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Born on September 22, 1984, in Nampa, Idaho, to Ann and Mark Montgomery. Adam attended Oakmont High School and Sierra College, where he earned a degree in accounting. After college he worked as a manager at Bob's Car Wash, then became part-owner of Premier Tax Service, and controller at Butcher Power Products.
Adam's deep connection to his parents was evident in his thoughtfulness and respect for them. He filled their lives with love and laughter, sharing his friends, and activities with them. Whether golfing, cooking, entertaining friends, treating his parents with concert tickets to Andrea Bochelli or Toby Keith, cheering on their favorite teams, or owning a business together, their family of three was full and filled with love. They feel he was the best of them.
Adam was a passionate sports fan. He was a lifelong supporter of the Pittsburgh Steelers ,and also loved the Kings, Giants, Boise State Broncos, Sharks, golf, and the Olympics. He was never one to pass up watching a sporting event.
Forever friendly and kind with a wicked sense of humor, Adam accumulated friends from all aspects of his life. He was a connector who loved bringing everyone together; never one to miss a good barbecue or pool party. Adam's warmth and genuine spirit endeared him to everyone he met. This was evident in his many trips and parties with friends: 4th of July celebrations in Tahoe with Peggy, Greg, Kimmery and Katie, a Dave Matthews concert at the Gorge, visits to Lambeau Field and Steelers Stadium, multiple Fiesta Bowls, family reunions in Florida, Kentucky Derby parties in full dress attire, dart league, wine tasting, Sunday Fun-days, golf tournaments, an adventurous trip to Mexico (during a hurricane), many bachelor parties in San Diego, Miami, Austin and most recently, a trip to Nashville to celebrate his 40th birthday. Adam also had an eclectic love for music, enjoying artists like Jay-Z, Dire Straits, Dave Mathews (possibly attending over 20 concerts), Red Hot Chili Peppers, Eric Church and Luke Combs.
Adam spent many summer and winter vacations in Idaho, creating cherished memories in McCall with his family playing Liverpool, boating, river rafting, lively chats around the bonfire, horseback riding, water and snow skiing, family golf tournaments, cooking dinners, listening to music on the end of the dock, and enjoying a few cocktails. Most recently, he attended the 95th birthday of his Amuma, where 40 family members gathered to celebrate with Adam.
Adam leaves behind his loyal companion, Layla. His life was enriched by the love and loyalty of several dogs, but his bond with Layla was particularly strong, as she was by his side at the end.
Adam is survived by his loving parents, Ann and Mark, to whom he brought immense joy; his Amuma Blanche Swindell of Nampa, Idaho; numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins; and a long list of friends whom he considered family.
He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Mary and Henry Montgomery; his Aitxitxia Max; and his uncle, Ray.
Although Adam's sweet disposition, delicious meals, and "best hugs ever" will be deeply missed, his legacy of love and kindness will forever live on in the countless people he connected with during his short life. As a tribute, the cousins have shared their memories here: https://bit.ly/AdamCousins.
Let us carry forward the lessons Adam taught us-of kindness, compassion, and living fully in the moment. His spirit will live on in the love we continue to share, the memories we hold dear, and the way we live our lives every day.
As a devout sports fan, Adam was a supporter of the V Foundation. In order to further honor Adam, in lieu of flowers, please consider donating to Jimmy Valvano's V Foundation.
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6300 Fountain Square
Citrus Heights, CA 95621
Sunday, February 16, 2025 at 12 PM
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Charles and Jody Hicks
February 9, 2025
Jody and I send our deepest condolences to you. This was just heartbreaking to hear. We pray that God sends you comfort and healing.
Cheryl wiker Genigeorgis
February 6, 2025
Ann, while I did not know Adam well. I know how much you loved him and he was always your right hand man. My memory of Adam is you always calling him when you were doing my taxes. You would say Adam I need you to do this, Adam I need you to do that. And he would so kindly come and help you find something. I can´t imagine how hard this must be for you. My prayers are with you. You are a beautiful person
Bill McGreevy
January 28, 2025
Ann & Mark,
We are so very sorry to hear of Adam's passing. We hope memories of happier times shared with him will help support you in your sorrow.
Sincerely,
Bill & Libbi
Sarah Varady
January 27, 2025
Oh my goodness, I just heard about Adam and I can´t believe it. I am so very sorry Ann & Mark. Adam was so very sweet and special & I have continued to think about him all these years. I feel blessed that I got to know him & for our time. Sending prayers to your family
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Rose Sondrol Sondrol
January 10, 2025
So sorry to hear this Very sad news.
I met Ann and Adam about 35 years ago when we lived a couple of miles apart from each other
he has always been one of my favorite friends in his generation to talk with. He was always such an honorable and uplifting soul,
our conversations flowed effortlessly as he was a great listener.
No topic was off-limits.
He was not just a friend, but a confidant,
he will always be an irreplaceable treasure that will be missed.
He´s a gift bestowed upon all of us by the universe
and for that I am eternally, grateful rest in peace my good friend,
Rose Sondrol.
Mike´s Barbershop
January 7, 2025
Our deepest condolences your family. Always enjoyed the conversations and envied the relationship you and Mark had. We´ll miss you man!
Pat Vitale
December 19, 2024
I can't remember the very first time we met Adam. It just seems he was always part of our family. I think it was during a Steelers game at Phat Chads with his Mom and Dad . His sweet disposition, his kindness, and his loyalty to his friends and his family were incredible. We will miss you so much Adam.
Gary Nuccio
December 13, 2024
What a beautiful difference one life has made...
Lolo
December 12, 2024
Adam - I still can't believe you're gone. You were the most amazing, caring, fun, life of the party friend anyone could have. I will treasure all our memories over the years and miss you tremendously. Mark & Ann, thank you for sharing your wonderful son, sending all our love and hugs.
Rest in aloha Adam, we will miss you forever.
Kimmery Fary
December 11, 2024
Adam, I don't like this at all and miss you so much. I can't express how greatful I am to have had you in my life. If it wasn't for our parents meeting and quickly becoming best friends, you wouldn't have become the brother I never had. Thank you Mom, Greg, Mark, and Ann, I love you so much.
Holidays, dinners, Tahoe, and other adventures won't be the same. Without question you'll be smiling and laughing with us in our hearts and memories. Adam made it, Adam made everything will continue to be said, forever.
Your humor, generosity, love and positive outlook will be missed more than you know. I'm honored you shared each one of these with me. I love you and miss you so much. Until we meet again.
P.S. Say hi and give Greg a hug for me.
Liz Babbitt
December 8, 2024
Adam- this is tough. We all loved you so much and the void you are going to leave is huge. You were an amazing friend to Jared and I- one of the best. And so genuine. I loved how many special memories we created together- from concerts, to golf trips, Sunday Fundays and most recently Nashville. You will always be with us. Thank you making us all better humans and sharing your laughter, kindness and smile with us.
Liz Babbitt
December 8, 2024
Katie Foust
December 6, 2024
Here we go...
Adam was one of the best guys I've ever had the pleasure of knowing. Many years ago, our parents became friends, then best friends, then family. Adam was the brother I never had. I'm not sure what to say other than I will miss literally everything about him. His smile and giggle top the list. What an honor to get know him and have him in our family.
Andrew Stump
December 5, 2024
What is up my Guy!
There aren´t enough words to describe the sorrow we all feel from loosing you. To call you a legend would be an understatement. There are So many memories, from concerts to chip ins, they are endless. There will forever be a void in all of our hearts for you. we love you and are so happy to have had the opportunity to have a great human like you in our lives. You will forever leave a positive impact on all of us. We love you.
Jared gibson
December 5, 2024
Melissa Butcher
December 5, 2024
Adam-
I will just simply miss talking to you.
You were by far the most beautiful soul I have ever had the pleasure of knowing.
Thank you for just being you and allowing me to get to know someone as kind, caring, smart, funny and over all just a great guy.
You will be missed my friend.
Michael Seivert
December 5, 2024
My buddy! I miss you everyday! The amount of texts and messages i have received over the past few days shows the impact you had on so many people! I will miss our Sundays together, and our debates about the Warriors and Kings. Thank you for being such an amazing friend, and someone i could share any of my problems with. You will be so incredibly missed, but I'm so grateful to have called you such an amazing friend!! Love you buddy until we meet again!
Tracey Seivert
December 4, 2024
Adam, you were one of a kind! Thank you for ALL the great memories, laughter, smiles, conversations, and friendship! Thank you for loving my kids as your own; they loved you so much! You were taken from us earlier than we would like, but your memories will live forever in our hearts. Rest in peace my friend, and know you meant the world to me and my family!
Mark & Ann, thank you for raising such a kind, generous, and loving human! We were lucky to call him our friend, and are grateful for you in our lives. Sending you Love & hugs during this unimaginable time.
Daniel Freiburger
December 4, 2024
Adam and I at Amuma´s 90th birthday party. Likely talking about sports, a new dinner recipe idea, or that time Adam was playing Quarterback and his center cut the cheese before the hike. I´ll always remember that story, just like so many other great memories with Adam. You will be greatly missed and forever in our hearts.
Dan Leary
December 4, 2024
Alright buddy, well this really sucks. What is ironic is that you would be the one I would typically turn to in a situation like this...we had too many happy memories to count but you were always there for me with unconditional support and love when life´s rough patches arose. This is probably the roughest patch yet.
I cannot come up with any words that are adequate enough to explain what you meant to me. We met the first week of freshman year and you were soon there after my best friend. My best friend for 25 years. You were many people´s best friend.
You had a charisma, charm, sense of humor and a social IQ unlike any other. People who were fortunate enough to cross your path simply gravitated to you. And you did that without needing to be the center of attention. It just came naturally and organically.
Through you I was introduced to my second parents Mark and Ann. And then my third parents Greg and Peg. And too many new friends to count. Those bonds will always stay in tact because of the special person you were.
I love you buddy. Thanks for making mine and so many others lives better through your presence. You were truly one of kind!
Scott Burnett
December 4, 2024
Many times as I have played golf with and enjoyed Adams company at social events. He never once failed to ask how I have been. That simple question gets by most. He genuinely cared how I have been. Wonderful human sadly lost far too early. Reat in peace Adam
Marilyn Schroeder
December 4, 2024
Taken way too soon. My favorite Adam memory was when we took a road trip to Oregon via Amtrak in May 2007. The train was stopped halfway due to track work and we were stuck. What should have been an 8 hour ride ended up being 12 hours. We were hungry and delirious, but Adam kept me laughing with jokes to help pass the time. I still reference those jokes to this day. He had a heart of gold and will be missed so much.
Jared gibson
December 4, 2024
Adam was my best friend and I considered him a brother. We had a lot of good times and memories that I will cherish forever . Adam was a one of kind and will be missed by so many people . Rip brother-in-law will see you in the next life.
Kitty
December 4, 2024
Adam you were taken too soon. I d not think there was ever a time I did not see a smile on your face. You were loved by so many just being you, bringing out the good in every one. Thank you for giving me a chance to know you.
Rick Alvarado
December 4, 2024
Wes Ellenburg
December 4, 2024
What you meant to SO MANY PEOPLE is impossible to put in to words Adam.
Your mom & dad should feel so proud that they raised you to the man that you were, and what that meant to so many of us.
You are not replaceable so the best any of us can do is hope that way we find a way to live up to half of the man that you were.
Thank you so much for the time we had together Adam.
Christopher
December 4, 2024
Golfing with him and his dad and Jared in a Wednesday night golf league. Played together for a bunch of years. Always a good time. One of the coolest and nicest person I have ever met in my life.
Rick Alvarado
December 4, 2024
I was blessed to know Adam since we were kids.
There were so many things he loved to do as a kid.
We would play NBA jam then go outside, lower the hoop and practice our crazy dunks on our friend Tony.
Then Tony would get mad and want to go home, so we had to let Tony dunk on us to be cool again.
Jane Freiburger
December 3, 2024
The loss of Adam will leave an enormous hole in our hearts...he was the family sweetheart with his adorable sense of humor, chill disposition, and ability to make us all happy. He knew sports inside and out, and was a self- taught wizard in the kitchen. He was always available to lead a hand and to share his love of music. Not sure we will be able to continue having the Swindell Family Disco in McCall without him. We all adored him, from the very youngest to the very oldest. God take care of our precious boy and please let him play lots of golf with dad, his Aitxitxia. Rest in peace, dear nephew, I will love you forever. Aunt Jane
Samantha cammarano
December 3, 2024
There is so much that can be said about the amazing human I got to call one of my closest friends. Adam was the most genuine person I´ve ever known. Always knew how to make you laugh. So many great memories. You will be missed dearly friend.
David Hunt
December 3, 2024
No matter what kind of day I was having, Adam always made me feel better about myself and inspired me to do better and be better. He always saw in me what didn´t. Forever I will be grateful for his wisdom and encouragement.
David Hunt
December 3, 2024
I worked for Adam at Bob´s Carwash & Detail. My first memory was handing him my direct deposit form for payroll. I thought to myself, "I better not mess with this guy, he´ll take my money away." Turns out, he was one of the coolest, kindest, most down to earth dudes I´ve ever met.
Joseph McCary
December 2, 2024
This was Adam. Who else would opt in to floating with their cousins and their kids when the dock was 20ft away. Adam would - every time.
Thomas Tullis Webb
December 2, 2024
When we were young in McCall I will always remember Adam rowing a boat over to the Tullis cabin and back. For some reason he did it with the boat facing backwards. It probably made the trip harder but he always made it. I hoped in the boat with him many times. Adam was one of the few people I've ever met that everytime you had a conversation with him you would be in a better mood afterwards. Now and forever every boat I see in McCall moving slow I will think of Adam. It was great catching up with him a few summers ago. I'm truly sad he is gone.
Thomas Tullis-Webb
December 2, 2024
Favorite memory of Adam
Alicia Colligan
December 2, 2024
I loved my time with Adam up in McCall. I think I was technically "babysitting" but actually it was just playing and having a blast with Adam, Kate, and Joe. I remember laughing through endless board games while we inhaled red vines. I will miss Adam´s bright smile and effortless kindness. I feel lucky to have known him. My heart aches for you all. Sending so much love from Spain.
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