John D. Monroe, Jr, 69, of Granite City, IL died on Sunday, October 26, 2025 at Barnes Hospital in St. Louis, MO.

He was born on July 25, 1956 in East St. Louis, IL to John Monroe, Sr and Elnora (nee: Heinz) Monroe.

John married Brenda Hamm in Edwardsville, IL on July 26, 1996.

The loving husband and father retired from World Wide Technology in Edwardsville, IL as supervisor after 8 years of service. He enjoyed fishing and spending time with his family.

John is survived by his wife; a son, Timothy Swyear of Granite City; a sister, Katherine Monroe of Granite City; a nephew, Jim Monroe;  an aunt, Judy and many cousins.

Besides his parents, John is preceded in death by 4 brothers:  James Monroe, Mark Monroe, Danny Monroe and Harold Monroe and a sister, Pamela Monroe.

Memorials may be made to the family.

Professional services entrusted to the care of Wojstrom Funeral Home & Crematory in Granite City, IL.

Online guestbook and obituary available at www.wojstrom.com