Sue was born on July 3, 1943 in Sugar Land, Texas to the late John and Regina (Roberson) Loper. She graduated from John Foster Dulles High School in 1961 and went on to study English at Austin College in Sherman, Texas. She later received her Master’s Degree in Education from Texas Tech in Lubbock, Texas.
Sue moved to Midland, Texas in August of 1965, where she enjoyed the serendipity of West Texas and met the love of her life, Leonard Monroe. They married on April 9, 1966 in Sugar Land, Texas at the First Presbyterian Church. Their 59 years of marriage is a true testament to their love for each other.
Sue’s career included teaching for Midland ISD, and as an Educational Diagnostician for Mental Health Mental Retardation (MHMR) as well as Ector County ISD. Additionally, she owned and operated American Form, Inc, where she enjoyed being a member of the M-Squad through the Midland Chamber of Commerce. Sue and Leonard were members of First Baptist Church in Midland, Texas and attended Oakwood Church in New Braunfels, Texas.
Sue loved watching sports, whether in person or on TV. She especially loved watching her grandchildren participate in their various sports and activities. She recently enjoyed scrapbooking and card making, where she made new friends and often hosted them for craft exchanges at her house.
Many described Sue as spunky with a great sense of humor. She loved being with her family and her beloved yorkie dogs, laughing and sharing her life with them. She was a loving and caring wife, mother and friend.
Sue is survived by her husband Leonard, of New Braunfels; son David Monroe (Tammy) of Lindale; son Mark Monroe (Tami) of New Braunfels; grandchildren Alex Monroe, Kaitlyn Monroe, Hunter Monroe and Case Monroe. Sue had many cousins and friends who were like family to her.
The family would like extend a heartfelt thank you to Dr. Jairo Mello, for his exceptional care that extended her years while battling pulmonary hypertension. A special thank you also to Sandra Hernandez for her loving and tender care of the past 13 years.
Funeral services will take place Friday, July 19 at 1 PM at Oakwood Church in New Braunfels with the Reverend Steve Peace officiating. Burial will be Saturday, July 20 at 1 PM at Sunset Memorial in Odessa with a reception following. Pallbearers include Alex Monroe, Hunter Monroe, Case Monroe, Ray Leyba, Mark Negri, Chris Phillips and Ralph Nall.
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