Date of Death: August 22, 2024
Service Details
A memorial service will be held Sunday, September 22, 2024 at 1pm at First Presbyterian Church of Three Rivers/Centreville, 320 N. Main St., Three Rivers, with Michael Northrop officiating. A celebration of life will be held following the service.
Obituary Notice
Jeffrey Fosdick Monroe, age 72, passed away on August 22, 2024 of a cardiac arrest. A son and brother, the middle of three siblings – along with Thomas Jr. (Linda) Monroe and Cynthia (Wayne) Bartell. Born and raised in Three Rivers, Michigan – he later became a husband and then a father to three beautiful, intelligent, and accomplished girls: Helena Monroe, Patricia (Nathan) Thorp and Jeannie Monroe; as well as an uncle to T.O. and Linda’s children, Thomas (Katelyn) Monroe and Jackie (Tim) Callan, and Cindy and Wayne’s sons, Andrew Bartell and Brian Bartell. Most recently, he became a grandfather to Palmer and Pepper (Thorp).
Like his father and two siblings, he was educated on the banks of the Red Cedar – graduating from Michigan State University in 1974. An engineer by trade, Jeffrey started his career at American Air Filter in St. Louis, MO – before joining his father and brother as a salesman for the family founded Johnson Corporation. Upon his return to Michigan, he settled in Portage – where he built one of the first homes in Woodbridge Hills on The Moors Golf Course.
Although often used as an excuse to get off the phone, Jeffrey loved making sure his yard was well mowed and the bushes were trimmed. Once the yard work was complete, he loved spending the rest of his afternoon with his buddies on the golf course. Men’s league at The Moors was his second home. Jeff was also an avid Spartan fan and as a season ticket holder, he could be found every fall at Spartan Stadium and at the Breslin Center in the winter. Jeffrey truly bled green and white and never missed an opportunity to shout the GO GREEN GO WHITE cheer in any and all locations.
Jeff was a wonderful father and truly enjoyed being a girl dad. He was always very involved as a coach of their teams or as a proud dad in the stands/auditorium. He also loved being able to help all of his daughters with their studies, even through college, especially with math and science.
As Helena, Patricia and Jeannie grew up, he continued to support them through their careers, moves, surgeries (he never missed those) and relationships. When Jeff became a grandfather to Patricia’s daughters, Palmer and Pepper, he seamlessly jumped back into the role he had been playing so well with his daughters.
As Michigan winters came, Jeffrey enjoyed escaping south. He became a snowbird and loved seeing family and friends and continuing to perfect his golf game.
Jeffrey was so charismatic and could always light up a room. He is irreplaceable and will be missed beyond measure.
Additional Information
Donations in Jeff’s memory may be directed to the KZOO Spartans Endowment Fund. Envelopes will be available at Hohner Funeral Home and at the church.
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To the Monroe Family, so sorry about Jeff’s passing. We have so many past memories. . It’s been a long time since we connected. We always remember the Spartan connection. Thoughts and prayers to you all. Sorry due to Covid issues we are unable to attend.
We are so sorry to hear that Jeff passed. Our daughter spent so many great times with your family. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
Jeff was such a great Spartan and person. He will be missed. On behalf of the MSU family, condolences.
Tommy and Cindy,
Memories surface of fun times with you guys. Thoughts of Jeff will always be there.
Love to you,
John Wright
So saddened to learn of Jeff’s passing. I have many fond memories of Jeff in our high school years. We had many fun times at Fisher lake & hanging out with all our friends. My sincere condolences to all that loved him.
So much love to the Monroe family, my sincere and deepest condolences 💐 to your family and all experiencing this loss . I have such great memories of growing up around your family and Jeff will forever be a part of all the lives he has touched. Im so very sorry and sending hugs and prayers to you all ❤️
My sincere Condolences to the Monroe family. Jeffrey was a delight to know and will be missed, especially cheering on his beloved Spartans. Helena, Patricia and Jeanie, cherish the memories you have had with your dad. May he rest in peace……..🌹
So sorry to hear of Jeff’s passing. Sending love and prayers to Jeannie and her family in this time of sorrow
I am sadly shocked to hear of Jeffs passing. We were friends in grade school and junior high until our family moved in 1966.
Jeff was a great athlete and a fun person on some of the teams we played on together. He gave me a funny nickname, which I was called on the teams.
Rest eternally at peace, old friend, and know you have lived a great life !
My deepest condolences to the family. My entire childhood was a fun interaction with Jeff. From basketball and football in grade school rivalry, to teammates in high school we had a load of fun .Rest in peace you Knight, Wildcat and Spartan.
I am sad and shocked of Jeff’s passing.
Growing up my family were good friends with the family and I had the pleasure of spending time with the family and fond memories remain to this day!
Jeff was such a kind and caring person and will be truly missed!
Thoughts and prayers Tom Jr and Linda, Cindy and the girls 🙏
May you rest in peace Jeff,
With love, Gail Boughton Brady
My heart goes out to the entire Monroe family. Jeff was someone special that was loved by many. Our friendship just recently rekindled after many years and I will miss our stories, lies and laughter that we shared every time we saw each other. May God Bless Jeff and his family.
My deepest condolences to Jeff’s family. Since hearing about his passing my memories of him and all the good times at TRHS and Fisher Lake have made me smile. He was so full of life and a good friend. Rest in peace Jeff you will be missed by many.