Monte J. Saunders age 77 of Teaneck formerly of Freeport, NY died Wednesday, April 24, 2013. Beloved husband of June (nee) Lopez. Devoted father of Christine and Kimberly Saunders. Monte’s warm heart and loving personality will always be cherished by his many loving family members and friends. For over 35 years, Monte served as a Parole Officer for the State of New York. A highly decorated officer, he was awarded the Medal of Valor from New York State in 1984. He also spent over 30 years devoting himself as a counselor at the West Bergen Mental Health Care Center. Before embarking on his career, he served as a Military Police Officer in the US Army and later graduated from Long Island University. Family and friends are invited to visit Monday 10-11 AM at the Volk Leber Funeral Home, 789 Teaneck Rd., Teaneck. A service will commence at 11 AM. Entombment to follow at St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Hackensack