James Joseph Dundon,

84, of Norristown, PA, passed away on November 30, 2023 at his home. He was born in Norristown, PA on May 21, 1939 to the late John Joseph Dundon and Genevieve M. (Tallon) Dundon. Raised in Bridgeport, PA, Jim attended St. Augustine Elementary School and Holy Saviour Elementary School, and St. Patrick High School. He left high school and entered The Brothers of Mercy in Clarence, NY. He was known as Brother Lawrence and worked in his ministry as a Nurse’s Aide in Our Lady of Victory Hospital and Sisters Hospital. His ministry engaged him to travel and took him to many places through the US and two years of service in Germany. Jim also had a calling to help those in need during the loss of a loved one, this began his professional career as a Funeral Assistant and associate at the Dietrich Funeral Home in Amhurst, NY where he dedicated 40 years to his profession. He was a valued member of the firm giving comfort and compassionate service to grieving families. Jim was an avid reader, enjoyed travel, especially cruises, good food, and time spent with family and friends. He was devout to his Catholic faith and a faithful member of St. Patrick Church.

Jim is survived by his many cherished nieces and nephews, and great nieces and nephews. He was pre-deceased by all his siblings Clare T. Spera (Salvatore), Mary A. Bono (William), John A. “Buddy” Dundon (Theresa).

Relatives and friends are invited to Jim’s viewing from 9:00-10:15 a.m. followed by a Funeral Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, December 7, 2023 at St. Patrick Church, 714 Dekalb Pike, Norristown, PA. Interment immediately following in St. Augustine Cemetery, 175 W. Dekalb Pike, King of Prussia, PA. Memorial donations in Jim’s memory can be sent to IHM Sisters at Camilla Hall, 100 Maxis Drive, Malvern, PA 19355, or the Patrician Society, 121 E. Chestnut St., Norristown, PA 19401, or St. Patrick Church, 704 Green St., Norristown, PA 19401.

For those who cannot attend, the Funeral Mass will be live streamed on the Ciavarelli Family Funeral Home Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/people/Ciavarelli-Family-Funeral-Homes/100054523056619/

Condolences and memories may be shared at www.ciavarellifuneralhomes.com.

A Memorial Mass will take place at a later date at Our Lady of Victoy Basilica, 767 Ridge Rd., Buffalo, NY 14218, where a memorial plaque will be placed in Jim’s honor.