Monroe E. Mayer

Monroe E. “Monte” Mayer South Royalton, VT – Monroe E. Mayer (“Monte”) passed away, appropriately on Veteran’s Day, November 11, 2026, at the age of 98, joining his wife, Joan. Born and raised in New York City, as a teenager Monte volunteered early in World War II as a “night guard”, patrolling the streets of Manhattan for errant light during blackout periods. At age 18 he was inducted into the United States Army Air Force and active in operation “Paper Clip,” which recovered, studied and disseminated captured German research and plans. Upon discharge, Monte finished his high school education, then benefited from the G.I. Bill, attending New York University.Thereafter Monte enlisted in the United States Air Force, and in 1951 his 514th Troop Carrier Wing was activated for the Korean conflict. Upon his second honorable discharge, Monte returned to his education, graduating from New York University and the Brooklyn Law School.

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