About Monroe Abbey
Lived 1904 – 1993 (aged 89). Monroe Abbey was a Canadian lawyer.
Monroe Abbey, (May 30, 1904 – November 28, 1993)
He was married to Minnie Cummings, a member of a prominent family and whose brothers included Nathan Cummings and Maxwell Cummings. His daughter, Sheila Finestone, was a Member of Parliament and Senator.
In 1978, he was made a Member of the Order of Canada in recognition for being a "devoted community worker who has held office in every important Jewish organization in Montreal".
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Who was Monroe Abbey?
Canadian lawyer (1904–1993)
When was Monroe Abbey born?
Monroe Abbey was born on 30 May 1904 in Montreal.
When did Monroe Abbey die?
Monroe Abbey died on 28 November 1993.
What was Monroe Abbey's occupation?
Monroe Abbey was a lawyer.
What nationality was Monroe Abbey?
Monroe Abbey was Canadian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Monroe Abbey. https://biography.guide/monroe-abbey/
MLA: "Monroe Abbey." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/monroe-abbey/.
Chicago: "Monroe Abbey." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/monroe-abbey/.
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