Paulding in Paulding County, Ohio — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
Herb Monroe and His Wife Millie
Herb Monroe and his wife Millie moved from central Ohio to Paulding in 1941 for him to take the job as manager of Paulding-Putnam Rural Electric Cooperative. Despite their intention then to only stay in northwest Ohio for a few years, Herb and Millie raised their family here and lived out the rest of their lives in Paulding until Millie's passing in 1997 at the age of 81 and Herb's in 2011 at the age of 98.
As manager of Paulding-Putnam for 37 years, Herb was a pioneer in bringing electricity to many farm families in the area. A friend to all, Herb maintained his cheerful disposition despite experiencing several hardships throughout his life. He navigated these streets with true christian humility, a sense of humor, and a servant's heart. He participated in many local activities, always with great commitment and joy. His ability to recall names and details about people endeared him to everyone. By shining a light on others, Herb experienced true happiness and peace in his life, he always said, "I am too blessed to be distressed!"
Herb Monroe was the friendly face of Paulding for 70 years. He will be remembered for his loyalty to this village and its people.
Erected by Fessel Jewelers.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Industry & Commerce • Parks & Recreational Areas. A significant historical year for this entry is 1941.
Location. 41° 8.32′ N, 84° 34.79′ W. Marker is in Paulding, Ohio, in Paulding County. Marker is on East Jackson Street just west of North Main Street, on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 114 E Jackson St, Paulding OH 45879, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 8 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Paulding County Veterans Memorial (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Paulding County (about 500 feet away); Paulding County Carnegie Library (approx. 0.2 miles away); The Last Existing Well (approx. half a mile away); The Reservoir War (approx. 5.6 miles away); New Rochester (approx. 6˝ miles away); Miami-Erie and Wabash-Erie Canals (approx. 7˝ miles away); Forder Bridge (approx. 7˝ miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Paulding.
Credits. This page was last revised on May 17, 2023. It was originally submitted on February 25, 2021, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. This page has been viewed 200 times since then and 35 times this year. Last updated on May 17, 2023, by Bradley Owen of Morgantown, West Virginia. Photos: 1. submitted on February 25, 2021, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. 2. submitted on November 9, 2021, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. 3. submitted on February 25, 2021, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. • J. Makali Bruton was the editor who published this page.