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Everek “Ev” Frederick Monk, formerly of RR1 Elmwood, passed away at Hanover Care Centre, on Sunday, December 25, 2022. He was 80.
Born in Hanover, Ontario, on June 20, 1942, to the late Alfred and Wilma (nee Sachs) Monk. Ev worked at many different jobs and careers over his lifetime. Some may remember him from his years working at the Hanover Dairy, New Life Mills, a few years as a police office in Kitchener-Waterloo, and running a restaurant in Elmwood called Monk's Restaurant and ESSO. However, Ev was always a farmer at heart, and loved all animals. He had a a beef herd of Charolais cattle and enjoyed the hard work farming had to offer. Ev was married to the love of his life, Gail, for over 58 years, and they enjoyed their many years living together on the farm, and raising their family.
Survived by devoted wife Gail (nee Ruhl) Monk of RR1 Elmwood. Loved father of Steven (Janet) Monk of Shelburne and Glenn (Kim) Monk of Marl Lakes. Honourary Grandpa of 6 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. Dear brother of Murray (Rebecca) Monk of Hurkett, Doris (Larry) Milligan of Allan Park, Susan McDermott of Milton, and Kathleen (Doug) Monk-Hocking of Exeter. Brother-in-law of Brenda (Bruce) Kaufman of Hanover, and Vincent Ruhl of Alma. Dearly missed by his special fur babies Tower and Eiffie. Predeceased by his parents, step-mother Edna Schlotzhauer, brother-in-law Robert McDermott and sister in law Kelley (Vincent) Ruhl.
Visitation will be held at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Elmwood, on Friday, December 30, 2022, from 10-11:15 am, where a Funeral Service will follow 11:30 am. Pastor Catherine House officiating. Interment in Hanover Cemetery. For those unable to attend the service, it will be recorded and available to view within a few days following the service, posted on Ev’s obituary page on the funeral home website.
Memorial donations to the Parkinson Society or a charity of your choice would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy.
VIDEO: Slideshow Tribute Video
VIDEO: Visitation and Funeral Service - Friday, December 30, 2022
Hope you find peace and love through the strength of family and friends. Warm hugs Richard &Lynda Reger 💕
- Richard &Lynda RegerGail and family - very sorry to hear of Everek's passing. Thinking of you and hoping you can find comfort in shared memories. Sending our deepest condolences.
- Nadine & Michael SchwanstDear Gail and Family
My Deepest Sympathy to you on the passing of the Ev.
Gail, Steven, Glenn and families, we were so sorry to hear of Ev's passing. We send our sincere sympathy to your entire family. Keep your memories close and he will always be with you.
Murray, Doris, Susan and Kathleen and families please accept our sincere condolences to you al.
Gail and family:: Sincere condolences on the loss of your beloved husband and father. Sharon Burgess and family
Sorry to here about Ev's passing, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this very difficult time.
- Gloria JensenGail, my sincere sympathy on your loss of Ev. How fortunate we are that in our hearts we keep forever the memories of those we love and the time we shared together. Thinking of you in the days ahead.
- Darlene RhodyDear Gail, Steven, Glenn and families, so sad to hear of Ev's passing, he will be dearly missed. RIP kind friend.
- Jim & Yvonne WitzkeGail, Glenn and Steve...sending our thoughts, prayers and hugs to all of you in your loss of an amazing man. Cherish all those wonderful memories ❤️
- Janet Stephen, Bob Kaufman, Leanne KennedyGail and family, We are so sorry to hear about Ev, please know we are keeping all of you in our thoughts and prayers.
- Barb Kerr StevensonGary and I are so sorry to hear of the passing of Ev You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers
- Gary and Nancy CookWe are sending our deepest sympathies to you Gail and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
- Jane Brian HaackGail & Family
So sorry to hear of Ev's passing. Know we are thinking of you during this difficult time. Treasure your memories. Wayne & Delrene
Our deepest sympathy Gail & family. Our prayers are with you at this very sad time.
Warm hugs over the miles. Love 💕 Linda & Henry Brick ❤️♥️🤗🤗
Gail & Family , our prayers thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
- Alan & Joyce YardleyWe were so sorry to hear Ev passed away. Sending our thoughts and prayers. ❤️
- Jim & June GowanMy thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time
- Colleen MccullochDoris, I am truly sorry gor the loss of your brother. My condolences
- Eleanor (Rayworth) Roppel
