Barry Allan Montgomery

Montgomery, Barry Allan 68 year old of Scruggs passed away on April 17, 2021. On April 16,1953 he was born to the late Joseph and Janie (Maxey) Montgomery. On May 2nd, 1981 he married the love of his life, Shirley Elaine Hundley. He retired from Western Virginia Water Authority (Roanoke Sewage Treatment Plant) after 30 years of service. He enjoyed farming, spending time with his family, and getting out and seeing people. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his two children, David (Rita) Montgomery of Floyd and Laura (Bobby Cook) Montgomery of Moneta. His pride and joys were his grandchildren, Judith "Judy" Montgomery, Tyler, Savannah Clemmer, Raylyn Holden, Zelena and Keegan Montgomery. He is also survived by his siblings, Linda Montgomery and Alvin Montgomery. He is also survived by his wife's family, John and Betty Hundley, sister in law Diana (Linley) Hackworth, and nephew Michael Hackworth. He is also survived by family from the Maxey, Montgomery, Hundley, Smith, and Blankenship sides.
The family wants to thank Carilion Hospice, Helen and Juliann for all the love and care they showed Barry while in their care. The family would also like to thank all of Franklin County's first responders for their support during this time. We also want to thank Conner-Bowman Funeral Home for helping us assist in carrying out Barry's final wish.
There will be a celebration of life in lieu of a funeral. His last wish was to continue helping people so he donated he body to science. The celebration of life will be on Saturday, April 24th at the Red Valley Community Center from 2 PM to 4 PM drop in style. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to St. Jude.
Arrangements by Conner-Bowman Funeral Home, Rocky Mount.