Joe Edward Monroe

Joe E. Monroe, age 84, of Church Hill, went to be with the Lord, on Sunday, November 29, 2015 at his home following a brief illness. He was a Veteran of the United States Army having proudly served his country during the Korean Conflict. He was a retiree of the Kingsport Press with 45 years of service. He pastored and ministered in the local area for 50+ years and founded the Church Hill Church of God. He was preceded in death by his son, Eddie Monroe; grandson, Chad Monroe; parents, Pete and Anna Bell Monroe; and sisters, Ethel Linkous and Jean Monroe. He is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Rita Jo Monroe; son, Jeffrey Monroe; granddaughter, Christy Robinson; sister, Evelyn Bradshaw; several nieces, nephews and a host of extended family and friends. The family will receive friends from 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm on Tuesday, December 1, 2015, at Soul's Harbor Church Hill Church of God located at 206 Old Union Rd. in Church Hill. Funeral services will begin at 5:00 pm with Dr. Dennis McGuire, Rev. Allen Jervey and Rev. Raymond Hammonds officiating. Special singing will be provided by Elijah Woods. A military graveside service will be held at 11:00 am on Wednesday, December 2, 2015 at Morning Star Cemetery with American Legion Hammond Post #3/265 conducting military honors. All those wishing to attend the graveside service are asked to meet at the cemetery by 10:50 am. Carter-Trent Funeral Home, Church Hill is serving the Monroe family. Carter-Trent Funeral Home in Church Hill is proudly serving the Monroe family.