Robert Condie Monson

Robert Condie Monson left mortality on July 15, 2025, in Salt Lake City, Utah from complications of Amyloidosis.

He was born on October 11, 1932, to G. Spencer Monson and Gladys Condie. He was born, lived, and died in Salt Lake City. He was the third of 6 children and has a surviving sister.

He graduated from West High School at the age of 16 and started school at the University of Utah. He received his draft notice in 1952 and entered the army where he served for two years in Korea. He was an outstanding soldier and was sent to the 9th Army Headquarters where he served in The Special Services. He planned athletic tournaments and other activities. He was asked by all of his commanding officers to join the regular army where he would continue with his excellent work, but he wanted to come home. He served valiantly and with courage.

Shortly after his return home he met Laura Kearl at a ward activity and a lifetime of devotion began. They were sealed in the Salt Lake Temple on August 16, 1955. In one month, they would have celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary.

They have 3 children, Karen (Steve) Davis, Robert (Mimi) Monson, Jackie (Greg) Matthews, and 11 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren. He loved each and every one of them and provided experiences to make their lives full and happy.

After marriage, he resumed his education at the “U” and graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business. His first employment was with Paul Larsen Plumbing. He used his accounting skills and developed a lifelong discipline. He then went to Hercules Powder Co. where he was transferred to New Jersey for 3 years and negotiated contracts to build graphite parts for Boeing Airlines.

Because of his kind, quiet nature, he was respected and successful in his career. He returned to Salt Lake where he continued working for 33 years. He retired at the age of 60 and went with his wife to Scotland on a mission. Missionary work has always been important to him. He served 2 stake missions and then with Laura, an inter-city mission in Salt Lake. When he did anything, it was with his whole soul and his church service reflected that. He was called to be Bishop of the Mount Olympus 12th Ward where he served with all of his heart. He was concerned about every member and found ways to help each and every one of them. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints was important to him. He loved the priesthood and honored it at all times.

He has always had a love of horses. His whole life was spent around them when it could be arranged. He was continuously buying, selling and showing horses. For 20 years he was deeply involved in the Quarter Horse Association. He was President of the Utah Chapter, Secretary for the Intermountain Region and Delegate to the National Association. He discontinued his involvement when he embarked on Church missionary service.

His life was centered around his cabin in Provo Canyon at Vivian Park. An entire lifetime was spent at the cabin. It was his refuge, his inspiration and his enduring love.

He is survived by Laura, his posterity, and his youngest sister, Barbara Flemming. His other 4 siblings proceeded him in death. He was deeply loved by all who knew him and will be deeply missed. He was bigger than life and leaves a legacy of faith and charity.

His funeral service will be held on Saturday July 26, 2025, at 1:00 pm, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 3862 E. Oakview Drive, Salt Lake City, Utah. A viewing will be held the night before at Larkin Mortuary, 260 E. South Temple Street, Salt Lake City, Utah, from 6:00-8:00 pm. A viewing will proceed the funeral service and will be from 11:30 am -12:30 pm. Interment will be at the Salt Lake City Cemetery close to his loved ones.

In lieu of flowers please donate to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Missionary Fund.