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Richard Allen "Rick" Montgomery

Richard Montgomery Obituary

Richard "Rick" Allen Montgomery
of Granite Falls, WA
May 17, 1954 - Aug. 6, 2010

Message from Rick,
I am very fortunate to have lived two lives. One of a practicing alcoholic and one of a recovering alcoholic. I want to thank all of my friends for being there when I needed you the most. I leave behind a loving wife of 32 years, Marti; two wonderful sons, Ryan and Casey; and our family dog, Pepper. May you all be happy, joyous and free.

At Rick's request there will not be a memorial or services.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Providence Hospice of Snohomish County.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Herald (Everett) from Aug. 7 to Aug. 8, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Richard Montgomery

22 Entries

Stephaney LaLuzerne

August 22, 2010

Marti, So sorry to hear of your lose. My thoughts are with you and your boys.

Rose Ness

August 17, 2010

I am missing Rick's presence and message in my homegroup. He always showed up for birthday cake, and we loved having him there. I feel blessed that Rick was part of my recovery. I wish Marti, Ryan and Casey all the best.

Nunsia Orr

August 16, 2010

I am so grateful that I was able to be a part of Rick's life. He was always honest and straightforward with me and that and his friendship helped me a lot. Marti, Ryan and Casey were such a blessing to Rick and I have grown to love them too. Nunsia

Denise Beaumont

August 14, 2010

Marti, Ryan, and Casey. We were very sorry to hear of your husband/father's passing. He may no longer live on this earth, but he will always live in your hearts. Take care. Scott & Denise Beaumont and Julie Alexander

August 13, 2010

Marti i am really sorry to here about Rick we did not even know he was sick,he was the first person besides Betty to welcome me into the halls of AA in Arlington.When i heard he was sick i was shocked my goes out to you and the kids.His sobriety was amazing he love the new way of life he was living,and his love for you and his family was amazing,he taught me alot in recovery i have the books and everything he has given to me i read daily.Rick was one of a kind his truthfulness to his bluntness but he he knew how to live and he touched my life...i am so blessed to have had him show me strenght and guidence when i really need it the most,my heart goes out to you and you are in my prayers and i will miss your cookies at my x-mas party and when ever he brought them in as a treat,,,god bless take care....TOM and LISA...in ALASKA..

Adrianna Orr

August 13, 2010

Marti and sons,
My prays are with you guys at this time of sorrow. I will miss answering the calls from rick he always would ask how my day was before he asked for my grandma. I will miss seeing him down at the meetings when I go with my grandma. He was a very loving man i have know him for awhile and in the time I knew him I knew he was a great man.

Joe & Betty Mastrude

August 12, 2010

Marti and sons, Our thoughts and prayers are with in your time of sorrow. Move forward and celebrate Rick's life. He touched so many lives with an outpouring of love for all.

Austa Wolfe

August 10, 2010

Marti & Family. My prayers are still with you. I feel blessed to have known Rick, he was a special "character" and a real inspiration to me. I've not met many people in my life who "walked the walk" with such conviction and clarity of purpose. He spoke often of how lucky and blessed he was to have you in his life with him. God bless and love all of you and continue to give you the strength you need in this time of loss.

Austa

Amber Orr

August 10, 2010

Marti, Ryan, and Casey. My prayers are with you! Hoping you find comfort in knowing Rick was a wonderful guy. I enjoyed seeing him when i went to the meetings with grandma. I miss answering the phone and having him say "Hey girl, is your grandma around?". He is in a better place. And in no more pain.

-Amber (Betty's granddaughter)

August 9, 2010

Marti,and boys.Rick is in heaven looking down. He is in a happy place in no pain. My prayers go out to you. We have many memories over the years all will be remembered. Stacey Harding(Granite Falls)

Betty Lewis

August 9, 2010

Marti, Ryan and Casey. My thoughts are with you now. I will miss Rick a lot. I only knew him about 10 years but he was my AA Buddy and a really good friend. I will miss all the phone calls from Rick just to see how my day was going. He was a great guy and I can't wait to see him in the new system.

Adrianna Orr

August 9, 2010

Rick was a great man.. He will be missed dearly from everyone that knew him. Ive know Rick and Marti since i was younger, and it hurts to see him gone.

Christina Blevins

August 9, 2010

Hey Uncle Rick, I know we never hung out together much but I always thought you were a cool dude.
My wife and I had a great time visiting with you and marty at grandmas b-day party.
With lots of love till we meet again
Mr.& Mrs. DJ Blevins

August 9, 2010

We will miss you Rick, thank you for sharing part of your life with us in soberity.
Happy Trails...

Becky Jonsson & Paul Gipson
Granite Falls.

Debbie Cole

August 9, 2010

My thoughts are with you and the boys Marti. Rick will be truly missed by many. Mikayla and I have many fun, fond memories of our neigbor and friend Rick that we will treasure always!

Julie Keene-Minton

August 9, 2010

Marti and Boys,
I was blessed to know Rick. He has given me strength these past few years. I am grateful to have been a small part of his fellowship. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
With Love,
Julie

Tim & Anna Bardon

August 8, 2010

Marti, Ryan and Casey

Our thoughts and prayers go out to you at this time of sorrow but we can all rejoice in his homecoming into Heaven. May God grant you peace and strength as a family at this time.

Penelope "Penny" Thomas

August 8, 2010

Dear Marti, Ryan and Casey,
I can't imagine the saddness you must be feeling. You can surely take comfort in how much Rick gave the world in his recovery. He was the most endearing man and a rich example of living God's principles. His life really mattered an will live on in sll who were fortunate enough to see the beauty of his soul. Please know that I have thought of you, Marti, as an amazing woman with a great heart. I pray you all the best.

August 7, 2010

Sorry to hear of Ricks passing Marti, I drank with Rick and spent time in recovery with Rick as well and its amazing the difference in him in his new and better world.... John past pres. eagles 3358

Rose Oittinen

August 7, 2010

Dear Marti and boys, I am deeply saddened by the news of Rick's passing. May you find comfort in the knowledge that you are in our prayers and that Rick is now in heaven! Rick, you brought many smiles to my face over the years. I will always remember your laugh and the love you shared with us all. May you rest in peace and continue to shine in your new life.

Reba Whitesitt

August 7, 2010

I'm so sorry, Marti. My thoughts are with you.

Traci Pratt

August 7, 2010

My thoughts and prayers go out to Marti and the boys. I have known Richard for 12 years and he made me smile everytime I saw him, and I saw both of his lives. Rest In Peace my friend, I will miss you!

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