Clifford E. Montgomery

1921 - 2021

Clifford E. Montgomery obituary, 1921-2021, Cottonwood, AZ

Clifford E. Montgomery

1921 - 2021

BORN

1921

DIED

2021

Clifford Montgomery Obituary

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July 1921 - April 2021 Cliff Montgomery of Cottonwood, Arizona passed peacefully at home last Saturday. He was 99. A native of California, Cliff grew up in the Santa Monica area.Cliff served in WWII; honorably discharged with rank of PFC. Following WWII, he was a letter carrier with the USPS for a total of 35 years in the Santa Monica area.An avid "Rock Hound", Cliff was a long-time member of the Santa Monica Gemological Society and Golden State Bonsai Federation in California, and various rock clubs in Arizona. He worked for Crystalight Corporation participating in numerous Rock, Gem and Mineral Tradeshows in Arizona, California and Colorado.Cliff is survived by his adult children Dave (Rena), John (Debbie) and Peggy (Boyd) Donavon; grandsons John (Kara) Parker and Wade Taylor; great-granddaughter Hensley Parker and many friends. Cliff was preceded in death by his parents, four brothers and wife Mary.The family expresses gratitude to Cliff's caregiver of many years, Carmen Orellana and Compassus personnel.A Memorial Service was held in May 2021. In lieu of flowers, donations to local Hospice Organizations, Old Mission in Cottonwood, AZ or a preferred charity In Memory of Cliff, is appreciated.An online guestbook is available to sign at www.westcottfuneralhome.com.

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Claudia Hinnebusch

May 15, 2021

We were very sorry to hear of Cliff's passing-we were hoping he'd make it to 100! Cliff and Mary were our neighbors in WLA for many years. it was always fun to explore Cliff's workshop and see what rock he was tumbling or finishing. We have several specimens, including a lovely piece of coprolite. We did visit them in Cottonwood several times and always enjoyed our stays. Our condolences to Dave, Peggy and John. RIP old friend.

Anne BERRY

May 5, 2021

I have fond memories of Cliff from the Gem and Mineral Club. He was a very special person.

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