Roy Montgomery

MR. ROY MONTGOMERY of Lethbridge, beloved husband and best friend of Mrs. Colleen Montgomery, peacefully completed his time on Earth on April 19, 2012 at the age of 84 years. Roy will now join his daughters Kellie and Gail and son Alan, who left before him.

Roy was born in Moose Jaw on November 21, 1927, the son of Rev. & Mrs. Roy S. Montgomery. The family moved to Winnipeg, Manitoba and then to Selkirk, Manitoba. On February 10, 1951 Colleen and Roy were married at Westminster United Church in Winnipeg, where Roy's father participated in the Wedding Ceremony. Roy & Colleen were together for a wonderful 61 years.
In 1953, Roy joined the Administration of Haig Clinic and retired as Clinic Administrator in October of 1992.

Roy's life was centered around his family, his occupation and his interests in the local Lethbridge community. Roy's four children were born in Lethbridge and together with Colleen they were involved in many happy family times including boating, camping, fishing and numerous trips around Canada and the western United States. They considered themselves to be a very close and active family.

In retirement, Colleen and Roy became avid ""motor homers"" and visited many locations throughout Canada and western United States. They found San Diego to be their favorite ""wintering location."" In later years, they were happy to stay in Lethbridge, enjoying their home and family.

Besides his beloved wife Colleen, Roy is survived by his son Douglas (Jo-anne) Montgomery of Calgary, granddaughters Heather (Brian) Davis, Richelle Montgomery, Mallory Colleen VanSolkema and Carly VanSolkema all of Calgary, and Kendra Masonchuk of London, England; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and their families.

He was predeceased by his daughters Kellie and Gail, son Alan, sister Irene Cox, and brother Pat Montgomery.

A Private Family Service will be held at a later date.

Those who wish may make memorial donations to Lethbridge Humane Society, Lethbridge & District Humane Society, Box 783, Lethbridge, AB T1J 3Z6.

""Death is like an arrow that is already in flight and your life lasts only until it reaches you."" - George Hermes - 15-1831