Wes Montgomery Obituary
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Liam McGuigan
May 15, 2020
I grew up in Edmonton, and moved out to Atlantic Canada in 1994 in my mid-thirties. So many years later, I still find myself singing Wes Montgomery's morning song...."Good morning, good morning. It's a Wes Montgomery morning...." Just a radio listener who has fond memories of this wonderful man.....
Edie Yuill
May 3, 2005
Wes and his "Good Morning" show will be missed tremendously. He never failed to put a smile on my face and his sharp wit and ability for trivia never ceased to amaze me. He was one in a million and will be sadly missed. I trust that Heaven has door knobs, so he can continue to have a good one and I hope the knowledge that he touched so many lives will make your sorrow easier to bear. Take care.
Rod Harder
May 1, 2005
I grew up listining to Wes on CHED radio in the 60's and then KISN radio later on in Wes's career. I learned of Wes's passing while in Kenora Ontario and I was truly shocked by his passing. Wes, you touched a lot of lives, rest in peace my friend, rest in peace.
Kenneth Green
May 1, 2005
Deepest sympathy to the Wes Montgomery's family as well as the CFCW family. Wes will be missed, as he touched the hearts of so many.
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Edward/Sophie Golko
April 30, 2005
Our deepest sympathy to the Montgomery family. He was a funny, kind and witty man and we will miss him dearly not being with Jackie Rae on CFCW. They made a fantastic couple on the air. No one will ever be able to take his place.
Regards!!
Roger&Ann Gelinas
April 30, 2005
Through sports we met a wonderful individual, and he will always be remembered. Prayers and sympathy to the family.
Roger Chico and Ann Gelinas
Tammy Parker
April 30, 2005
I never met Wes in person, but grow up listening him on CHED every morning during the bus ride to school, then later caught up with him again on CFCW. I will miss having him in my life every morning. My condolence to the family and friends, who knew him more then a couple hours a day that I got to enjoy him in. To Jackie Rae for the loss of a great on air partner/friend.
Kimberley Moore
April 30, 2005
Having recently moved to Winnipeg after living 10 years in Edmonton, I was very shocked and saddened to learn of Wes's passing. I always listened to him every morning on CFCW and the city is mourning Edmonton's version of Regis Philpin. My condolences to his family and friends and all the CFCW listeners. He will be greatly missed by all.
Betty (Patten) Emmerton
April 30, 2005
My sincere condolences to all of the Montgomery family. I have many fond memories of going to high school with Wes in the 50's and being neighbors. When Wes made a friend it was for life with no pretentions. We will truly miss him and his wit. Again my sincerest sympathy, my thoughts and prayers are with you. May the happy memories you have of your loved one help sustain through this difficult time.
June (Ogden)Mcmurdo
April 30, 2005
My sincere sympathy to the Montgomery family in the loss of your son, brother, husband, father and grandfather, Wes. It was a pleasure to renew old friendships at the Fort Saskatchewan reunion not so long ago. I remember growing up together at the Fort and in Manitoba, and all those great curling games with Wes as skip. I am sorry I didn't have the chance to hear Wes on the radio but I am sure that he brought much to his radio family and listeners. Take care of yourselves at this very sad time. Mary feel free to email anytime. June
Lynda Lloyd & family
April 30, 2005
Sorry for your loss-our sympathies are with you as you remember and look forward to seeing your loved one again some day.
Ross and Wendy Percifield
April 29, 2005
It was a day of great sadness when we learned of Wes' passing. We shall certainly miss his morning antics and the smiles and chuckles he brought into our home. Our deepest condolences to the family.
James Spark
April 29, 2005
Im sorry to hear that my good buddy as lefted us
My sorrows gos to his family
Brian and Patti Richard
April 29, 2005
We are very surprised to hear of the death of Wes. As former residents of Edmonton we have enjoyed the many jokes and stories that Wes told over the air waves throughout his career in Edmonton, He will sadly be missed. In a city of "champions" he certainly was a champion.
Dolores Diletzoy
April 29, 2005
To the Montgomery children and grandchildren: You have a wonderful Father and Grandfather, we all had a great chance in the Edmonton area to enjoy this wonderful individual. Keep his memory in your hearts you are his legacy.......
Tracey Tyler
April 29, 2005
We have lost one of the greatest radio legends that I feel I had the honor of growing up with. Every morning our clock radio would turn on as the "Wes Montgomery Jingle" was being played. Wes Montgomery had a sense of humor that has far surpassed anyone who followed in his foot steps and like many Edmontonians, I will truly miss him. My condolences to his family; he now watches over you as only he can.
Sheila Ryan (Otterbein)
April 29, 2005
It was with great sadness that I heard of Wes passing. I can still remember his morning wakeup song! Growing up in the 70's he just made it easier to get up and go to school! My condolences to the family.
Richard, Melinda Kaplan
April 29, 2005
We are so sorry to hear about Wes. My husband and I have been listening for years. Our condolences from our family to your's.He was a wonderful and funny man. We will miss him...
CAROL MCCLARY
April 29, 2005
I am very sorry to hear of your loss.
Jim Park
April 29, 2005
Deepest condolences to the Montgomery family. Wes' spirit shone through in every thing he undertook. His contributions to several aspects of life, particularly curling, will not be forgotten.
Jim & Marianne Park & Family
Sue Kusick
April 29, 2005
Thanks Wes for all the laughter and entertainment over the years. You have been a wonderful part of Edmonton. I'll miss you. My sincere sympathies to your family and friends.
Bonnie
April 29, 2005
My deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Wes. Listening to him on the radio, always put a smile on my face. It was a great way to start each morning
Mary-Ellen Savard
April 29, 2005
My sincerest sympathy to Wes's family. I grew up in Edmonton and fondly recall listening to Wes on the morning show on CHED. When I read about his passing in the Edmonton Sun this week, I was stunned. Again, I extend my sympathy to his family . May time and fond memories ease your pain in this difficult time.
Madeleine and Noel Chartrand
April 29, 2005
Thank you Wes for your wit and your ever-present humor. You made our mornings bright and we could always count on you to keep us in stitches. We often re-used your jokes at work, trying to give them the same twist as you did. You are in our prayers.
Walter & Gladys Ewasiuk
April 29, 2005
To the Montgomery Family and CFCW.
It was a shock when we heard about Wes's passing. We will miss his voice,good humor and his antics that was a very important part of our morning, listing to him on the radio. Our deepest sympathy to the family and his radio family.
Brenda Fankhanel
April 29, 2005
Edmonton has lost a pillar of the community with Mr. Montgomery's passing. There was not a day that he did not put a smile on anyone's face, who was fortunate enough to cross his path. We were faithful listeners who thoroughly enjoyed and appreciated his down to earth approach to life - gut level honest and open. No masks with Wes. It has been several years since we left Edmonton, but each time we would be in the area, we would tune in. I know how much we will miss his happy go lucky attitude and quick wit. He touched our hearts, and we only got a glimpse of Wes, the man. The loss each of you as family and friends must feel has to be heart wrenching. He constantly talked about his wife, kids and grandkids, just like a neighbor would chat over the back fence. The lesson we take away is to value family and live life to the fullest. Our deepest condolences and heartfelt prayers for you all..
Tina Deines
April 29, 2005
I grew up listening to Wes on 6:30 CHED. It was always fun listening to him and his antics. It made you feel like you had a friend out there in radioland, and if he was up early in the morning you could be too. Sincere sympathy goes out to all who knew and loved him and his family. No one could ever fill his shoes.
Marg. Pullishy
April 29, 2005
The world has lost a good man...for all his wit, for all his antics, he was as kind and compassionate as they come. He'll be missed by thousands of listeners, friends, family and colleagues...
Sabine Oliver
April 29, 2005
The first radio show my husband introduced me to after coming to Canada from germany in 1976 was Wes Montgomery's morning show on CHED and I loved it. We will also miss his always humorous colum in the Sun. Our deepest sympathy to the family.
Maurice and Sabine Oliver
Rosemarie MacKenzie
April 29, 2005
I would just like to extend my condolences to Wes' family. I started to listen to Wes when I came to Canada in 1967 and he always brought a smile to my face. He will be missed a great deal by many many people.
Helen Ible
April 29, 2005
Jacquie, My thoughts are with you in this time of sadness. May you find peace in your heart as the days unfold. Helen
Peggy, Raymond, Sam, Matthew Sawchuk
April 29, 2005
We would like to offer our condolences to the family.
Wes will be missed.
Emma Plaizier
April 29, 2005
send my condolances to the family of wes sorry about your loss
Beverly
April 29, 2005
I would like to thank Wes for the wonderful memories as a young girl back in the 70's. I was a struggling teen,who with Wes' audio present,, fulled my mornings with cheer and laughter on the school bus-which took me many miles away from home.
In the past few years, listening to Wes, brought back those tender years. Thank you Wes Montgomery!
Karen Komarynsky (Melvin)
April 29, 2005
Dear Verna and Children,
Sorry to hear about Wes. It was a privelage to have known him and to have grown up with all of you. We wish you all the best for your families for the future. Love Karen, Kevin, Melissa (18) Andrea (16) and Patrick (12).
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