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Ronald “Ink” Monroe                  Send flowers

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Visitation: Friday January 30, 2026 from 4-7 pm at the Stofcheck-Ballinger Funeral Home in Richwood Add to Google Calendar

Ronald “Ink” Monroe, 86 of Richwood, died Friday morning January 23, 2026 at the Memorial Hospital in Marysville. He was born December 27, 1939 in Richwood to the late Harold and Dorothy (Fields) Monroe. He was also preceded in death by a brother, Richard “Dick” Monroe. Ink had been a barber and worked as a concrete finisher. In later years he drove school bus for North Union Schools. Ink was an avid sports fan, he could always be found talking about and rooting for the Buckeyes, Browns and Indians (yes, the Indians, not Guardians!). In his younger days, he helped coach Little League in Richwood and was commissioner of the league. Ink and Judy cherished their wintertime travel to Florida. He was a longtime member of the Marion Christian Center. He had taught marriage classes there for many years. Recently he and Judy had been attending Marysville Grace. Ink will be remembered by many in the community as a mentor. Surviving is his wife and partner, Judy Kay (Parish) Monroe, they were married June 12, 1960 at the Richwood First Baptist Church. Also surviving are their children, Jim (Rita) Monroe of Richwood, Tim (Tracey) Monroe of Marysville and Tami (Bill) Holloway of Hardeeville, South Carolina. Sister, Janet (Phil) Williams of Marion Grandchildren, Tai (Jason) Wills, Sarah (Chad) Whitson, Hannah (Eric) Pedersen, Chris (Shannon) Monroe, Justin (Sara) Monroe, Brian (Tabatha) Monroe, Steven (Cindy) Monroe, Cole Holloway and Kaley (Courtney) Hill Great grandkids, Layni and Lexi Wills, Kiley, Jackson, Piper Pedersen, Jayce, Jayden, Jerry Monroe, Jaycee, Ryleigh, Kasen Monroe, Greyson and Nash Monroe There will be a Gathering of Family and Friends on Friday January 30, 2026 from 4-7 pm at the Stofcheck-Ballinger Funeral Home in Richwood. Memorial gifts may be made to the Richwood Park, 153 North Franklin Street Richwood, Ohio 43344 Remembrances and Condolences may be expressed at www.stofcheck-ballinger.com. Directions to Stofcheck-Ballinger Funeral Home Florist Login

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Condolences       to #1 from: Jani and Virg Rankin   Sat, Jan 24, 2026 at 12:24 PM So sorry to hear this.  Ink was a very special man. Will be praying for your family in the coming days.                           #2 from: Rona Penix   Sat, Jan 24, 2026 at 12:51 PM My condolences to the Monroe family.Sorry to hear of Inks passing!God be with you all.🙏 #3 from: Tom and Ruby Gwynn   Sat, Jan 24, 2026 at 12:59 PM Judy, Janet,Tim and Jim you have our heartfelt condolences. He was a very nice guy and for people my age a true Richwood icon. #4 from: Traci Hoffman   Sat, Jan 24, 2026 at 1:00 PM My heartfelt condolences to the entire family. The memories I have go on and on, as to our dad's as softball coaches to the many nights spent at your house and the things we done that we never got caught doing, but I'm sure they're discussing now because eventually some things came out in conversation....lol and lastly as Inky was the boys bus driver. He was truly the best and always like another dad to me. May God wrap his arms around you all during this time of comfort and healing and the strength to carry on as he would have wanted in the coming days. Hugs 🤗❤️🩶 #5 from: Jennifer Leeper Nash Marion, OH Sat, Jan 24, 2026 at 1:40 PM Tracey & Tim....my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May God provide you strength and comfort in the days ahead. #6 from: Jim Blue Marysville Sat, Jan 24, 2026 at 1:54 PM Sorry to hear the news of Ink's passing, who was a community legend. I remember my haircuts at Ink and Jim's barbershop and lifting weights in the back room. My condolences to the family. #7 from: Joanie Chapman   Sat, Jan 24, 2026 at 1:55 PM Jimmy, Rita and family. I am sorry to hear of your loss. Prayers for all. Joanie & Tony Chapman #8 from: Jerry Moore   Sat, Jan 24, 2026 at 2:06 PM Ink was a very nice man and an asset to the community. Prayres to the family #9 from: Deanna Dixon   Sat, Jan 24, 2026 at 2:06 PM So sorry for your loss keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers God bless #10 from: Steve Whitaker Prospect Sat, Jan 24, 2026 at 2:26 PM So sorry Janet and family. I am praying for you all. #11 from: Marge Retterer McConnelsville Sat, Jan 24, 2026 at 2:28 PM Judy I was so sorry to hear about Ink! I think everyone liked an respected him! #12 from: Wendy Dew Ricwood Sat, Jan 24, 2026 at 2:36 PM Prayers and hugs to the family we are so very sorry for your loss. Wendy and Michael Dew #13 from: Jamie Clark   Sat, Jan 24, 2026 at 2:38 PM We are so very sorry to hear about the loss of Ink.  He was a great neighbor and friend.  He will be missed.  Our hearts and prayers are with Judy and his family. #14 from: Mike and Paula Longstreth   Sat, Jan 24, 2026 at 3:04 PM We sure will miss our friend.  We had a lot of fun together and made some Memories together. Great man and neighbor #15 from: Harold & Bonnie Green Marysville, Ohio Sat, Jan 24, 2026 at 3:06 PM Ink & Judy, were neighbors when I was young. I babysat for them. I remember Ink’s smile & warm personality, aways friendly. A man who loved Jesus! Harold worked for him in his Barber Shop & said that he never had a bad word to say to him. We are sorry that Ink is gone, but know he Is celebrating in God’s arms. Judy & family, you all have our condolences. #16 from: Jeff Webb Richwood Sat, Jan 24, 2026 at 3:15 PM On behalf of Pam and I we send our deepest condolences to Ink’s family and dear friends. I’ve personally so many wonderful memories of this Loving man and more importantly brother in Christ. My life has certainly been blessed by Ink and Judy for pretty much my entire life. It’s always been so wonderful to sit at the kitchen table with Ink and Judy over a cup of coffee and visit in these past few years. Our hearts certainly share in the grief of his passing, but praise be to God I have peace knowing where his eternal home is. Hold tight to all those precious memories. Never stop sharing those Ink stories. We’re be praying for you all during this difficult time. Sincerely Jeff and Pam Webb #17 from: Sabrina Pierce Kenton Sat, Jan 24, 2026 at 3:22 PM Judy and the family so sorry for your loss Ink was a great man and a great man of God. God Bless you all I will keep you in my prayers #18 from: Sharon and Don Kaspari Crystal Lake, IL Sat, Jan 24, 2026 at 3:37 PM Judy,Jim,Tim,Tami,and Janet we are praying that the peace of God will be with you at this time.  So many memories of growing up with all the Monroe cousins. We had such good times and were so blessed to be a part of each others lives.  As our cousin once told me: "Memories are the roses in winter". We all have special memories of Ink. #19 from: Susie Leeper Marion, Oh Sat, Jan 24, 2026 at 3:56 PM Another friend has gone to heaven. Our mothers never forgot the time when when we were little kids. Ink and I traded chewing gum. #20 from: Kay Watterson Walters Richwood Sat, Jan 24, 2026 at 4:07 PM So sorry for your loss. Ink was a special man. #21 from: Connie & Bob Hill Nolensville, TN Sat, Jan 24, 2026 at 4:36 PM Janet Sue, Judy & family,  So difficult for all, find comfort with one another.  You, the community, all have lost, a good guy.  Another Beatty Avenue kid gone, so sad. Connie & Bob Hill #22 from: Gregory McCloud Richwood Sat, Jan 24, 2026 at 5:42 PM From our family to Ink’s family, we pass along our deep heartfelt blessings and prayer. He was certainly a community leader. #23 from: Vonnie Wasserbeck 43302 Sat, Jan 24, 2026 at 5:43 PM Boy oh boy, so sorry to learn of Ink's passing.  He had the best laugh and was just special.  So, now he and Don will have alot to talk about!! He was special and will be missed. #24 from: Johna Nibert   Sat, Jan 24, 2026 at 5:48 PM So sorry to hear this. My most sincere condolences.prayers nd thoughts are with you. One of the Beatty Ave brats. #25 from: Bruce and Becky Beery Richwood Sat, Jan 24, 2026 at 6:13 PM Our deepest sympathy to all. May God wrap his loving arms around you and comfort you. Cherish all your fond memories. #26 from: Carol Schrote Prospect, Ohio Sat, Jan 24, 2026 at 7:55 PM See you later Ink. Love to all of your family. We will miss you so much! ❤️ #27 from: John and Kay Coder Marion,Ohio Sat, Jan 24, 2026 at 8:42 PM Judy and Family we are so sorry for your loss. So many fond memories of Ink growing up being neighbors and in later years.Rest in peace my friend. We remain, John and Kay #28 from: terry and barb kemp   Sat, Jan 24, 2026 at 8:58 PM our sincere sympathy to the family #29 from: Ben and Peggy Simmons Marion Sat, Jan 24, 2026 at 9:52 PM We were so sorry to hear . We spent much time together as families when we were younger. We also had the privilege of attending a marriage class they taught. Such fond memories of the entire family. Love you all ❤️🙏🏻😘 #30 from: Joanie Chapman   Sun, Jan 25, 2026 at 4:49 AM Jimmy, Rita and family. I am sorry to hear of your loss. Prayers for all. Joanie & Tony Chapman #31 from: Tom Guy & Gail DeGood-Guy  Richwood Sun, Jan 25, 2026 at 9:05 AM We are so very sorry for your family's loss. In my 1968 annual, he and Jim had the best advertisement! In part, "Get your advice from Ink & Jim".  Ink was a village icon.         #32 from: Dave and Deb Tevis Clayton Marion, Ohio Sun, Jan 25, 2026 at 3:48 PM Monroe Families, Dave and I want to extend our condolences. Anyone who knew both Ink and Jim were blessed to have them cut their hair and learn about daily life in the Richwood community. Thanks for sharing Ink with us over the many years. 🙏 #33 from: Doug & Lorie Patton 12021 Sanders Rd Richwood Sun, Jan 25, 2026 at 8:46 PM Sending our sincere condolences. Ink was one of a kind and will be missed. Prayers to all the family for comfort and healing. 🙏🏻🙏🏻 #34 from: Gerri and Roland Cicanese Wesley Chapel, Florida Mon, Jan 26, 2026 at 5:04 AM Judy and family, Gerri and I have many memories of times spent with you and Ink, Judy. She remembers him as an early playmate when Ink lived close to where Ink and Jim's barbershop was. That barbershop was pretty special, a place to catch up on everything happening in Richwood. We've lost yet another Class of '58 Tiger. Ink was truly special, a generous, compassionate gentleman. He'll be sorely missed by many. #35 from: Janet Blue  Dysert Richwood Mon, Jan 26, 2026 at 7:32 AM Judy and family, So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are sent your way. Take care. Janet #36 from: Steven Hicks Minnesota Mon, Jan 26, 2026 at 11:43 AM My deepest sympathies to you and your family. Wishing you comfort, peace, and strength in the days ahead. #37 from: Rodney Travis Centerville Ohio Mon, Jan 26, 2026 at 12:14 PM To the Monroe Family,, Sending condolences and prayers for healing the loss of Ink...May you all receive the strength of our Lord... #38 from: Charlotte Markley The Villages, FL Mon, Jan 26, 2026 at 4:21 PM The class of '58 has lost its president!  Ink was the best friend to all and worked hard for our class.  He always had a smile with an ornery grin and something funny to say and was always ready to give a helping hand. He will be missed! #39 from: Gene and Ruthie Jenkins Richwood, Ohio Mon, Jan 26, 2026 at 9:40 PM Tim, So sorry to hear about Ink.  I remember him from school days. A really nice guy that everyone liked. And a good athlete.  So, sorry Tim and family. We miss you on Landon Rd. You were a good neighbor. Our prayers are with you and the family. #40 from: Ted Travis & Frances Myers   Tue, Jan 27, 2026 at 11:27 AM Very sorry for your loss. #41 from: Joe Speyer   Tue, Jan 27, 2026 at 1:06 PM So sorry to read this news. Marty and I send our heartfelt condolences to you and your family. #42 from: Joe Speyer   Tue, Jan 27, 2026 at 4:31 PM So sorry to read this news. Marty and I send our heartfelt condolences to you and your family. #43 from: Marty Harrison Powell Ohio Tue, Jan 27, 2026 at 5:44 PM Dear Judy,Jim,Tim,and Tami I’m sorry for your loss of Ink bless you all and my prayers are with you all. #44 from: Pam Simpson   Tue, Jan 27, 2026 at 5:58 PM To all the families for your loss. This great man will be mist by many. #45 from: Gary Mannasmith Creston, Ohio Tue, Jan 27, 2026 at 8:22 PM Judy and family, so sorry to hear of Inks passing. He was a good one. Have many fond memories of Ink and the barbershop back in our youth.

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