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Samuel Montgomery Obituary

Samuel Henry Montgomery Eden-Samuel Henry Montgomery, age 71 of 320 East Meadow Road, Eden, passed away on Friday afternoon February 10, 2012 at Morehead Memorial Hospital. A graveside service will be held Monday 2pm, February 13th in Overlook Cemetery. Samuel was born September 2, 1940 in Rockingham County, NC to the late Walter L. and Virgie Dunn Montgomery. He was retired from Miller Brewing with 23 years as an Electrician. He enjoyed Bluegrass,Country and Gospel music and the fellowship at the Cascade Community Center in Cascade, VA. Surviving are his two sons, Richard Todd Montgomery and wife Rita of Cascade, VA, Gregory L. Montgomery of the home, one daughter Leigh Paige King of Eden, one brother Walter J. Montgomery and wife Joan of Eden, two sisters Carol M. Sharp and husband Gene of Eden, Margaret M. Shockley and friend Joe Hill of Eden, two Brothers-in-law Thomas E. Stowe of Eden and Pete Grogan of Reidsville, three grandchildren Meghan, Samuel and Layla, a special friend and his caregiver Sharon Mitchell and family. He is preceded in death by his wife Martha Rollins Montgomery, three sisters Ruby Stowe, Mildred Pruitt and Doris Grogan.

Visitation will Sunday evening February 12th at Fair Funeral Home 6 until 8pm and at other times at the home. In Lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the Rockingham County Humane Society: 205 Boone Rd. Eden, NC 27288. Online condolences can be made to www.fairfuneralhome.com

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Published by Danville and Rockingham County on Feb. 12, 2012.

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Dan Zook

February 12, 2012

Todd, we are thinking and praying for you and your family. I didn't know your Dad, but have heard so many fun and great things about him. May the memories strengthen you and may God comfort you. Dan & Theresa Zook

February 12, 2012

Todd, we are so sorry to hear of the death of your father.He was a good man and will surely be missed. We are praying that God will strengthen you in your time of need. You Rita, and Samuel and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. We love you, Marty and Mama Joyce

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