Donald Ray Montgomery
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Donald Ray Montgomery
59 a resident of Prairie Grove, Arkansas, went to be with his Lord on May 9, 2011 at Washington Regional Medical Center in Fayetteville, Arkansas. He was born February 22, 1952 in Dallas, Texas, the son of Ray and Mary Marie Birkner Montgomery.
He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Prairie Grove, Arkansas.
Don worked as a historian at the Washington State Park in Washington, Arkansas and the Prairie Grove Battlefield Park and was a member of the Arkansas Historical Society. Don served on the board of directors for the Prairie Grove Battlefield Park and was a member of the Prairie Grove Lions Club where he served as secretary for many years.
He was preceded in death by his mother.
Survivors include his wife, Cathy of the home; three children, Lauren Gage and her husband, Jim of Austin, Texas, Danielle Warner and her husband, David of Lincoln, Arkansas, and Frank Peck of Scranton, Pennsylvania; three grandchildren, Katie, Lexie and Sam Warner all of Lincoln, Arkansas; his father, Ray Montgomery of Hilltop Lakes, Texas; one sister, Sharon Carl also of Hilltop Lakes, Texas; niece, Margaret Metts and her husband, Adam of Normangee, Texas, nephew, Michael Carl of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; two great nephews, Adam Wax and Damon Byrum; one great niece, Ashley Wax; numerous uncles, aunts, and cousins.
Family will receive friends on Thursday, May 12, 2011 from 6:00-7:00 P.M. at Luginbuel Funeral Home in Prairie Grove, Arkansas.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, May 21, 2010 - 6:00 P.M. at the Prairie Grove Battlefield Park near the Borden House.
Memorials may be made to the Prairie Grove Battlefield Park 506 East Douglas Prairie Grove, Arkansas 72753 or the First Presbyterian Church P.O. Box 1127 Prairie Grove, Arkansas 72753.
59 a resident of Prairie Grove, Arkansas, went to be with his Lord on May 9, 2011 at Washington Regional Medical Center in Fayetteville, Arkansas. He was born February 22, 1952 in Dallas, Texas, the son of Ray and Mary Marie Birkner Montgomery.
He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Prairie Grove, Arkansas.
Don worked as a historian at the Washington State Park in Washington, Arkansas and the Prairie Grove Battlefield Park and was a member of the Arkansas Historical Society. Don served on the board of directors for the Prairie Grove Battlefield Park and was a member of the Prairie Grove Lions Club where he served as secretary for many years.
He was preceded in death by his mother.
Survivors include his wife, Cathy of the home; three children, Lauren Gage and her husband, Jim of Austin, Texas, Danielle Warner and her husband, David of Lincoln, Arkansas, and Frank Peck of Scranton, Pennsylvania; three grandchildren, Katie, Lexie and Sam Warner all of Lincoln, Arkansas; his father, Ray Montgomery of Hilltop Lakes, Texas; one sister, Sharon Carl also of Hilltop Lakes, Texas; niece, Margaret Metts and her husband, Adam of Normangee, Texas, nephew, Michael Carl of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; two great nephews, Adam Wax and Damon Byrum; one great niece, Ashley Wax; numerous uncles, aunts, and cousins.
Family will receive friends on Thursday, May 12, 2011 from 6:00-7:00 P.M. at Luginbuel Funeral Home in Prairie Grove, Arkansas.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, May 21, 2010 - 6:00 P.M. at the Prairie Grove Battlefield Park near the Borden House.
Memorials may be made to the Prairie Grove Battlefield Park 506 East Douglas Prairie Grove, Arkansas 72753 or the First Presbyterian Church P.O. Box 1127 Prairie Grove, Arkansas 72753.
Funeral Service
6:00 pm
Prairie Grove Battlefield Park near the Borden House.
Visitation
6:00 pm
Luginbuel Funeral Home in Prairie Grove, Arkansas
Final Resting Place
General
Feb 22, 1952
May 9, 2011
59
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Tributes
To a wonderful man who will be missed. Cathy, if you or Dani need me, just call and I'll be there for you. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Cathy Johnson - Friend
Don will be truly missed. Wishing your family love and peace during this difficult time. If you need anything, just call me.
Sara Vinson - Friend
I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. I HOPE TIME WILL HEAL THE HURT AND BRING PEACE QUICKLY. MY THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU.
Jackie Lake - Friend
So sorry to hear about Don. He has fought a hard battle these last many years and may he find rest in heaven. Cathy, I know you have fought along with him and we hope that you find peace and rest in your home and heart. God's Blessings
Larry & Lynda Bottoms - Church Friend
May God help you find peace in your heart now that Don is gone. He was so lucky to have you and you him. His love will live on in your heart. God's blessings upon you and your family.
Renee Durey - Friend
Don was at Prairie Grove while I was a grad student at the UofA. He didn't need to take time to talk to me, show me the battlefield or even take an interest in me--and I would not have been offended if he had not. But he did and I learned an awful lot from him, and I'm always grateful for his help and support. Don you will be sincerely missed. My condolences to the family. Folks like Don can never be replaced.
Terry Beckenbaugh - Friend
I had the wonderful opportunity to be at workshops with Don, do programs @ Historic Arkansas, with singing included; socialize, discuss and enjoy his company. He left a valuable legacy for Ar. State Parks and was always a kind and funny friend. My thoughts are with you, Mary Gillihan Ozark Folk Center State Park
Mary Gillihan - State Park Friend
Sorry to hear of your loss. I didn't know him that well but I do remember his folks, Ray and Marie from Strickler. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love, Barbara (Wyman) Griscom
Barbara Griscom - Friend
I knew Don very a very long time. He was always willing to go the extra mile when ask to do something. Hard working, easy going man that made me laugh often. I will miss him.
Alan "buz" Lowe - Friend
I have known Don for over 20 years and have to come to respect and admire him a great deal. He was a rare individual with a great passion for his work. The world will seem a little less bright and beautiful with his passing. You are in my prayers, my friend, God Bless you.
Vicki Trimble - State Park Family
Don and I started work with Arkansas State Parks at about the same time; he at Old Washington and me at Crater of Diamonds. We stayed in contact throughout our careers. He helped out several times with elderhostel programs at Devil's Den where I worked the last 24 years of my career. I will miss Don. Please accept my condolences.
Harry Harnish - Longtime Friend
I shall miss Don's cheery smile and his gentleness and kindliness. He was a giver in our society.
Bob Sigafoos - Good Friend
Don made a great contribution to Historic Washington State Park. As a fellow historian of Washington I have used alot of his research that has been very beneficial to the park and myself personally. He will be missed, but he has left a lasting legacy and impression upon this little town of Washington in the southwest corner of the state. God Bless!
Josh Williams - Historic Washington State Park
my deepest sympathies are with you and your family. Don was a good man and will greatly missed
Jackie Starr - Worked With At Park
We are so sorry for your loss. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with all the family during this time.
Randy & Linda Bradley - Friends
While I only met Don once or twice, I did know him through his historical research and articles. I was very grateful for the detailed research he compiled for Historic Washington and made available to later researchers like myself. His contributions to Arkansas history will be missed, but not as much as Don himself.
Mary L. Kwas - Arkansas Archeological Survey
Funeral Service
6:00 pm
Prairie Grove Battlefield Park near the Borden House.
Visitation
6:00 pm
Luginbuel Funeral Home in Prairie Grove, Arkansas
Final Resting Place
General
Feb 22, 1952
May 9, 2011
59
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