Charles Eldon Monk, 65, of St. Joseph, passed away Monday, March 8, 2021 at his home.
He was born August 28, 1955 in Savannah, Missouri, son of Norma & Aubrey Monk. He married Daveta Clinton Monk on January 26, 2001. He graduated from Savannah High School. Charles was a Truck Driver, working for several area trucking companies. He served in the US Navy during the Vietnam War. Charles enjoyed shooting pool and playing cards with his friend, and he was a member of Eagles Lodge. Charles was preceded in death by his parents, step-father, Kenny Seiter, brother, George Monk, and sister, Brenda Monk.
He is survived by children: Tabitha Milburn, George Monk, Charles Monk, Jr., Chris Wegenka, wife, Daveta Monk, brothers, Danny Monk, Billy Seiter, Gary (Brenda) Seiter, sister, Roma (Ken) Childress, sister-in-law, Peggy Monk, brother-in-law, Mike Monk, 11 grandchildren, and 4 great-grandchildren.
Charles will be cremated under the direction of the Rupp Funeral Home. A Celebration of Life will be from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Friday, March 26, 2021 at Rupp Funeral Home.
