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2020
Barbara Montgomery Obituary
In Loving Memory
Barbara K. Montgomery, 73, of Belleville, IL , died on May 1st, 2020, at Memorial Hospital. Barbara K. Montgomery, was born February 14th, 1947 (Full of Love - Valentines Day), in Elgin, IL to Roy and Shirley Beverly. She devoted much of her time working within the insurance and medical profession but always found herself giving most of her energy to caring for her family, specifically her two beloved "boys". She spent 48 years in Rockford, IL, where she lived and raised her two beloved "boys" Troy and Dustin Montgomery. She decided a few years ago to relocate to Southern IL, specifically St. Clair County in Belleville IL, to reunite with her "boys" and cherish the time spent with family.
Barbara embodied the true meaning of resilience. Resilience means "the capacity to recover quickly from difficulties and toughness". Barbara always found a way to get thru those difficult times and had a "Strong Silence" about her. Her smile was infectious, her dedication was inspirational and her love for her "boys" will never be forgotten.
Barbara is survived by her 2 "boys" Troy Montgomery and Dustin Montgomery (Rayonda), and her 4 grandchildren, Riley , Diem , Alexis and Mason.
Condolences may be sent to:
Troy and Dustin Montgomery
338 East Mill Street
Millstadt, IL. 62260
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Sally Hall
May 31, 2021
Barbara was not only a classmate, she was a friend and neighbor in grade school when I lived on Hill Ave. In the summer we would play outdoor games. Also, we would play cards and Monopoly . We would also practice physical balancing acts in her basement above a mattress. Barb was a perfectionist. She also reminded me never to touch her brothers drum set!!!Her Mom , Shirley, would give the neighborhood kids diaries at xmas. Her folks were very generous with gifts and taking us to the Dairy Queen.
Karin Cikra
August 14, 2020
I just this week heard of Barb's passing. We stood up for each other at our weddings. She was one of my dearest friends in high school and through the years. We had so many laughs together and got in our share of mischief too. It all came flooding back to me when I heard the news. I loved her parents and she loved mine. We were not only friends, but family as well. I treasure those memories. Rest in peace, Dear Friend... Karin
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Craig von Behren
August 1, 2020
Rest in peace Barb. Memories of your kindness and empathy you showed to those who were fortunate enough to know you remain cherished.
Barbara Sandage
June 9, 2020
I worked for 6 years with Barbara at BAS. She was a very friendly, helpful, and caring person. May she rest in peace. God bless.
Bob Courtright
June 8, 2020
To the boys: Knew your mom at Atwood and got to know you two also. Your mom was always quite proud of you both. She was a good person and very competent at all aspects of the health insurance department at Atwood back when Atwood was self-insured and self-administered.
Your words on her resilience and strong silence were very accurate and appropriate. I hope you both are otherwise doing well and share her resilience.
Linda Vicencio
June 8, 2020
So sorry to hear about your moms passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time. John and Linda Vicencio
June 7, 2020
Your mother was a gentle soul. I was glad we were able to see each other at Dr. Erikson's office and catch up with talk of grandkids. Very sorry for your loss.
Mary Jo Murray
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