Fred “Freddy” Montgomery was born October 16, 1949, and passed away October 1, 2026, at the age of 76.
Freddy was a loving family man, a friend to many, and someone who never met a stranger. He had a special gift for making people laugh, and lived by a philosophy of, “Always leave them laughing.”
Freddy was a storyteller, joke teller, and prankster. Wherever he went, you could count on Freddy to bring a smile, a laugh, or a good story. His sense of humor and joyful spirit will be remembered by everyone who had the pleasure of knowing him.
In the evenings after work, Freddy enjoyed taking his ride abouts to visit buddies. He spent weekends on the river or in the woods, bringing two cases of beer, one for the trip and one for when things went wrong. He was always willing to lend a helping hand and never hesitated to be there for someone who needed him.
Freddy was a proud classmate of the West Orange High School Class of 1968 in Orange, Texas. He loved his classmates and cherished the friendships and memories they shared throughout the years.
Above all, Freddy loved his family. They were a very important part of his life, and the love he shared with them will continue to live on in their hearts.
He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Barbara Montgomery; son, Jason Montgomery; sister, Pam Pugh; niece, Tammy Corbell and husband Nick; great nieces and nephews, Reid Fults and wife Alex, Kelsey Fults, Carlie Ford and husband Gentry, Malerie Corbell, Vincent Corbell, Jessica Garcia and husband Robert; great great nieces and nephews, Ryan, Reece, Peyton, Emmersyn, Owen, AJ, Robert Jr., and Isabella; adopted-in-loved grandchildren, Claire, Parker, Tanner, Ace, and Charlie Mae; and numerous lifetime friends.
He is preceded in death by father, Frederick Marvin Montgomery; mother, Mary Lou Massey; and niece, Sandra Schultz.
Family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m., Monday, October 5, 2026, at First Baptist Church, 644 State Highway 272, Deweyville, Texas. Visitation will resume at 9:00 a.m. until the time of the funeral service at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at First Baptist Church, 644 State Highway 272, Deweyville, Texas. Rev. Damon Bickham will be officiating. Interment to follow at Smith Cemetery, Starks, Louisiana.
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