He joined the Navy out of high school and was stationed in Puerto Rico. After the military, he worked for General Service Administration (G.S.A.) for 23 years as a maintenance mechanic.
He was an avid shuffleboard player and also played golf until he couldn’t get around anymore. He loved betting on football games every football season.
He is survived by his father William Montgomery of Conway, Wife Sandra Montgomery of Little Rock, Son James Montgomery (Dina) of Florida, Daughter Pamela Hopkins (Jason) of Vilonia, Ar., Stepson Mike Greenwood (Tracy) of Bryant, Ar., 8 grandchildren, 1 great-grandchild, 4 brothers; Johnny Montgomery (Carol), Billy Montgomery (Linda), David Montgomery and Kelley Wyatt. He also has 1 sister Iva Gault (Ernie) and various nieces and nephews.
