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Joseph Montooth Obituary
Joseph Michael Montooth
Joe was a football coach at Granite Falls High School, because of this he also had a second family, his team, coaches and Dylan Wold, Zach Jones, Dylan Ramos, Michael Otness, and Destinee Taklo, and many more.
We are grateful for the support of this small, loving community, we will be forever thankful.
Donations for the family can be to Booster Club P.O Box 596, 98252.
A memorial service will be at 6 p.m., on Thursday, July 30, 2009, at the Old High School Football Field.
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Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Montooth
Sponsored by The Davis Family.
November 29, 2013
Thank You for Caring for My dauguhter... I know it means alot to her...
We Love You And Miss You Every Second Of Every Day
October 26, 2010
I want to thank everbody that have shared their memories and thougts about Joe. I just want you to now that not only was he everything you have said but much more than anybody could ever imagined. He was the light that made our world so bright and we will never be the same.
Teri, Alix and Sidney Montooth
February 16, 2010
my Condolences for your loss. I was looking for a Montooth on the internet and found Joseph. My name is Steve Montooth in Anchorage, Alaska. My family came from Rushville Illinois in the mid 1800s. I know there are Montooths from Findlay, Ohio and from Tennesee. I was inquiring since it seems our Montooth's are slipping away. I hope we may communicate again. stevensm @ak.net.
Hanna Dudder
October 28, 2009
Joesph Michael Montooth was one of my best friends a father figure and the greatest man i have ever known in my life.
he treated me as his own like he did for many others. he always made me smile weather he was yelling or just talking cause either way he made sure we knew he loved us. there is no man that will ever replace him in my life. and i just want him to know how much i love him. and im sorry i never got to say good bye.
Carolyn & Charles Chapman
October 15, 2009
Teri, we just found out about your loss and we were shocked. Charles and I will always remember the good times we had together with you and Joe and your family. Joe was one of the highlights of Charles' football coaching career at Granite. All our love goes out to you and the girls.
Rex Rosier
September 16, 2009
Teri, I was so shocked to hear the news about Joe,we all grew up together.I remember playing football with him and Jim in the backyard, or just hanging out at the house after school.Jim was telling me how joe had become a coach of the football team, I've been reading some of the stuff online and it sounds like he was really good at it,and the kids really loved him.I have so many memories of good times with joe and jim, we were just kids....I'm still in shock.....my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Tana George
August 10, 2009
Teri, Alix, & Sidney ~
I was very sad to hear, from Bonnie, of the passing of your husband & father Joe. Although,I only new him through working with Teri, I knew he was a great dad & husband :) You are all in my thoughts and I wish you the best during this very difficult time. Please let me know if I can be of any help to you and your family.
Bonnie George
August 8, 2009
Dear Teri,
Just like anybody that knew Joe and his family, I am shocked and overwhelmed by the news of his death. You and I met June 10, 1985 and after 24 years, you would think I could find the right words to give comfort to you, Alix and Sidney. I do not know who the author of this is but it just popped out of nowhere and it expresses many of the thoughts I am feeling as I think of Joe.
"Like a leaf dropped upon water...
the ripples of your loved one's
life spread on and on to touch
the lives of others."
With Love and Sympathy
Torre Olson
August 2, 2009
I had the honor of playing for Joe in Snohomish a few years back. To this day I tell people who didn't know him of awesome of a coach and leader Joe Montooth was. It is an honor to have shared some of my early years as an athlete and person with him. He was a huge influence on me on both. He is a huge loss to all that knew him. God bless the Montooth family.
Mary Snel
August 2, 2009
I fell in love with the Montooth family when we lived in Lake Stevens in the same appartment complex. Such a warm and welcoming family, and never judgemental. Except once when Joe told me that I was a very cranky pregnant woman. LOL... (It was summer after all, It was near the end, and I had 3 other kids). He always made me smile or laugh. I know that he loves his family. And if he had it to do all over again... He wouldn't have changed a thing.
Teri... I know that he loves you, and the girls. All my love goes out to your family. You know that my family is here for you. ALWAYS
August 1, 2009
Dear Teri - we were so sorry to learn about Joe. Our love, thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Karen and Daryl Trezise
Josh Vogel
July 31, 2009
I was lucky enough to have Joe as a coach for six seasons of junior football in Snohomish (starting with the Chargers and ending with the Eagles) and for three seasons of little league baseball. The man quite literally grow up. During that time he helped to keep numerous boys like myself out of trouble and to give us a strong positive role model to look up to.
At the Memorial Teri had told me how surprised she was at the overwhelming support of the Granite Falls community and the friends from the junior football league of the past. I told her I wasn't surprised at all, but was never allowed to tell her why. I wasn't surprised because what we are doing for Joe's family is exactly what Joe would've and did do for our families in similar situations. This is a chance for the rest of us to give back to a man that gave so much of himself; for us if only for a moment to be like Joe Montooth. All we are doing is practicing the life lessons that Joe taught us.
Joe Montooth was my coach, my friend, and in my heart he was family. He will be forever missed, but not forgotten.
Dwight Steele
July 31, 2009
Joe will be missed by all of us at Steele Home Service, I could say that he was the best sales rep. we ever worked with.
Lori & Tyler Burnett
July 31, 2009
We want you to know we are so sorry for your loss, our hearts and prayers are with you and the girls.
Take care
Davd Husted
July 31, 2009
God Bless You Joe....I worked with Joe for about 4 years and love him like a brother. Ive never laughed so hard in my life when I got to see him. What a great guy. I will miss you Joe.
Wendy Cox
July 31, 2009
From the first day I met Joe, all those years ago in Little League, he made me feel like we had always been friends. Always there with a kind word and a big smile to brighten my day. Although we haven't seen much of each other lately I always knew if I needed to I could call on him.
Most recently my son Trevor had the honor of spending a week with him at football camp. He will always remember that experience and how Joe treated him like one of his own. I am sorry he will not get to experience Joe coaching him as he starts his High School Football career this fall but I do know that Joe touched him in a way that will stay with him forever.
Teri, although we have only met in passing, please know that the Cox Family is here whenever you or the girls may need anything. (Destinee knows how to find us.)
Granite Falls has lost a true Hero!
We will miss you Joe, God Bless!!
Brandon Riddell
July 31, 2009
Joe you will never be forgotten and your truly missed. God Bless you and my prayers go out to Joe's family.
Bryce and Mary Riddell
July 30, 2009
Joe was a beautiful man inside and out. He had a huge heart, laugh and smile. Many years ago our son Brandon had the honor of being coached by Joe in the Snohomish Junior football program. We witnessed for 4 years the discipline, the love, the care and kindness he gave each boy on and off the field and we know each one of them is a better person today because of his influence. He will be sorely missed and our thoughts and prayers are with Teri and family.
Aleta Harris
July 30, 2009
I worked with Joe for a short time several years ago but I remember well, what a kind person he was.
My sympathy is with all of his family.
Cliff MacDicken
July 30, 2009
Teri and family
I would like to say on behalf of my family and my fellow parents and coaches from the Snohomish Junior football program, how very sorry we are for your loss. As the past president of the local association I treasured the times when we were able to have Joe with us. He was a great coach, and friend to have around. Always making people laugh and lifting them up when they needed it. He was a positive influence for a lot of kids and those kids are better today for having Joe as part of their childhood. Granite Falls was very lucky to have your Husband as a part of their community, as were we at Snohomish.
Thank you teri for sharing him with us, you were a part of all of this too and we are forever greatful.
God bless you
Isobel Zweifel
July 30, 2009
I did not know Joe but am a colleague of his mother Rosemary. He was well loved I can see. God bless
July 30, 2009
Coach Joe, You influenced all of us, your players. The lessons you taught us on the field helped prepare us for later tests in life. Coach I'll never forget playing for you, and I'll never forget some of the first words you said to us in middle school, " I DON'T CARE WHAT YOU DO, AS LONG AS YOU HIT THEM HARD!"
Allison Davis
July 30, 2009
Joe and I worked closely, as a team, for a couple of years at Builders Millwork. He will be greatly missed and doubtlessly remembered as the lovable, hug-able, personable guy who was always ready to laugh or encourage others to do the same.
My thoughts go out to Teri, their girls and the rest of his family.
Stacey Ahrens
July 30, 2009
Although I never met Joe, it is obvious to me that he shared a great deal of dedication and mentoring to our youth and family community. My heart goes out to you, Teri. The only appreciation we can show is the return of loyalty Joe shared. Lean on your friends and our community during this difficult, unfair time. Joe would be proud to see you accept the support he has extended to others over the years.
Jeromy Petit
July 29, 2009
*Joe "Coach" Montooth* The man, the myth, the tooth! you not only influenced me, but also the people, and the team around you! You were a man that i called coach, but off the field, a great friend! You will never be forgotten because legends never die! God bless you & your family! Know that i am there for them, and always will be! **R.I.P Coach Joe**
Erin Spiger
July 29, 2009
I had the honor of working with Joe at BMC WEST and I am so sorry for your loss. Not a day went by that he did not have a smile on his face. He always knew how to get me to smile or laugh. He will be greatly missed. Joe was a very hard worker and was a dedicated employee. I am so glad I had the chance to work with him.
Michael Goshorn & Angela Staudacher
July 29, 2009
During Joe’s short time here he was an inspiration to many and touched the lives of even more, he will be greatly missed. Joe was simply a wonderful man with a huge heart. He brought out the best in you; he made you want to be a better person. Those of us that had the privilege of knowing Joe will always remember him with a smile. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Pam Eddy
July 29, 2009
Rosemary,
I am so very sorry for the loss of your son Joe. It is so horribly sad for a parent to lose a child. You and your family are in my prayers during this difficult time.
Linda Sandhop
July 29, 2009
I am a good friend of Aunt Victoria's and have heard for years what a great person Joe is. I wish I could have met him. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
Angela Colley
July 29, 2009
I lost a friend and co-worker. Joe never let me walk in the door without a good morning and never left the office without giving me a high five or a hug on a bad day. He truly cared about everyone he knew. He will truly be missed by me amd all that knew him. God's team has a new football coach.
kathy staton
July 29, 2009
Rosemary,
So shocked and sadden by the news of Joe's passing. Reading what others have written about him,and knowing you, he must have been a wonderful man and will be greatly missed. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Bonnie Silcox
July 29, 2009
Joe was a great guy! My Prayers go out to Teri and family.
July 29, 2009
I am so sorry for your loss. Your family is in my thoughts & prayers.
Krista Mullenger
AAA Oklahoma
Jennifer Slay
July 29, 2009
You are in my thoughts & prayers. I wish I could have met him but I know Rosemary so I know he was a very giving & caring person just as she is.
Christine McCarthy
July 29, 2009
I did not Joe but I know his mother, so I can well imagine what a fun-loving, wonderful, caring person he was. My deepest sympathies to the entire family.
Chrystal bock
July 28, 2009
Coach Joe ment to the world to this town, good man does not even say half og it, RIP Joe. you had faith in everyone.
Roy Sandoval
July 28, 2009
Joe was a great man and a natural leader. His lessons to me on and off the field helped me grow in life though it was hard to keep in touch. He will be greatly missed and my prayers go out to his family.
Christina Kinney
July 28, 2009
Joe Montooth had the biggest heart in the world. There was something about him that made you love him. He was a great father, friend and football coach, but an even better person, inside and out. I knew Joe and I am very close to his daughter Alix. I send all my love and prayers to the family and Joe will not only be in my heart, but of everyone who has ever met him or even known about him.
Nate Peterson
July 28, 2009
Coach Joe was a great inspiration for not only me but the entire football team. It is an unexpected loss for me and all of the Granite Falls High School football team. I will miss his joking around with the team and his laugh. But I know he will still be calling offensive plays for another great team.
Vicki Zak
July 28, 2009
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
July 28, 2009
I will keep the Montooth family in my prayers. Celetia Brent AAAOklahoma
Dorothy Woodard
July 28, 2009
I apparently missed a true blessing by not knowing Joe personally. But I know what a kind hearted woman his mother is and this shows she has done well in raising such a respected man. My heart goes out to all of the Montooth family. I pray in time you will find the peace that will show up when you least expect it.
Sandy Beasley
July 28, 2009
I'm very sorry for your loss and have had you in my prayers since I have heard about it.......
Sandy
Anita McNelly
July 28, 2009
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Terry McCurdy
July 28, 2009
I did not know Joe, but I work with his mother - Rosemary. From what I read about Joe, they were much alike.
I am keeping all of you in my thoughts and prayers.
Vicki Rowe Johnson
July 28, 2009
Joe, You were a wonderful coworker and a great friend. My life was enriched by knowing you. You were so tuned into other people and you were there with a hug and support when needed. I know I got my share of big hugs from you.
May God bless your family.
Lisa & Stephanie Brennan
July 28, 2009
Always a smile and a hug for everyone. Great friend and coach. Great motivator. You will be dearly missed. Always in our hearts.
Kelly Sylliaasen
July 28, 2009
Coach Joe was so much more than just a coach to the kids of Granite Falls. My son and his friends were blessed to have Joe as their coach from 7th grade until they made the playoffs in 2006. This group of guys benefited not only in having a coach who taught them about responsibility, teamwork, attitude and dedication but how to be be better people. He could be tough when necessary but was always there for them when they needed that extra adult in their corner. I would run into Joe regularly in the grocery store and we would talk about the kids and how excited he was when he would see them and catch up on their lives. As a parent having a guy like Joe as a role model for your child is comforting. I would like to thank his family for sharing him with our boys. He touched so many lives and he will be missed greatly.
Melinda Dupuis
July 28, 2009
Joe, you will always be remembered and be in my heart. We had many a laugh and a frustration together. It was all good. May your family be strengthened by memories of your big heart. We could often times just look at each other and start giggling knowing what the other was thinking. You were a big ole teddy bear, full of comfort when needed.
Heidi Stevens
July 28, 2009
Joe always made me smile and welcomed me with open arms and a big ol' hug. I will miss you dearly Joe. You are gone too soon.
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