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Thank you for sharing the journey that was lockstep under the influence of John's purposed-life. The 'light' of his life illuminates brilliantly through your lives of advancement__in which John would profoundly respect & admire. YOU DIDN'T DISAPPOINT HIM nor this family who you greatly edified during our celebration of John's life.
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John Monroe

June 4, 1932 – May 19, 2023

Born to parents, the late Herman and Maggie Monroe in Farmville, Virginia on June 4, 1932, and oldest of six siblings. John is survived by his two sisters Louise Pierce and Elizabeth Pierce and preceded in death by Harry, Richard, Virginia, and Martha. John attended school and graduated from Robert R. Morton High School. He was drafted into the US Army in 1952 during the Korean …

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I worked with John at Lakeland High School. He was a true gentlemen and was dedicated to his students, fellow teachers…
I worked with John at Lakeland High School. He was a true gentlemen and was dedicated to his stude…
I worked with John at Lakeland High School. He was a true gentl…

Cousin John’s ease at authenticity made him so precious and rare. Seeded in my depth are the roots of his support and …

Cousin John’s ease at authenticity made him so precious and rare. Seeded in my depth are the roots…

Cousin John’s ease at authenticity made him so precious and rare…

John Monroe was my mentor as I began my teaching career in 1989, and until he retired.  The lessons he taught me of how…
John Monroe was my mentor as I began my teaching career in 1989, and until he retired.  The lessons…
John Monroe was my mentor as I began my teaching career in 1989,…

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Born

June 4th, 1932
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Passed away

May 19th, 2023
Suffolk, VA

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Final resting place

Albert G. Horton Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery

5310 Milners Rd, Suffolk, VA 23434
Crocker Funeral Home
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Crocker Funeral Home

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