Frederick Montmorency Obituary

Frederick Montmorency "Master Architect" Frederick Montmorency, 76, beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend, passed away Wednesday, October 11, 2006 surrounded by his family. Fred was born December 8, 1929 to Frederick L. and Sarah P. Fredericks Montmorency in Ogden, Utah. After graduating from the University of Utah School of Architecture, Fred began working for Ashton Evans and Brazier Architects in 1955, which later became Montmorency Hayes and Talbot, and is now known as MHTN. During his architectural career, he oversaw the completion of many office buildings, schools and other structures in several western states. Some of these include the U of U Medical Center, Kennecott Building, and the Utah Law and Justice Center. His passion and commitment to architecture live on through the Fred Montmorency Scholarship at the U of U Graduate School of Architecture. He was a willing and capable leader who actively participated on many corporate and civic boards including the LDS Hospital, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Nelson Ricks, LDS Conference Center Planning Committee, Bonneville Kiwanis, Salt Lake Area Chamber of Commerce, "Salt Shakers" Goodwill Ambassadors, and National Safety Council. He was known by his family and professional associates as a man of unquestionable integrity. Fred was an avid skier and boater and a member of the Coast Guard Auxiliary. In his later years he greatly enjoyed opportunities to travel throughout the world. One highlight was his trip with the Salt Lake Olympic Delegation to Budapest when the 2002 Olympics were awarded to Salt Lake City. He was previously married for 24 years and from that union they had three children. In 1979, he married Margaret L. Beal and became the loved stepfather to six children. Fred and Margaret were later sealed in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. His greatest pleasure became observing the growth and progress of his family. Fred leaves a beautiful legacy of his children; Michelle Montmorency (Patrick Aloia), Michael (LeeAnn) Montmorency, John Montmorency (deceased); his stepchildren, Sharri (Craig) Rosvall, Tina (Paul) Rothe, Lisa (Mike) Royall, Lauren (Glen) Burningham, Jeffrey (Karen) Beal, Stephanie (Brent) Blaisdell; his 43 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Because Fred requested no funeral services, there will be a gathering of friends and loved ones to celebrate and honor his esteemed life, Tuesday October 17, 2006 from 6-8 p.m. at Lindquist's Bountiful Mortuary, 727 N. 400 E. Interment Lakeview Memorial Estates, Bountiful, Utah. The family suggests donations may be made in Fred's name to Habitat For Humanity, 716 E. 4500 S., Murray, Utah 84107. e-mail condolences to [email protected]

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Published by The Salt Lake Tribune from Oct. 14 to Oct. 15, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Frederick Montmorency

11 Entries

Richard Young

October 19, 2006

Dear Margaret and family:
I express my condolences on the loss of Fred; He was a particular favorite of my father, Geo. Cannon Young which I also share. I will miss him and his cordiality.

Suzanne Mitchell

October 18, 2006

Dear Margaret, I am so sorry to hear of Freds passing. He was such a wonderful person and i enjoyed see you and him together. You always seemed so happy. I hope you are doing well. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Take care of yourself always.

Rosine Oliver

October 17, 2006

Dear Margaret and family,
It was with great sadness that I read about Fred's death. I loved working with him at MHTN. He wanted me to refer to him as my co-worker, never my boss. The day that I started there in 1987, Fred came into the print room not only to introdue himself to the new employee but also to make his only prints and copies!
I was glad to have had lunch with him, along with Kirby & Chris Kirkman and Stan Rovig this past spring.
I will miss him.
My thoughts are with you. Rosine

Rick Christensen

October 17, 2006

I had the privlege to work with Fred on the Oakridge Country Club last year in Farmington. Our firm (from Minneapolis) did the design and Fred was a consultant to the club to assist in communications. I was sorry to hear of his passing but believe he has changed assignments to an architect in residence in Heaven. I didn't know him for a long time, but looked at the classy way he handled himself as a role model for me when I reach that time in my carrier. To his family, I am sorry for your loss he was a fine man.
Sincerely,
Rick Christensen

Gary Callin

October 17, 2006

Fred's architecural experience & influence has reached well beyond the Utah area. I am thankful for the time I had working with him. He was a wonderful soul and will be very much missed.

Craig and Jan Zwick

October 16, 2006

Dear Margaret and Family,
Our lives are better because of our experiences with Fred. His depth of integrity and his constant desire to lift others are qualities which blessed the lives of everyone he touched. His rich talents to create and beautify reached far beyond his flawless architectural drawings and details. He also created beauty and expanded talents in the lives of others. God be thanked for Fred Montmorency -- the world is a much better place because of him. We will miss him and his wise counsel, but his life and legacy will live on in our hearts forever. He'll be designing and creating forever. May you be blessed with the peace which comes in knowing that he lives on forever.
With much love,

Alyson Checketts

October 15, 2006

Grandpa Fred. I am so glad that you are comfortable now and I know you are happy.
I already miss your deep-belly laugh. I always appreciated how concerned you were for all your family and especially for me. You have given me priceless advice for my personal and professional life. Your dedication to our family and to your work is so inspiring. You have been such an incredible influence to so many and I feel so blessed to have you as my dear Grandpa Fred. Much love always.

Bob Haire

October 14, 2006

On behalf of Fred's priesthood group in the Bountiful 14th Ward, I offer my heart felt condolences and deepest sympathy. He fought the good fight and we will miss him. May the Lord be pleased to bless all of his loved ones as they mourn his passing.

Wendi Egbert

October 14, 2006

We are very sad at the loss of such a great man. Fred welcomed my brother Brent into your family with so much love and acceptance. We all came to love Fred and Margaret as part of our family. We know how hard it is to lose someone so close to you. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time especially, Steph,Brent,Brooke and Connor. We love you!
Brad, Wendi and Allie Egbert

Jon Taft

October 14, 2006

I will miss you my friend.

Nathan Rothe

October 14, 2006

Usually you don't realize what you have in life until you have lost it. The great influence that Grandpa had on society was partially realized, but not compeltely until reading his credentials. I feel that is a tribute to the humble man my grandfather was and is. Per his requests for nothing extravagent in his honor after his passing, he further illustrates what a humble and meek he lived. Although he lived that life, his influence was nothing meek in magnitude.

The last time I saw Grandpa before he passed was a trip made by my mother, brother, and I. He was in good spirit and always wanted to know how somebody else was doing before conversation was about him. I told him I loved him when we were leaving and had that impression that it may have been the last time. Looking back it was, but what a blessing it was to declare my love for such a beautiful man, and receive that some loving gesture in return. He will be sorely missed and I hope as his posterity continues to grow, we may emulate the type of man and individual he was. We love you Grandpa!!!

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