Gary Lee Monk, age 66, of Midfield, Alabama passed away on Thursday August 8, 2019. Gary was born October 21, 1952. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Mary Monk; brothers, Don Monk and Wesley Monk. He is survived by his loving sisters, Mary Jo Goethe, Sylvia Cox and Faye Cox and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. Gary was a fun loving person who enjoyed spending time with his family and his dogs. He retired from the Social Security Administration after many years of service. He will be missed by everyone who knew and loved him. The family would like to express their gratitude to Gary's caretakers Sabon, Rhonda, William and Corey.
The family will receive friends on Saturday, August 10, 2019 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at Johns-Ridout's Mortuary-Elmwood Chapel Funeral Home, 800 Dennison Ave S.W., Birmingham, AL 35211, with a celebration of Gary's life following at 2:00 PM. Reverend Kenneth Mann officiating. Burial at Oakland Cemetery, 1300 Warrior Rd, Birmingham, Alabama 35218-3249.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.johnsridoutselmwoodchapel.com for the Monk family.