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Leon Montgomery Obituary

Evangelist Leon "Sunnie" Montgomery departed this life March 19, 2005, after a lengthy illness. He is survived by his devoted wife of 47 years, Dolores Montgomery; three daughters, Mrs. Joyce Colleton of Upper Marlboro, Md., Jacquelyn Montgomery and Judith Montgomery, both of Richmond; one grandson, Christopher Alexander; three granddaughters, Ashlee, Taylor and Mackenzie Colleton; son-in-law, Seymour Colleton; five sisters, Mrs. Geraldine Dixon, Mrs. Shirley McCoy, Mrs. Patricia Hawkins, all of Richmond, Mrs. Sally John of St. Stevens, S.C. and Mrs. Frances Pasley of Brooklyn, N.Y.; along with a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Mr. Montgomery was a U.S. Navy veteran. He was also retired from the United States Postal Service and the James River Bus Company. Remains rest at the Chiles Funeral Home, 2100 Fairmount Ave. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, 12 noon, at Jerusalem Holy Church, 12th and Stockton streets. Presiding is Elder Alfred Woodard. Interment Maury Cemetery. Remains will rest in church one hour prior to the service.

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Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch from Mar. 22 to Mar. 23, 2005.

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Ernest Littles

April 2, 2005

A good and patient friend who taught me to drive a bus.

Gail Thompson

March 24, 2005

To Ms.Patricia Hawkins and to the Montgomery family our heartfelt condolences go out to you. You are in our prayers. May God continue to keep you in his care. God Bless. The Thompson Family

Joe Person

March 24, 2005

For as in Adam all die. Even so in Christ shall all be made alive
To the family We shared some great fellowship thru Christ Jesus with Leon. We walked together as Deacons from 1972 until he moved his member ship to another Church

Elder Sylvia Moore-Robinson

March 24, 2005

To Pastor Shirley McCoy and the Montgomery family, may God continue to bring peace to you in you hour of need. You all are a family of Prayer, and much Faith and God's word will not return void. Whatever your need is he will meet,and so much more. I am praying for each of you. Remember Jesus never stops caring for his own. I love you and God Bless.

Mary Cooks-Scott

March 23, 2005

Jackie Montgomery & Family



Although your hearts our heavy today and the days to come, remember God is the only one who can mend your broken heart. Hold on to the memories and God unchanging hand and he will see you through.



Your Prayer Group

GENEVA FORD

March 23, 2005

TO PASTOR SHIRLEY MCCOY AND

PATRICIA HAWKINS. MY PRAYS ARE WITH YOU.

JACKIE MONTOGMERY. MY FRIEND AND SISTER IN CHRIST. I WAS SADDEN TO HEAR OF YOUR FATHER'S PASSING. WE BOTH KNOW THAT HE IS RESTING IN THE ARMS OF THE LORD. MY PRAYS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

From the Staff of Chiles Funeral Home

March 23, 2005

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Deborah Perry

March 22, 2005

With deepest sympathy from Deborah Perry. Evangelist Montgomery was my "Spiritual Papa". The Lord used him to share the plan of salvation with me and I humbly and graciously accepted Jesus Christ as my personal Lord and Savior. I am thankful and blessed to have known Evangelist Montgomery. He was a man of God, annointed and an example to the body the Christ. Always preaching and teaching where ever he went. He loved the Lord and it was evident. Lord thank you for the gift of Evangelist Montgomery's life to the body of Christ. I am saddened by the loss of this brother but am also rejoicing because I know he's now with Jesus in total peace and joy. May the comfort of God's peace be with the family at this time.



Yours in Christ,

Deborah Perry

Elaine Robinson

March 22, 2005

May God Bless you Dee in this time of sorrow and a special Blessing to your Grandson. Mr. Montgomery safely drove us to our destination and back home on many occasions. Now God has the drivers seat and I know he is safe.

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