of Richmond, KY
May 24, 1928 - November 20, 2016
Monroe C. Barrett, 88, of Richmond, Kentucky, passed away Sunday, November 20, 2016, in Lexington, Kentucky. He was born May 24, 1928 in Bono, Arkansas, the youngest child and only son of Marzee Cate Barrett and Sophia (Mengers) Barrett.
Mr. Barrett was a graduate of the University of Arkansas College of Engineering and spent his entire professional career working in design and testing for International Harvester, which later became Case IH. His work in the cotton division took him all over the world. He was highly respected within his profession and was a sought-after consultant following his retirement. Mr. Barrett was a US Army veteran, having served at the US Army Engineering Test Center in Ft. Belvoir, Virginia.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Survivors include his wife, Emily (Toni) of the home; son, Charles and wife Ginger of Ft Walton Beach, Florida and Fayetteville, Arkansas; daughter, Jane Barrett of Clarksville, Arkansas; sisters, Sarah Barrett Watkins of Jonesboro, Mary Barrett Dunn of Memphis, Tennessee; nephew, Bobby Dunn and wife Vickie of Memphis, Tennessee; and great niece, Katie Dunn of Memphis, Tennessee.
Visitation will be held at 10:00 AM, Saturday, November 26, 2016 At Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home, Jonesboro, with chapel service to follow at 11:00 AM. Burial will follow at Oaklawn (Woodlawn) Cemetery.
Lasting memorials can be made to the American Cancer Society, 901 N. University Ave, Little Rock, AR., 72207.
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Patricia Menefee
Wednesday, December 21, 2016
Even though we weren't mentioned in Monroe's obituary he also has a Step Son, Step Daughter-in-Law and a Step Granddaughter. Our names are Shawn, Patty and Hallie Menefee, Shawn is from Toni's first marriage. After finding this obituary on the web, I wanted to post how devastated we are by loosing our Father/Grandfather. Monroe was deeply loved and will always be missed. We feel very privileged to have loved and been loved by him. He will always be our daughters Poppy.He was a wonderful father and Grandfather. We have so many wonderful memories. We love you Monroe and you will never be forgotten. Looking forward to being with you in Heaven.
Don Watt
Thursday, December 8, 2016
I was saddened to learn of Monroe's passing. We worked together in the Cotton Design Team in Hinsdale in the early 90's and remained friends since.
I will always remember Monroe as the perfect Southern Gentleman! He had a way about him which encouraged people to find their best. Personally he was an extremely resourceful engineer and he was always our "go to" man when we had difficult problem to solve, and he ALWAYS found a way to resolve the issue.
We have lost a tremendously resourceful engineer and a warm friend.
Frank Dupire
Thursday, December 8, 2016
Deepest condolences to Toni & the family on the passing of Monroe. I was deeply saddened to have recently learned of his death. I first met Monroe in 1995 when I started working in the Cotton Division in East Moline. Monroe and I spent many, many hours together as we traveled the US and Internationally "working" on Cotton Pickers. We shared a common interest in the belief that we developing the Best "Red" Picker. Monroe's extensive knowledge and experience was greatly valued by all who knew him. He will be greatly missed.
Kevin Richman
Monday, November 28, 2016
I am very sorry to hear of the passing of "one-row" Monroe this past week. He truly loved the red pickers and the team of us that developed them together over the past 30 years. We always saw pictures of test units from the 50s & 60s and were sure that Monroe was driving each and every one of them. Please know that he trained us well and he will be missed.
Earl Snyder
Monday, November 28, 2016
Sorry to hear of Monroe's passing. He was a long time friend and mentor. His passion and integrality in his work as honorable. He will be missed.
KennethBrown
Monday, November 28, 2016
I was sad to hear about your loss. I will always remember and be thankful for meeting Mr. Monroe Barrett. I met Mr. Barrett in Texas back in 1993 on a cotton farm where my dad and our family worked. Mr. Barrett was impressed with the work I was doing with cotton pickers and ask me if I would come to visit the East Moline Plant where they built cotton pickers. I told him that I couldn’t afford to pay for the trip at the time so he made arrangements to pay for my round trip ticket. I took the trip and needless to say I met a lot of great people and had a great visit of the plant. I was also surprised and not knowing that I was being recruited to work for Case IH at the time due to Mr. Barrett’s report back to his group leaders about our acquaintance. I accepted the offer three months later. I’ve been here at now called (CNH Industrial) for 23 years. I will always be thankful for what he has done for me. He will be dearly missed by all who knew him.
Gary A Zinser
Sunday, November 27, 2016
I will miss Monroe so much. He was a great mentor early in my career and was still giving me advice, and a little hell as recently as 1 1/2 yrs ago.
Lyle Mangen
Sunday, November 27, 2016
So sorry to hear of Monroe's passing, Toni. I was very fortunate to work and travel with him. Though we didn't always agree, I was blessed to call him my friend.
F. Lee Kenna
Thursday, November 24, 2016
Sorry to hear of Monroe's passing. He was a long time friend and co-worker. My condolences to Toni and the family.
Ronny Woitte
Thursday, November 24, 2016
So sorry to learn about Monroe, Toni he will be missed. I was fortunate to know you both you have my sympathy . Monroe always was a pleasure to be with in life.
Ron Woitte