In Loving Memory of “Jo” Jonita Monroe Sunrise: December 28, 1977~ Sunset: March 12, 2023 Macedonia Baptist Church Service: April 22, 2023 @ 11:00 710 S. Hamilton Pomona CA 91768 Pastor Lewis W. Young Jr. Officiant
Obituary Jonita Monroe (Jo) was a beautiful and loving soul who entered this world on Dec. 28, 1977. Jo was a very big hearted, hardworking, and supportive person whose essence is simply impossible to capture in just a few words. She was someone who always sought to understand others and provide support in any way that she could. She was someone who loved the comradery of family and friends, sharing laughs and celebrating the joys of life with them. She was someone who always fought for those who could not fight for themselves. She was someone who made a significant and memorable impact with anyone lucky enough to be blessed by her presence. Her innate nature to unite others worked its way into her everyday activities, interactions, and hobbies, ranging from music to her amazing 5-star meals. During the course of her life, she birthed 3 beautiful children whom she revolved her entire world around. She also extended her big heart and love of family to children in the foster care system. During the past 5 years, she has fostered 8 children, adopting 4 of them, and blessing them all with the same immeasurable love. Their safety and well-being was one of her biggest concerns. Jo always enjoyed having a good time, being surrounded by those she loved. She filled the room with joy, through jokes, unparalleled sarcasm, the most beautiful singing voice, and the loudest and most contagious laugh you have ever heard. These traits acted like a magnet that possessed the ability to unite others from all creeds of life, mixing crowds of people who would have otherwise never mingled. She ensured to make lasting memories and captured each moment with tons of pictures so she can always reflect back on the “good times”. Jo departed this earth on March 12, 2023. She is survived by her mother Adrienne Monroe, her sister Kiev Monroe-Johnson, her daughters Lanecia Mornay Monroe, Heavenly Rayne Monroe, Aaliyah Veigh Ford, and Jordin Falls; her sons Desmon Ford, Anthony Falls, and Carter Deleon Monroe. Jo was predeceased by her brother Rashaud Monroe and her father Robert Monroe. Jo has definitely left her mark in this world and on our hearts, that we will always cherish and never let go of.
Order of Service Processional ~ Family “Missing You” Brandy & Tamia Old New Testament Readings Deacon James Adams Prayer Sister Regina Brown Obituary Reading Jamala Orr Selection Sanctuary Choir Praise Dance Rachael Barnes Reflections (Limited to 2 mins per person) Acknowledgements LaToya Wells Selection “When You Hear of My Homegoing” Sister Deborah Barber, M.ed Remembering Jo Slide Show Selection Sanctuary Choir Eulogy Pastor Lewis W. Young Recessional “I Will Always Love You” Whitney Houston
Jo your infectious laugh I will miss the most. You were the glue that kept our family “turnups” going. Your love of family and quality time with loved ones will always be something I admire, Life will never be the same without you here. I will carry our memories all the days of my life. Until we meet again ~Cousin Trish I don’t know how to wrap my mind around this. I don’t know how to feel or what to think, but our Love and bond will remain imperishable. I love you Beautiful ~Dominic I will always love & miss you Auntie Rest Easy ~Sadie I love and miss you mommy, you’re the best cooker and best mom, ~Anthony I’ll always be here with you mom, I know you’re always on my side ~Jordin My Jo...My Sister/Cousin... You brought so much life to the world & to me personally. You showed me what love is with every encounter. I am forever grateful for all the memories & laughs we shared over the years. Thank you for just being you. Our bond was unbreakable & I will think of you daily. You are a part of who I am. My sarcasm has your name written all over it. ~Love you Forever & Even After That. ~Grits I love you Mom ~Aaliyah I love you and miss you so much and I am being good. ~Carter Mom I love and miss you dearly. Just know I have your kids forever & I’ll Cherish them as you did. Your Resilience Will Live on! ~Heavenly I love you Auntie. You’re now one of our special Angels. Now you’re home with the Lord, your Nephew, Brother, Dad, Aunts, Uncles, and Grandparents. Miss you Forever! ~Shylynn Thoughts Of You...... Jo
For the Love of My Sister "For the love of my sister My heart is filled with so much sorrow I can no longer just call her To see what we're doing tomorrow I miss you so much my sister More than words could ever convey This loss has left me broken Feels like I've lost my way You were my rock, Jo My backbone from day one You always made me laugh We always had too much fun Thousands of good times we shared They will live in my heart forevermore Rest in eternal peace my sister You can now spread your wings and soar And for the love of you I've changed my whole world Don't you worry sis, I have your boys and girls I will love them and raise them And strive to make you proud I will keep my promise to you And all the words that I vowed Your final address has changed As you now reside in Heaven I miss you beyond comprehension Please take care of my baby Devin I now have all of your babies And you now have mine My job ahead will not be easy But with prayer, everything will be fine God please give me the strength As I only pray for this Everything that I do now.. Its all for the love of my sis"
“Jo” We Will Remember You Always You’ll Be In Our Hearts and Memories Forever!
Acknowledgements We the family of Jonita Monroe would like to take this opportunity to thank you all for your prayers, phone calls, visits and any other act of kindness shown during this very difficult time. We will forever be grateful for your thoughtfulness 22939 Hawthorne Blvd. Suite 109 Torrance, California 90505 Office: 310.373.1222 ~ Fax: 310.373.1233 email: [email protected] www.cllynchmortuary.net