James Monroe

James Arthur Monroe, 73, passed away May 1, 2018 due to Cardiovascular Disease. He was the oldest of four children and was born on June 12, 1944 in Kikwit, Africa to the late Charles and Pearl Monroe.

He graduated from Central High School in Grand Junction. Went on to attended Mesa State College in Grand Junction CO and Colorado State University in Fort Collins, CO.

He was a Specialist Five, of the US Army having served as a Land Clearing Operator in Vietnam War from 1967-1969. He received The Bronze Star Medal for Meritorious Achievement in ground operations against hostile forces.

Jim had been self employed as a Mason and brick layer working mostly in the Aspen to Rifle area. He was very talented at creating his customers dream fireplace, swimming pool, tile floors and much more. Once a job was complete his customer became a close friend. The job was never complete until it was done perfectly. Upon retirement he was a driver for Colorado Mountain Express, where he worked for several years.

He loved the summer, where he could splash through the puddles while on an ATV ride with family and friends. Camping was another fun activity where his specialty was cooking sausage over the campfire. He also loved to cheer on the Denver Broncos at home or occasionally at the stadium.

Jim is survived by his sisters Sharon (Jim), Shirley, John (Tracy). His daughters Allie Daniel (Greg), Tonia Simpson (Mike) son Justin Monroe, grandchildren Dani Simpson, Britnee Daniel, Tyler Simpson, Brandon Rosado, Darian Monroe, Kamryn Monroe nieces and nephews.

Memorial Services will be held Monday, June 4, 2018 at 3pm at Veteran Memorial Cemetery in Grand Junction, CO.

In lieu of flowers please direct all donations in Jim’s name to gofundme/jimmonroe