Justin Lars Monks, 41, of Fayetteville, Tennessee, passed away on Feb. 6, 2025, at Southern Tennessee Regional Health System in Pulaski, Tennessee.

Born on Jan. 30, 1984, in Nashville, Tennessee, Justin was a graduate of Lincoln County High School, attended Park City Baptist Church, and was a member of Lincoln Baptist Church. He had a deep love for the outdoors and was an avid hunter, always finding peace and joy in nature. With a warm spirit and a fun-loving personality, Justin brought laughter and light to those around him. Above all, he was a father who cherished his children with all his heart.

Justin is survived by his father, George Monks; children, Hunter Monks, Mylee Monks, and Bella Monks; brothers, Garrett Monks and Ryan Carter; and maternal grandmother, Roberta Lunn; nieces and nephews, Payton Monks, Kyler Monks, Carolina Monks, and Winsley Monks; uncle, Tommy Monks; aunts, Judy Hammons, Connie West, Debbie McCool, and Cathy Lunn; and numerous cousins. He is preceded in death by his mother, Gina Lunn Carter; son, Adam Lane Monks; paternal grandparents, Thomas Monks Sr. and Glendon Monks; and his maternal grandfather, Robert Lunn.

A graveside service was held Monday Feb. 10, 2025, at Pleasant Grove Cemetery with Bro. Ian Bloxham officiating.

Higgins Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Justin Lars Monks.