James Morgan Montgomery's Obituary
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our beloved father, James Morgan Montgomery. Surrounded by his family, James passed away at his home in Manchester, October 10th, 2024 after a brief battle with cancer.
James was born July 29th, 1953 in Paintsville Kentucky and moved to Michigan as a child. He graduated from Chelsea High School in 1971 and joined the United States Air Force as an airplane mechanic. After his time in the Air Force, he worked as a lithograph coding operator until his retirement from Malloy lithographic. James was a large part of the Manchester community. He was a member of the Manchester Mens Club and served as president for a time, helping at the Manchester fireworks, Chicken Broil, Chili Cook Off and more. James was an avid pool player and enjoyed playing pool at The Village Tap and became a part of their league. James had a love for classic cars and owned his own ‘68 and ‘69 Chevelles and a ‘73 T Top Corvette, which he looked forward to driving around and taking to car shows once finished.
James will be lovingly remembered and missed by his children: Bridgette, Katrina, James, Kandice, Kamber and step son Ronnie; grandchildren: Alec, Rebekah, Kelsie, Sarah, Faith, Aiden, Kayahna, Kai and Jameson; great grandchildren: Aubrey, Esme and Royce; sister: Eula; as well as numerous relatives and friends.
He was predeceased by his loving fiance, Sony; parents: Hade and Vera; sister: Dorothy and brother: Charles.
Both viewing and funeral service will be held at the Eineder Funeral Homes Manchester Chapel, 267 East Duncan St. Manchester, MI 48158
Viewing: Thursday, October 17, 2024 from 4:00pm-8:00pm
Funeral service: Friday, October 18, 2024 at 11:00am-1pm with the procession leading to graveside at Brookside Cemetery in Tecumseh.
A celebration of James’ life will be held at The Village Tap following the burial on Friday, October 18, 2024 at 2pm
Memorial donations can be made at Eineder Funeral Homes Manchester Chapel.
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