Robert S. Munroe

Robert S. Munroe, 83, of Rehoboth, MA passed away peacefully at his residence under hospice care on August 5, 2024.  He was the husband of Susan C. (Cross) Munroe to whom he was married on January 24, 1962.

Born in Attleboro, MA on February 1, 1941, he was a son of the late Ralph G. Munroe and the late Jane (Hodges) Munroe.  He was a 1959 graduate of East Providence (RI) High School and attended the Stockbridge School of Agriculture.  He was a lifelong resident of Rehoboth, MA.

A carpenter by trade, Mr. Munroe worked as a ground's keeper and maintenance crew member at various banking institutions including People’s Bank, Shawmut Bank, Fleet Bank and Bank of America before retiring from Fisher College.

He was a founding member of the Rehoboth Baptist Church and, in younger years, was involved with the church youth choir and Sunday school program and in recent years held many positions, including Deacon, and youth activities.

Mr. Munroe had also served as a Massachusetts Wildlife Instructor which was a perfect role for him since he enjoyed hunting, fishing, hiking, backpacking and all outdoor activities.

In addition to his wife 62 years, he leaves his children: Karen J. Postle of Pawtucket, RI; Kathy J. Wilson of Greenfield, NH and Jeffrey R. Munroe of Mansfield. MA; 8 grandchildren; 7 great grandchildren; several nieces, nephews, extended family members and friends.

He was the brother of the late Elizabeth Koons, Ralph Munroe, Walter Munroe.

Services were held on Saturday, August 10, 2024, at the Rehoboth Baptist Church.

Burial will be in the Rehoboth Village Cemetery.

Memorial donations in his name and honor may be made to the Missions Fund at the Rehoboth Baptist Church, 123 Moulton Street, Rehoboth, MA. 02769.

To send the family a written expression of sympathy, please visit an online guest book at www.dyer-lakefuneralhome.com.
 
Arrangements are under the direction of the Dyer-Lake Funeral Home, 161 Commonwealth Avenue, Village of Attleboro Falls, North Attleboro. (508) 695-0200.