Andrew Bernard Monroe

It is with saddened hearts the family of Andrew Bernard Monroe announce his passing on September 19, 2023 at the age of 57 years.

Andrew, “Andy” (to his family and coworkers), “Blue” (to his friends), grew up with his mom and dad and older brother moving around a lot, across the country, and so lived in many places. One of his fondest memories was enjoying playing on the basketball team in junior high; and dirt bike riding with his friends was his most favourite pastime.

He worked many jobs for his dad and became a cook at a young age. He developed an appreciation for good food and really enjoyed cooking for others. He later became a journeyman welder and took great pride in his work. He was a member of the Ironworkers’ Union Local 720 and lived by the motto, “I’m an ironworker, we don’t give up”, until the very end.

He was most proud of having his two sons and so happy to have two granddaughters. He was a well-grounded person and true to his old-school beliefs and hippie lifestyle. He wasn’t afraid to speak his mind, and when he saw a wrong, he stood up and spoke. To his friends, Blue showed many times his caring nature, helping them in any way he could, supporting their efforts to better their lives, whether it was financially, material means or coaching and motivating them to succeed.

His dream was to live a quiet, acreage lifestyle with his last love, Suzanne, growing the highest medical-grade cannabis, and waking up early every morning to go fishing.  He had an interest in learning to play harmonica and guitar, and to develop his singing. He had a great laugh and a-many of them which others enjoyed and commented on.

He enjoyed watching cartoons and movies, listening to Whiskey Blues, and creating abstract paintings and various artwork to gift to his friends. He loved colour, so would add colour to many pieces of art and furniture and was never shy about saying there should be more colour on something! He also loved animals, particularly dogs, and he absolutely treasured his “Bella”.

His dream was to leave a legacy behind to pass down to his two sons and granddaughters, but sadly his time was cut short before he could make it happen. He had many good business ideas which he wanted to start and dreamed of having an annual outdoor concert each year to bring people together and for a good time. He would have loved to go to Cuba for a holiday and to go visit his Mom in Quebec.

Andy is survived by his ex-wife, Margaret “Peggy” Brown; his children, Jesse Monroe, Nicolas (Justice) Monroe; his granddaughters, Mira (3 years old) and Mia (1 year old); his mom, Emma Leblanc; his dad, Bernard Monroe; brother, Daniel Monroe; and his girlfriend, Suzanne Brauti.

A private family visitation has been held with cremation to follow by Trinity Funeral Home. His cremated remains will be held in Suzanne’s care until a scattering at his chosen resting place. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Andy’s/Blue’s memory to https://www.givesendgo.com/Sue_Blue .

For those of us who cared for him, he leaves a lasting impression on our lives and in our hearts. We love you Blue, and we will never forget you!