

Robert was caring and compassionate to his family and friends. It has been a blessing to have had him be a part of our lives. Always had the wisdom to say the right things and give good advice, without having to hurt anyone's feelings. Spent some days with him during family events, like at Lake Tahoe and Disneyland, and always enjoyed his company. Until we meet again..Salud!

There is not a word or phrase that can capture the memory that I as well as many, many others have of the Robert Monges, Lincoln High School, Class of '71. Fun loving, great athlete, kind, respectful, intelligent and passionate just barely scrape the surface of who Robert Monges was. Later I watched him coach teams and parent his daughters. I pray that your memories of your husband, father and friend to many brings to you some peace and comfort. It is a rare and very special gift that one man can touch so very many lives in the most personal and positive manner as Robert was gifted to do. Robert truly was a man for others.

To all my cousins with a heavy heart, of my cousin and friend passing,I too carry the same heart at this time, Peace & Love.

Great memories of a caring teacher. He worked with me when I was senior class president, but what stands out is he cared about my lack of family support and helped me have confidence to go forward with my dreams of going to college! Now as a teacher myself I try to do the same!!

Very sorry for your loss.  Sending thoughts and prayers to his family and friends. I hope that knowing that he will be remembered by so many will bring you comfort.

Dear Barbara, we are so saddened by Bob's passing and we want you and the girls to know that we are so grateful for having had him and your family in our lives. Richard says that it was an honor to have coached with him at James Lick and have him as a friend. He always admired his emotion and love for his players and students. Bob will be truly missed. ~ Richard & Cyndie Reyes and family

You're loved and missed by all, and will never be forgotten.  Rest in peace, Mr. Monges.

Coach monges was my football coach at james lick,,,great coach and friend,always  pushed u to b the best u can b,,sorry for ur loss,,rip coach

Robert, you are so loved and will be missed very much, I am blessed to have had you in my life. You were a loving big brother. My heart goes out to you Barb,Leslie,Melissa,Dave,Herbert and grandkids.
Love, your sister Lizette

Dear Barbara,
I am so sad to hear of Robert's passing.  I know he was the love of your life and a wonderful father and grandfather.  You are in my thoughts.

May God's tender mercies abide with all family and friends.
Robert was a classmate of my older sister and brother to my classmate at Lincoln High. I remember him as a very spirited and wise football coach helping us to reach beyond ourselves. I am thankful he lead us in the Lord's Prayer before each game, and for the impact he had in my life.

My prayers to Barbara and her family, may you find comfort knowing what an impact Robert had in so many lives, he was not only my teacher but a friend that I always gave credit to for becoming the woman I am today. So many memories with Robert and his family when I was in high school. Rest in Paradise Robert...

Jenny Vasquez (Peters)

One great guy, proud to be a friend my Brother. RIP.   Joe Santos

Robert, my brother, Marce shared with me of your passing. Oh Robert I read all the special prayers. I can't believe you are gone. I was hoping to make it to the Big Bone game so I could see you, Jess and Jim. I always felt you were a special friend! All those beautiful words of you, were always you. May your family feel so blessed to have you so close to them.  I've missed you for 46 years my friend, always in my heart! Always a friend. Irene Lopez-Mercado, class of 71.

Dear Barbara,My prayers go out to you and your loved ones and i really hope the Lord will give his inner peace at this point of your life.I very fortunate to have played football at Lincoln High School the years Coach Monges was the head coach; i use to think the world of him as a leader and an awsome teacher.Thank you Coach Robert Monges for all that you have done.

Dear Barbara - My heart is breaking for your family's loss. The tributes to Robert are so sweet and reflect what an impact he had on everyone. My deepest sympathy for you and your sweet family.

A great teacher, coach and mentor. He was a leader. Passionate about teaching, coaching and life. Coach Monges will be missed. GO COMETS!

Mr.Monges,coach,Robert,but mostly Friend. I have and will never forget you, Thank You for being you . The Life skills that you taught me got me through many challenges in my life. From my time in the Military Bootcamp, Law Enforcement Academy and my position as a supervisor , i have used all your skill from coaching me in Football,Wrestling, and as a student.  Work Hard , Never QUIT, and be fired up approach always worked. Thank You Robert.

Barbara --- We can't imagine what you're going through, but we're here to support you with whatever you need. You and your family are in our thoughts and hearts, and we're sending our love to you especially during this sad time.

My deepest sympathy to his family and friends.  He was an amazing man, friend and mentor to so many.  He will truly be missed, but know he touch so many young lives and will live on in them.  May Gods love comfort you through this difficult time.  Thoughts and prayers go out to you all.

Dear Barbara-
 It is with great sadness I send this note of condolence.   I pray that you and your extended family will find comfort in the words shared about Robert. How quickly the pages fill up with what a wonderful teacher, mentor  and man he was.  May he rest in peace and may you and your family have the strength, support and love needed to get through this most difficult time .  You are in my prayers.

My prayers to Mr. Monges family. I am deeply saddened by his passing. He was one of the few teachers who loved his job, taught his students life lessons and honestly cared and loved his students. His inspiration, strength, knowledge and overall kindness will always be remembered by not only me, but all his students.

Dear Barbara,  With deepest sympathy to you and your family...Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Dear Barbara, Sending loving thoughts to you and your family in this sad time.  You are in our prayers.

May The Will of God Be Accepted as He Has Called Upon Coach Robert Monges. May The Lord Comfort the Monges Falilia. 1978 was when i had the Honor of meeting Coach Monges (San Jose Central Aztecs)Thank You for Great Memories. R.I.P. Monges

Mr. Monges, thank you for all that you did for my three children at James Lick.  You were a great mentor and friend.  May you rest in eternal peace.  Hugs and prayers to the Monges Family.

Dearest Barbara, 

My deepest sympathy goes to you and your family. May memories of Robert and the love of family surround you and give you strength in the days ahead.

Love, Natalie and Talia

My deepest condolences to you Barb and the rest of the Monges family. Its a sad day on earth however a happy day in heaven. May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together.

I remember your calm and confident demeanor- a gem of a Coach to our 1986 Football team... You left memories for many many classes that followed and to be a positive influence on so many, your legacy will live on..

May you Rest in Peace Robert, You are part of the Family, and every time I seen you, you were always cheerful and encouraging . Prayers for Barbara, girls and grandchildren.

RIP.... I'll never forget all our talks! Prayers for his family...

Mr. MONGES you were the Best Mentor, friend that anyone could ever ask for.  I wouldn't be where I am today without all of your guidance and help....Thank You ...Heaven is so lucky to have you.  You will truly be missed.  Love you Mr. MONGES see you again someday.

You will greatly be missed Love and Prayers love the Karadunis family

Thank you for being an awesome coach, teacher and most of all a wonderful human being.  Your self-less dedication to all your students and friends will be missed.  May the Big Bone always stay home.   Go Lincoln Lions. Go Robert Monges.

Thank you Coach Monges for everything you've done for me. You always kept an eye out for me & took me under your wing whenever our lives crossed paths. I'm grateful to be able to say you were a mentor and a friend. RIP Coach. God bless.

My deepest Condolences to the Monges family. Sending Prayers during this difficult time. 
-Geneva and family 
(Former colleague of Barb Monges)

Mr.Monges. You were an awesome teacher and an even better person. A lot of students looked up to you. You will be missed, I am glad I had the pleasure of meeting you and was able to be in your class, if was one of my fav ones to go to. My prayers and condolences goes to your family in this time of need.  Without a doubt you will be missed.

I want to let your loved ones know there are so many of us students who are grieving with you tonight. So many. He not only taught and mentored us but gave us life lasting memories too. He taught me over twenty years ago, and yet I still talk of him to this day. His gift to me was remaining a mentor at James Lick long enough to see my daughter through four years there as well. So fortunate we both were. May God bring you all comfort and healing.

Prayers of comfort to the entire Monges family. Mr. Monges was an amazing teacher and coach, who gave his all to his students and players, at James Lick. He will forever be remembered as one of the best. May his kind soul, rest in peace.

Mr. Monges was a great teacher and coach. He truly was one of the best teachers I knew... sending my prayers and love to his family. He will be missed....

I just learned today of his passing....I'm so very sorry to hear of this and send my condolences to his family.  

I met Bob in 1999-2000...he was my offensive line coach at San Jose City College during that time. He was a great mentor, coach, friend and all around person. He taught me so much during my time there and often we talked about football and other aspects of life. He was a great coach and set the foundation for my skills which I will never forget. My fondest memories other than his coaching and passion for football are him getting all of us offensive linemen to go out and eat at Hometown Buffet so that we could come together as a unit and become closer. We did this several times during the 2 years I knew him back then and those things I'll never forget. Thanks coach for all you did for us at SJCC to prepare us for football and life...

RIP Coach Monges...may you be at peace....

I have so many great memories of Mr Monges forum wrestling, teaching and being an administrator at Lick. After my husband and myself graduated Coach remained a great family friend.  I hope his family can find peace knowing that he touched so many people's lives and was so loved.  RIP Monges...Go Comets!

I recall Robert as being an outstanding young person in high school.  May his loved ones cherish all their wonderful experiences and happy moments.

What an inspiration this man has been in my life.  He was my teacher at James Lick HS.  I'll never forget his wise words whenever I needed them. 

Rest in love... Mr Monges

RIP. Mr Monges you were a great teacher. one of my favorite teachers. you made history fun. may you rest in the arms of the angels. Prayers to your family in their time of loss. they lost a great man. you will be forever missed.

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Robert Anthony Monges

October 4, 1953 – January 4, 2017

Lima Family Erickson Memorial Chapel

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