Obituary of Leslie Monk
A resident of Chatham, formerly of Grande Pointe, Leslie (Les) Monk passed away peacefully, at the age of 94, with his loving family by his side on Saturday, November 2, 2024 at the Chatham-Kent Health Alliance.
He was the son of the late Wilfred & Isabel (nee Bartlett) Monk.
Leslie will be lovingly reunited with his wife of 69 years, Frances (Fran) Monk (November 7, 2023).
Forever loved by their children, Helen Bennett (Jamie), David Monk (Cody), Diane Rota (Michael) & Linda Lemon.
Grandpa of Eric Bennett (Megan), Rachel Bennett (Chad), Kaitlyn Rota (Masen), Nick Rota, Michael Lemon, & Jason Lemon.
Great-grandpa of Eleanor, Miles & Marlee.
Brother of the late Lillian Murphy (the late Cal), Shirley Morrison (the late Wilfred), the late Marion Pourquoi (the late Ken), Elsie Morrison (Archie) & Caroline Williams (John).
Brother-in-law of the late Murray Russchen & the late Larry Russchen.
Survived by sister-in-laws, Sonja Russchen & Ann Russchen.
Missed by many nieces & nephews.
Les retired from Siemans, formerly FRAM, after over 20 years of service. In his earlier years, Les apprenticed as a Millright and spent time as a Bread Man with Toastmaster & Canada Bread. He was an active member of New St. Andrews Presbyterian Church, Dover. Les enjoyed spending time in the yard, gardening & pruning his lawn, playing cards, doing puzzles and playing pool at the residence. Les is with the love of his life, Fran, and they will forever be missed by their family.
The family would like to extend their sincere appreciation to the 2nd Floor Inpatient Surgery staff and the 3rd Floor Palliative Care Staff of the Chatham-Kent Health Alliance for their tremendous care.
Family to receive friends on Friday, November 8, 2024 at the Funeral Home, 459 St. Clair Street, Chatham from 2:00 - 4:00 pm & 6:00 - 8:00 pm. A Funeral Service will take place on Saturday at 11:00 am at the Funeral Home. Burial to follow in Stewart Cemetery.
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In memory of Leslie, donations may be made to New St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Dover
Online condolences may be left for the family at www.mckinlayfuneralhome.com.
McKinlay Funeral Home
459 St. Clair Street, Chatham
519-351-2040
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