Monte Boscovich passed away peacefully at home on July 29, 2025, at the age of 80. He was born on August 15, 1944, in Oakland, California, to Harold and Bea Boscovich, who predeceased him.
Monte grew up in Oakland and graduated high school from St. Joseph Notre Dame in Alameda. Monte perfected his shorthand skills at Heald College, which assisted him when drafted into the U.S. Army. Monte served at the Pentagon during the Vietnam War.
Monte had a fulfilling career as a Manager of Sales at BNSF Railway, where he retired after 45 years.
Earlier this year, the Pacific Transportation Association honored Monte with a Lifetime Achievement Award for 50 years of dedicated service, wise leadership, and generosity, leaving a legacy the organization deeply values.
Prior to moving to Alameda, Monte lived an outgoing, exuberant life in San Francisco. He would regale friends and family with stories about his time living in the City.
In retirement, Monte remained active with organizing estate sales, which was perfectly in line with his passion for collecting antiques. Monte was multi-talented with his skills in baking, knitting, crocheting, and artistic endeavors. For years, Monte decorated their house for every holiday, and it became a tradition for Alameda families to stop by at Halloween and Christmas to see the impressive displays.
Monte also spent his days at local establishments around Alameda where everybody knew him and looked forward to his visits. It would be impossible to get a coffee with Monte without friends or business proprietors stopping to say hello and get a hug. This is because Monte was the most generous and loving soul to anyone who was lucky enough to be in his presence.
Monte will be remembered for his positivity, humor, and devotion to family and friends.
Monte is survived by, and will be profoundly missed by, his husband Peter Romualdez; his brother Harold Boscovich, Jr., and wife Janet McCardle; his nephews and nieces, including Harold Boscovich, III, Hallie Von Rock, and their son Aidan; Suzanne West and husband Scott West, and their children Elora and Sabrina; and his cousin Charlie Edell and wife Maria Edell.
The family will have a private service.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Monte’s memory may be made to your favorite charity.
