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Dane Monroe Obituary
Dane, affectionately known as "The Bear", had lived in Durham for most of his life before moving to Middletown in 2009. He was employed at New Haven Savings Bank for many years. In his spare time, he enjoyed doing crossword puzzles in his "man shed". His friendly disposition and generous nature made him a friend to many. Dane was always willing to lend a hand or help someone in need and was the epitome of selflessness. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Besides his wife, he is survived by a son, Timothy S. Monroe and his wife, Hollen, of Middletown; as well as three daughters, Savanna Derosier, of Middletown; Victoria Derosier, of Middletown; and Amber Monroe, of East Windsor; and one granddaughter, Hannah-Lynn Goode. He is also survived by five brothers, Kerry Monroe, of Killingworth; Lance Monroe, of Higganum; Scott Monroe, of Middletown; Shawn Monroe, of Haddam; and Kyle Monroe, of East Haddam; as well as their wives and several nieces and nephews.
Dane was predeceased by a daughter, Tabbatha L. Derosier Monroe.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Dane's memory to Make A Wish Foundation, 126 Monroe Turnpike, Trumbull, CT 06611; or to American Heart Association, 5 Brookside Drive, Wallingford, CT 06492.
Graveside services will be private and at the convenience of the family.
Messages of condolence may be sent to the family at www.doolittlefuneralservice.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Dane Monroe
Carleen Casserino
February 19, 2014
We were all blessed to know Dane and the Monroe boys, especially in our early years. My Sincere Sympathy to the Monroe family.
Kyle Monroe
January 15, 2014
Good bye...............
Gail Kennedy Foreman
January 8, 2014
To the" Monroe boys" and their families, Memories of Dane, for the past 50 plus years will always bring a smile to my face.
Rest in peace ol'friend...
Karen Folsom Booker
January 7, 2014
I will never forget Dane's friendship and love. My thoughts and prayers to his family at this sad time.
sharon griffin
January 7, 2014
Amber and family,
you have my deepest sympathy and all my prayers...
January 6, 2014
Amber and family, I am so very sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Cindy Lafarier from Gaylord
Glen and Chantal
January 6, 2014
We are so sorry to lose our Uncle Dane, and our deepest condolences to Aunt Jesse, Tim and Hollen, Amber, Savanna, Vicky, Hannah and all of the uncles. He had a heart of gold and his family was truly what lit up his life. We'll keep him in our hearts, and CT will be a lot emptier without a 'Glenno' next time we're home. All our love to all the family and friends that knew him. You are not alone in missing him.
Debbie Golschneider
January 6, 2014
Jessie and family,
So sorry for your loss. Dane always had a smile when we would "cross paths". He was a special man.
Nancy Hall
January 5, 2014
To Jessie and family.
Very sorry for your loss.Deepest sympathy to all.
leroy & anne stanford
January 5, 2014
dear Jesse and family my prayers go out to you all at this difficult time. Life is just to short and may he always be in your hearts forever.
January 5, 2014
My husband Tom and I are so sorry to hear of Dane's passing. He will live forever in my heart as another brother to me. My thoughts and prayers are with Dane's wife and children and their families. Sending hugs to Kerry, Lance, Scott, Shawn, and Kyle....I pray that God fills you with his love and peace...Love and miss ya all..
Judy Folsom MacKinney
American Heart Association
January 4, 2014
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
Cindy Blackwell
January 4, 2014
To Jessie, children and the Monroe family, I am so sorry to hear of Dane's passing. My deepest sympathy and condolences.
Pete Fell
January 4, 2014
To Jessie and the Monroe family, I'm sorry for your great loss. All the memories I have with Dane-o (since '64) have come rushing back. I guess we have to hold those thoughts to help us through these painful days.
American Heart Association
January 3, 2014
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
Kurt Beal
January 3, 2014
To Jessie, Kerry, Lance and Scott,
Good friends and loved ones are never forgotten. My sincerest sympathy's to you and your families in your time of loss. May you be comforted in your time of grief.
January 3, 2014
Dear Jessie and children and all the Monroe cousins and their families, It was with great sadness and shock to hear about Dane. Sending prayers and condolences your way. He was a good guy and will be missed in our family. We do not see enough of each other. Stay strong and know that you are all loved. Darlene, Don, and family
Beverly (Stender) Boutillier
January 3, 2014
To Jessie and the Monroe family, I went to school with Dane, and my heart is sadden to hear of Dane's death. My sympathy to you and the family.
Heather Monroe
January 3, 2014
I can't even express my grief and great feeling of loss. I loved and honored Uncle Dane. He always knew just the right thing to say that,would help me to conjure up a smile. My deepest sympathies go to Aunt Jesse and the whole family. I pray that we can become a stronger family through these hard times. I will ALWAYS Be a Monroe! Through and through.
Please take time to think of those we love and cherish, the time we are blessed with their presence.
Love Heather Monroe
linda stickles- tencza
January 3, 2014
to Jessie and to dane's family and their kids, so sorry for your loss,i went to school with dane at coginchaugh high, and was friends with the brockett family.
Debbie Higgins Whittemore
January 2, 2014
To Jessie and all the Monroe cousins
You are in my thoughts and my heart is breaking for you. Dane was the cousin with a heart of gold. Although we don't see each other often, I care about you all very much.
Deb Monroe
January 2, 2014
Words can not begin to express the sadness we feel in our family at the loss of such a giving and caring man. Jess, Amber, Tim, Savanna, Vicky, Hannah,you have wonderful memories that you will treasure forever. You are blessed and lucky to have had Dane a part of your lives. God Bless.
Lisa Fortier
January 2, 2014
Dear Jessie and family, we are so very sad and sorry for your great loss. There are no words but you all are in our thoughts and prayers. Love to you and to the Monroe boys. Lisa and Robbie
January 2, 2014
To the Monroe family, sending our thoughts and prayers. We hope the memories will help you through this difficult time. Love, Ted, Donna, Mike, and Marc
January 2, 2014
kerry and family sorry to here of your brothers passing
bob leining rushville,in
Laurie Fell
January 2, 2014
Rest in peace Dane. You will be missed
Laurie Fell
January 2, 2014
Dane rest in peace big guy. I thank you for the great memories you shared with Peter myself and our children. You always tried to portray your self as this tough and gruff big guy but we all knew better. You are quite the special person to raise the family you did and will be missed by all. We will meet again some day and I will look forward to a big bear hug. In the meantime we are there for your family as they are some pretty special people. Till we meet again.
Colleen Devine
January 2, 2014
Dear Monroe's, so sorry for your loss. He was a great man and I'm blessed to have known him. He obviously did a great job raising his children...Amber is a great friend and person no doubt because of him! Thinking of you all during your time of need. Love, Colleen Devine
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