It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Christopher Michael Montgomery, age 40, who departed from us on Friday, July 4, 2025, in San Antonio, Texas. Christopher was born on June 3, 1985, in Los Angeles, California, to Lilia V. Montgomery and Ardell Montgomery. He was christened at Missionary Baptist Church in Los Angeles, California, at three months old, and at the age of six, he gave his heart to Jesus and became a Christian at Crenshaw Christian Center, founded by Dr. Frederick K.C. Price.
From an early age, Christopher's intelligence and alertness were evident. He consistently achieved "A" Honor Roll status throughout his elementary, middle, and most of his high school years. After moving to San Antonio in 1992, he attended Olympia Elementary, Kitty Hawk Middle School, and Judson High School. He proudly graduated on May 31 from Eagle Academies of Texas and went on to study for two years at the University of Houston.
Christopher had a deep love for basketball. In his adult years, he discovered a passion for cooking and built a successful career as a chef. He contributed his culinary talents to esteemed restaurants such as P.F. Chang's, 50/50 Family Restaurant, The Hyatt Hotel Restaurant, Colonial Room in the Menger Hotel, and Tower of the Americas in San Antonio.
Christopher is preceded in death by his father, Ardell Montgomery, and grandparents, Lothan R. Raphael and Carmen Raphael.
He leaves behind a loving family to cherish his memory: his partner, Nicole Corona; son, Christopher, Jr.; mother, Lilia Montgomery; sister & brother in law Crystal & Donnie; brother, Cameron Montgomery; nieces, Lisa, Khloe, and Dakota; nephew, Caleb; uncles, Gilmore Raphael, Dr. Granville Raphael, Francisco and Janice Raphael, Reverend Eugenio Raphael, and Claudia and Mike Johnson; and sixteen cousins.
Honorary Pallbearers: Desmond Duncan, Desmond Knotts, Bruce Gross, Julian Scales, Bryan Kendrid, Jeff Saville and Dontaye Hines.
We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to all family and friends who have shown their immense love and support for Christopher. A special "hug" goes out to his childhood and high school friends who are standing by him during this difficult time. Thank you. A special thanks also to his partner, Nicole Corona, and our dear family and friends who have shown their unwavering support and love for us. Thank you and God bless you all.
A visitation for Christopher will be held from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., followed by a Funeral Service beginning at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, at Colonial Funeral Home, 625 Kitty Hawk Road, Universal City, TX 78148.
