NORWICH – Burton T. “Bud” Monroe, 71, of North Lamont Circle, Cortland, passed away on Saturday, Feb. 4, 2012 in the Cortland Regional Medical Center following a period of declining health.
Bud was born April 29, 1940 in Norwich, a son of the late Earl and Daisy Brazee Monroe.
He worked as a union construction worker for many years with the Local 589, retiring as a foreman.
Bud was active member and Elder, since 1979, of the Seven Valley Christian Church in McGraw.
“Grandpa” as he was known by to many, enjoyed being outdoors, cutting wood, a good meal and John Deere Tractors, but most of all he was happiest surrounded by his family, his church family and taking care of others. Even during his illness he never complained and wanted those around taken care of and cared for above himself.
Surviving is his loving wife of 51 years, Sandra M. Husted Monroe; a son, Dennis J. (Sherri) Monroe of Homer; daughter, Donna M. (Stuart) Ward of Homer; nine grandchildren, Jason, Tara, Laci, Sheriden, Carter, D.J., Dusti, Michael and Hannah; his seven great-grandchildren, Colbi, Aleigha, Jordan, Katelynn, Danielle, Brent and Hunter. Also surviving are his siblings, Leonard (Barbara) Monroe of Murphy, N.C.; Joyce (Bill) Niles of Guilford; Dorothy (Wilbur) Haynes of Bainbridge; Vivian Phillips of Norwich, and Earl (Donna) Monroe of Norwich; as well as several nieces, nephews, cousins, and many, many dear friends.
Services will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday at the Seven Valley Christian Church, 14 Spring St., McGraw, with Pastor Loyal Gallaher officiating.
Calling hours will be held at the Donald L. Barber Funeral Home, 5016 N. Main St., Homer on Tuesday evening from 5-8 p.m.
Memorial contributions in Mr. Monroe’s memory may be directed to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Donor Services, P.O. Box 4072, Pittsfield, MA 01202.
Memorial condolences for the family may also be left at www.DonaldLBarberFuneralHome.com.