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Frances Monroe Obituary
Joy was born on Aug. 1, 1925, in Hartshorne, Okla.; fell in love with and married her best friend, Louis Monroe in 1942. She provided love and support to Louis while he served his country in the United States Army and Air Force until they made a permanent home in Hampton in 1969.
Joy was a devoted member of West Hampton Baptist Church where she served in many ministries. She taught Sunday school, served on the building committee and missions promoting Christian literacy.
Left to cherish her memory are her beloved husband of 67 years, Dr. Louis Monroe; her son, Johnye Monroe, his wife, Jo Ann, son, Randy Monroe; granddaughter, Elizabeth Monroe Hill, who she raised as a daughter, her husband, Greg; beloved grandchildren, Michael Monroe, his wife, Bobbie Jo; Laura Monroe, Robert Monroe, and April Monroe; and her three great-grandchildren, Monroe Hill, Hannah Monroe, and Marshal Hill.
Her family praises God for her life which will be celebrated at a visitation at Peninsula Funeral Home on Thursday, Nov. 12, from 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Her memorial service will be held at West Hampton Baptist Church on Friday, Nov. 13, at 11 a.m.
In Lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the West Hampton Baptist Church Building Fund. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Frances Monroe
Terry and Shelia Plank
November 12, 2009
John and family
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this time of your loss. Joy was a gracious, lovely lady and we are blessed to have known her.
Love Terry and Shelia
Judy Fernald
November 11, 2009
Please accept our deepest sympathy in the loss of Mrs. Monroe. She was such a wonderful neighbor to Tom's Mother. She was always friendly and kind when we visited. May God comfort you with His love, grace, and peace. Loving thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Judy and Tom Fernald
BJ Monroe
November 11, 2009
My heart goes out to all of you and I wish that I could be there at this time. Grandmother was a beautiful woman in every way and always made me feel a part of the family. She will be greatly missed by us all but I look forward to the day that we are reunited at our Father's side.
November 11, 2009
Mr. Monroe, Michael and Elizabeth,
I am so sorry to hear abouth the passing of your wife and grandmother. She was truly a beautiful person and will be missed. I will continue to pray for your comfort in the days to come. Love, Stephanie Lucido Thorne
Nancy Hill
November 10, 2009
TO THE FAMILY OF MRS.MONROE,
Your Mother and Father have always
been a pleasure when coming to our office, Mrs.Monroe will be sadly missed. I enjoyed giving them "chocolates". Sincerely,
Nancy-Family Practice of Hampton Roads
Julie and Howard Eckstein
November 10, 2009
Dear Liza, Rob, Randy, Laura, Mr. Monroe, and the Monroe family,
I am so sorry to hear of Mrs. Monroe's passing. She was a lovely woman and she will be missed.
Allen Klaugh
November 9, 2009
I'm sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Monroe family. Allen's Lawn Care
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