THOMAS MONTGOMERY Obituary

Montgomery, Dr. Thomas Matthew, Ph.D, died unexpectedly in his home in Lake Elsinore on March 12, 2012. He was born Dec. 30, 1942 in Delaware, OK. He was the son of Thomas Francis Montgomery and Ellen Grace (Whelan) Montgomery.

In his early years he attended schools in Utah, Oklahoma and New Mexico. He attended college at Highlands University, Las Vegas, New Mexico and the University of Tulsa, Oklahoma, the University of California, Irvine and Glenn University, Dublin, Ireland.

He was a brokerage mgr for John Hancock Life Ins. Co.; managing editor Renown Publications, publishing director American Public Health Foundation, program administrator Life Plus Martin Luther Hospital, president Montgomery Counseling Associations. For the last 35 years he worked in the field of alcohol and drug recovery. He authored Ennobled Blood: The Heiresses of Monkstown Castle; Naltrexone: Pulling Back the Curtain and contributed articles to various professional journals. He was a founding member of the Task Force on Alcohol and Drug Abuse for the Disabled; on the board of directors for Mid Valley Community Police Council; fellow American Public Health Foundation; member National Association Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors, International Association Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors, California Assocation Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors.

He enjoyed theater, history, chess, hiking, swimming and poetry.

He is survived by his daughter, Laura Diane Montgomery and son, Ray Hunter Montgomery of the home and step-son, Mark Brown, Dallas, TX.; grandson, Karl Abbey, Atlanta, Georgia; four sisters, Gertrude (Trudy) Tucson, Arizona, Iris D. Longenbaugh, Juneau, Alaska, Amabel (Sandy) Poulson and Catherine (Cathy) Bagley of Sitka, Alaska, the Duthie family of New Zealand and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his lifelong partner N.D. Miller, parents and two brothers, Timothy Sears Montgomery and Mark Milton (Chuck) Montgomery.

Thom dedicated his life to helping others and giving them a stronger life foundation. A viewing will be held on March 23rd. 8:30AM to 12:30PM and services at 1PM at Holy Cross Mortuary, 5835 W. Slauson Ave. Culver City, CA. A reception will follow the service. In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made to a favorite charity.

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Published by Orange County Register on Mar. 21, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for THOMAS MONTGOMERY

13 Entries

Max Chevers

March 15, 2019

It is difficult to accept that it is seven years since Thom's passing. He loved his research into family history and it is such a pity his premature death prevented him from seeing my long awaited book's appearance in December 2016. He and Nat continue to be greatly missed.

Melinda Lopez

July 11, 2017

I didn't know Thomas, but I will be forever grateful for this Beautiful gift he has given so many. You have opened my eyes and have enhanced my life through your endless work. God Bless you Thomas and may you rest in peace,

2012 Torrevieja, Spain

Max Chevers

March 14, 2013

To Laurie and Ray,

Thom is not forgotten- his anniversary was remembered on 12th March, and Nat remains fresh in my memory. It is hard to believe that is seven years in June since Nat's death and a year since Thom passed away.
It is good to know that their places of burial is close together.

Sandra Burbank

March 13, 2013

I just learned of Thom Montgomery's passing. Thom contributed a very scholarly body of work, "Shivers Family: Chronicles and Connections" to the world and especially family researchers. He was very generous in allowing his research to be used on various genealogy websites with free access. I corresponded by email with him a bit a few years ago. I'll always remember that contact and his words to me.

April 13, 2012

Hi Laura,
I am contactable on skype, but we return to Spain early Sunday morning, where my internet speed is too low. Thom and I were very close, and there were lots of emails exchanged in February. If you have a phone number I can call today or tomorrow. Thom confirmed his phone number and we would have spoken the first weekend after 15th March, when we returned to the U.K. I cannot tell you how much I will miss him. I am happy to share my recollections with you at any time.
With best regards,
C's KC (California's Killyan cousin)started with Nathan, then Thom,
Max

Laura Montgomery

April 12, 2012

To my Dad, I miss you everyday. Thanks for being a great dad. I miss your strong voice, convictions, smile and hugs. Your forever grateful daughter Tumbleweed.

Thom, Micahel Forde, Nathan, Max

Max Chevers

March 30, 2012

Thom was the very best of friends, and I will feel the loss of his passing greatly. He made a huge contribution to family research and was very knowledgeable indeed. May he rest in peace.

Darren Marting

March 29, 2012

A truly fine man, representing what we should all strive to be.

cathy bagley

March 28, 2012

No one could have asked for a better brother. He was an adventure wrapped up in lots of laughs! Oh how we'll miss him.

March 27, 2012

Thom was my counselor and good friend. He will be greatly missed.

Tom Hunter

L B

March 21, 2012

Thom was one a greatest men that I have ever known, one of very few that I feel really understood me, he was a huge part in saving my life. I will forever be grateful.

L B

March 21, 2012

Thom was one a greatest men that I have ever known, one of very few that I feel really understood me, he was a huge part in saving my life. I will forever be grateful.

Karen

March 21, 2012

In our hearts, Thom will live forever. He was our guiding light, our Angel, and our "hero". He gave us life and saved our lives. We are resolved to live the legacy of his teachings. Karen and Family

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