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Mark Monroe Obituary

BOSTON Mark E. Monroe, age 53, of Boston, formerly of Weymouth, died on Wednesday, November 12, 2008 at the VA Medical Center in Brockton after a long illness. Mr. Monroe was a U.S. Navy Vietnam Veteran. He was the father of Rebekah Monroe of Bellingham. Son of Carol A. O'Neal and her husband Charles of Weymouth and the late Reginald Monroe. Brother of Betty Ann Monroe of Mansfield and Sherwood Monroe of Palm Bay, FL. Also survived by several nieces, nephews and cousins. The Funeral Services and Interment are to be private. Visiting hours and flowers omitted by request. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to VA Hospice Milestones, c/o Voluntary Dept., 940 Belmont St., Brockton, MA 02301. For online guestbook, please visit www.downingchapel.com.

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Published by The Patriot Ledger on Nov. 15, 2008.

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Tina Girdlestone

December 6, 2008

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Tina & Donald Girdlestone

December 6, 2008

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Brian K VAMC

November 24, 2008

The comfort of having a friend may be taken away but never that of having had one.
Rest in peace seaman
God will watch over your family for you

Mike Casey

November 17, 2008

Mr. Monroe,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country when you served in the USN during the Vietnam War. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

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