Dean Monroe Jr.

Dean Monroe Jr. obituary, Gary, IN

Dean Monroe Jr.

Dean Monroe Jr. Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Apr. 9, 2025.
Dean Lee Monroe, Jr was born on November 15, 1973 in East Chicago, IN to Dean Lee, Sr. and Hestina Monroe.

He departed this life on Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at home.

Dean, Jr graduated from Lew Wallace High School in 1992. He enjoyed different sports at Lew Wallace such as wrestling and swimming. He also was awarded for his singing ability. After graduation, he attended automotive training in Houston, Texas. He over came his disability and worked on a plethora of occupations. But most of all, Dean could fix things - especially plumbing and construction projects. Dean, Jr liked fishing, biking, camping, bowling, hiking, and playing tables games. He was an all around great guy.

Dean Jr was married to the late Felicia Knight Monroe in 1993 and from this union Dean Lee Monroe lll was born. He also was blessed with three grandchildren. Everybody knew that he loved his family, especially his parents.

Dean Jr was also a minister in the First Jurisdiction of the Church of God In Christ, in Indiana. Dean was an armor bearer for his Pastor Douglas Thames at Cathedral Of Hope C.O.G.I.C.

He leaves to cherish his memories: His son Dean Lee Monroe lll; his parents Dean Lee, Sr. and Hestina Monroe; grandchildren Cali Pettus, Prince Monroe, Dean Lee Monroe lV; brother Nathaniel Monroe; two adopted brothers Darnell Jones-Monroe and Montell Mosley-Monroe; one adopted sister Daniell Jones-Monroe.

One aunt Deatrice Woods; five uncles Maurice Monroe; Cornell (Alice) Monroe; Dale (Diana) Monroe; Raymond Cole and Alvin Curtis. And a very special friend Willie Clinton. Also host of cousins, nephews, a niece and many, many friends.

All Services Saturday April 12,2025 Wake 9:30a.m. Funeral 11:00a.m. at Cathedral Of Hope C.O.G.I.C. 3941 E. 13th Ave Gary,In. Burial Fern Oak Cemetery Griffith,In

Professional Services Rendered by Powell Coleman Funeral Home.

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April 28, 2025

Catherine Campbell and Family posted to the memorial.

April 21, 2025

Deborah Gunter posted to the memorial.

April 14, 2025

Emily Gulley posted to the memorial.

Catherine Campbell and Family

April 28, 2025

Hestina and family you have our deepest sympathy just reading of your son´s return to God we will be praying for you and Dean´s entire family and friends . I think about you all the time fondly and remember all you have done for so many of our families in Gary and love y´all

Deborah Gunter

April 21, 2025

Dear, dear, dear Dean & Tina. I am so saddened to hear about the death of "Dean Jr." I have fond memories of this God-fearing young man whose ideas were enlightened.

Emily Gulley

April 14, 2025

I am so sorry of the loss of your loved one , Dean. I pray for your healing as you walk through the valley of grief.

Mary Grayson

April 12, 2025

I am so sorry for your loss.My sincere condolences to the family.

Wayne Thomas Sr.

April 12, 2025

God bless you, comfort you and strengthen you in your time of sorrow. Dean will surely be missed!

Gary

April 11, 2025

Rest up Dean! Love ya!

Minister PT Stallworth

April 11, 2025

Dean Monroe Jr., known to me as (Baby Dean). You exceeded all limitations that so many set for you. With God being your Co- Pilot, you exceeded and excel to the highest heights. As you know your parents were your greatest supporters, and their love for you was endless. You grew into an honorable man, husband and father. Now, as you venture off to your next plane of life with God you will excel once again, and your Spirit here on Earth will continue to live in the minds, hearts and souls of those who love and knew you. Minister PT Stallworth,

Shameckia meriweather

April 11, 2025

Thank you Mr Dean for hard around the daycare gone but not forgotten from Mrs Shameckia at watchchildcare

Tina Protho

April 11, 2025

God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Mr. & Mrs. Peeples

April 10, 2025

The love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Karen Hampton

April 9, 2025

My condolences to the family. You are blessed.

Kenya Taylor-Wash

April 9, 2025

My God-brother Dean was an all around great man with a beautiful heart. I will always remember the meal our families had together a few years back when I met your son and his family. You encouraged my oldest daughter to try a vegetable- okra! You are already missed and will forever be remembered.

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