There is no photo or video of Jeffrey Daniel Montgomery.Be the first to share a memory to pay tribute. He was the son of: Mother - Janice Gaskin Montgomery, who has preceded him in death Father - Al Montgomery, who has preceded him in death. Dear Jan,Wade, Aunt Janice, Jimmy Jr, and family. For some people, the best send-off is one that they would have loved to attendthemselves: a big party. person will not be tolerated. [1][15] He was serving in this role in 1989 when the parade moved back to the Gnome block[16] and in 1990, when for the first time a balloon escaped from the parade. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family. Select this result to view Jeffrey R Montgomery's phone number, address, and more. Would you like to offer Jeffrey Montgomerys loved ones a condolence message? . They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel. March 10, 2021 He was an awesome person, and I'm honored to have had him as a friend. Follow him on Twitter: @matthelms. "He cared deeply for those he served for so long, speaking out for human rights for almost three decades through his advocacy against violence, homelessness, HIV, and the recognition of the diversity of family, sex and sexuality.". April 23, 2022 He was a Pipe Coverer and Insulator/Electrician. He was a pioneer in understanding that the issues of any oppressed community is the issue of all oppressed communities.. I love and miss my friend. Former Triangle board chairman Jim Lessenberry recalled Montgomery as a man with a rich sense of humor to go along with a commitment to basic fairness. Please wear a mask. Online condolences can be given at stradlingfuneralhome.com or moriconifuneralhome.com. JEFFREY MONTGOMERY OBITUARY Jeffrey Ray Montgomery, 63, of Fairbanks, passed away on Thursday, Dec. 8, 2022. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Thursday, November 18, 2021, at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road where a sharing service will be held at 7:00 p.m. Jeff was born in Dubuque, IA on July 20, 1972, the son of Rose . [6] The Michigan Legislature twice commended Montgomery with special tributes. He was a graduate of Auburn University Montgomery with a degree in Computer Science . Born Jan. 19, 1970, in Spangler, son of James and Anne. And Jeffs uncompromising call for equality is what his legacy will be.. Still miss Monty . I am very sorry for your loss. He was a Pipe Coverer and Insulator/Electrician. Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 18, at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road, where a sharing service will follow. He was a Pipe Coverer and Insulator/Electrician. We are sad to announce that on November 3, 2021, at the age of 49, Jeffrey Montgomery Sr. of Dubuque, Iowa passed away. Jan Stevenson, co-publisher of the Michigan LGBT newspaper Between the Lines, had known Montgomery since 1989. [5], In May 2003, Michigan Governor Jennifer M. Granholm honored his work with a special tribute, calling him a "hero and living legend". Jeff was a fun person, he will be missed very much!! ", "Sexual Advance Triggered Beating of Shepard, Defense Attorney Says", "Matthew Shepard Story Special, The (2001) - Overview", "Kaplan, Montgomery Honored by State Bar", "Panel urges a broader state hate crime law", "Woodhull Freedom Foundation Mourns Death of One of Its Founders, Jeffrey Montgomery", "Our Best and Brightest Activists: Politics", "Legendary Sexual Freedom Advocate to be Honored for Dedication to Establishing Sexual Freedom as a Fundamental Human Right", "National LGBTQ Wall of Honor unveiled at Stonewall Inn", "National LGBTQ Wall of Honor to be unveiled at historic Stonewall Inn", "Groups seek names for Stonewall 50 honor wall". Use the 'Report' link on Let others know about your loved one's death. He was the groups executive director until 2007. You can then forward the email to the family or print it and give it to them personally. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. He departed this life on Sunday, October 18th, 2020, Baptist East Hardin in Elizabethtown, KY. Obituary Jeffrey F. Montgomery Sr., 49, of Dubuque, Iowa passed away on November 3, 2021, at home. Echovita offers a solidarity program that gives back the funds generated to families. The world lost a good man. He was an artisan and owner of woodenrings.com specializing in beautiful custom made wood rings. A cause of death wasnt immediately known, but friends said his health had been declining in recent years. jeff was the best friend any person could ever be blessed with! Police considered it just another gay crime and refused to investigate it as a hate crime, said John Montgomery. Help tell the story of your loved ones unique life. We are so sorry for your loss. I'm so sorry to hear of Jeff's passing. He received a bachelors degree in social science from Michigan State University. Your e-mail address will be used to confirm your account. No racism, sexism or any sort of -ism Receive obituaries from the city or cities of your choice. Not just queers. [1] In 2001, Montgomery was a featured participant in an A&E Network documentary about the Matthew Shepard case. A funeral service will be held Friday, March 3, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. in Goodship Baptist Church, Millbrook, AL . Jeffrey Ray Montgomery, 63, of Fairbanks, passed away on Thursday, Dec. 8, 2022. "For all the ferocity of his refusal to let others suffer harm, Jeff was a gentle soul," said Woodhull's president and CEO, Ricci Levy. He was a kind and gentle man who will be missed by so many. Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. Don't knowingly lie about anyone To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, He became nationally known for his work and served at numerous organizations. Jeff was a special person who would do anything for his friends and family. The film, America You Kill Me, premiered at the Freep Film Festival in Detroit on April 28, 2022. He is also survived by nieces and nephews. To download this photo, the file name must have less than 255 characters. [6][26], In 2000, he delivered the inaugural Matthew Shepard Memorial Lecture at Brown University. On Monday, September 6, 2021, Jeff expired peacefully at home after a six year battle with ALS. I knew Jeff for over 30 years. [6] He grew up in nearby Grosse Pointe and graduated in 1971 from Grosse Pointe South High School,[1][6] where he had served as student body president. Jeffs remains will be spread in some of his favorite wild places.. We are truly sorry for your loss. [10], Following the murder of his partner, Michael, in 1984, Montgomery began to engage in LGBT advocacy. Notifications from this discussion will be disabled. He was an artisan and owner of woodenrings.com specializing in beautiful . It may take up to 1 hour for your comment to appear on the website. Jeffrey Montgomery Sr. Obituary. He has lived in Alaska for over 40 years. [12] His other brother, John Montgomery,[6] also worked in the music industry before becoming an entrepreneur in the Metro Detroit area. [6], In 1997, he received a Golden Apple Award from the Roeper School. friends like jeff don't come around often i was truly blessed with his frienship and i will love jeff always! He has lived in Alaska for over 40 years. I guess you can't really put into writing how much it hurts to lose a friend and someone so young. Visitation. Comfort the family with flowers or a sympathy gift. Moriconi Funeral Home Inc., Northern Cambria, is assisting the family. David Kessler's top 4 tips for dealing with holiday grief. The importance of saying "I love you" during COVID-19, Effective ways of dealing with the grieving process, Solutions to show your sympathy safely during the Covid-19 pandemic. He was a public relations executive. Plant a tree to honor the memory of your loved one. Your entry has exceeded the maximum character limit. Born on Feb. 27, 1960, in Williamsport, he was a son of Walter Montgomery and Dorothy (Cupp) Montgomery. A unique and lasting tribute for a loved one. Don't Threaten. Jeffrey was born on May 27, 1986, the son of Michael Lee Hoskins and Elaine Ingram Hoskins of Montgomery , Alabama. Jeff was an awesome person. He went out to Wyoming and attended the trial and was an adviser to the Shepard family when they were going through that. A celebration of Judy's life will be held at Open Door Church in Burleson, Texas at 2:00 PM on Saturday, February 11th, 2023. He was somewhat of a radical but he made our rights seem so basic, Kosofsky said. [13] He moved to Detroit after graduating and remained a resident of Detroit for the remainder of his life. With two friends, Henry D. Messer and John Monahan, Mr. Montgomery. Planting will take place in Spring of the following year. His constant smile and upbeat personality will greatly be missed. The Detroit resident was 63. Tribute will contact you if there are any issues. Send your deepest condolences with fresh flowers. [1] Friends reported that his health had been declining in the preceding years. it makes you realize how precious life is and how you should cherish your friends and family while you have them!i thank god for letting our paths cross and us becoming friends. I graduated with Jeff in 2000. A memorial will be held at Eastern Hills Baptist Church, Montgomery, Alabama, on Saturday, January 30, 2021, at 11:00 am. With over 1,900 locations, Dignity Memorial providers proudly serve over 375,000 families a year. An official certificate recognizing your purchase will be included with your email receipt. Jeff was a really sweet guy and a good worker who will be greatly missed by the ISC family. The office. He changed a lot of lives for the good.. I knew him in High School and not once was he ever mean. [31], In June 2019, Montgomery was one of the inaugural fifty American pioneers, trailblazers, and heroes inducted on the National LGBTQ Wall of Honor within the Stonewall National Monument (SNM) in New York Citys Stonewall Inn. Get an email notification whenever someone contributes to the discussion. Jeffrey Montgomery Obituary We are sad to announce that on April 23, 2022, at the age of 60, Jeffrey Montgomery of Athens, Alabama passed away. Montgomery - Reed, Jeffery, a resident of Montgomery, AL, passed away on January 9, 2022. No memorial events are currently scheduled. He was 63. Submit An Obituary. A resident of Greenwell Springs and an electrical apprentice, he died at 10:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 8, 2007, as the result of an automobile accident. And then I had the pleasure of meeting Jeff at the Texas club. OBITUARY Jeffrey Michael Hoskins May 27, 1986 - January 22, 2021. . Jeffrey Ray Montgomery, 63, of Fairbanks, passed away on Thursday, Dec. 8, 2022.Jeff was born on Feb. 21, 1959, in Kankakee, Illinois. Write your message of sympathy today. March 1, 2023 Updated: March 2, 2023 12:09 p.m. 3. Visitation at Rabenhorst Funeral Home East, 11000 Florida Blvd., was on Tuesday, Sept. 11, from 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Visitation at the funeral home chapel on Wednesday from 10 a.m. until religious service at noon, conducted by the Rev. Montgomery in 1991 helped found Triangle, formed initially to assist victims of anti-gay crimes and work with police and prosecutors to change the culture of how anti-LGBT crimes were treated. Parker grew up in Alexandria and attended First Lutheran Church. Among his recognitions, Mr. Montgomery received three Spirit of Detroit awards and was commended by the Michigan Legislature. Michaels killing was never solved. We are sad to announce that on March 10, 2021 we had to say goodbye to Jeffrey Daniel Montgomery of Decatur, Alabama. Submitting this form below will send a message to your email with a link to change your password. (60 years old), March 17, 1962 - Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love. Your family is in my prayers. The world. [1][2] By 2003, the organization had grown to five paid staff and hundreds of volunteers, and had helped about 5,000 victims of LGBT-related discrimination, harassment, or violence. He is also survived by numerous siblings; numerous nieces and nephews. Food has always been a go-to for people in mourning. I knew Jeff at Broadmoor and I only have good memories of him. Preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, James O. Barton Sr.; paternal grandmother, Sue Ambrose; and paternal grandfather, Elmer Ambrose. However, we will be happy to accept obituaries from family members pending proper verification of the death. [1][7] His father, John Montgomery, worked for Chrysler as a public relations executive. [1][3], Montgomery was widely quoted in media outlets on LGBT issues and high-profile LGBT-related crimes,[6] such as the murder of Scott Amedure in 1995,[3][7][18] and murder of Matthew Shepard. We won't share it with anyone else. The group would merge in 2010 with Lansing-based Michigan Equality to form the statewide Equality Michigan group. 1:08 Jeffrey Montgomery, who turned his anger over inaction in the wake of his partner's killing in an anti-gay hate crime into the Triangle Foundation, an influential group fighting for LGBT. He was a graduate of Auburn University Montgomery with a degree in Computer Science . Survivors also include: 2 Daughters: He was right there. He has lived in Alaska for over 40 years. Your account has been registered, and you are now logged in. A unique and lasting tribute for a loved one. He is survived by : his daughter Brittany Montgomery; and his pet Bam. Survivors include his brothers, John and James Montgomery, and two nieces. [1][14], He worked as public relations director of America's Thanksgiving Parade. so sorry to see a good person go we will miss you in class man, and wade our hearts and thoughts are with you and your family. He loved nature; watching the Blue Birds raise their babies in his yard, marveling at the beautiful sunrise and sunsets, then sharing those pictures with his family. Copyright 2023 Echovita Inc. All rights reserved. Copyright 2023 Echovita Inc. All rights reserved. [6], In 2004, he helped organize opposition to Michigan's same-sex marriage constitutional amendment,[9] passed later that year. Its hard to believe its been so many years yet Jeffs smile is easy to remember. Visitation Due to seasonal conditions, the tree planting takes place during the spring and summer. National gay rights groups also paid to have Montgomery attend the trial of the killers of Matthew Shepard, the 21-year-old Wyoming college student who was brutally attacked, tied to a fence outside Laramie and left to die in 1998, said Sean Kosofsky, who worked with Montgomery atthe Triangle Foundation for more than a decade. We'd love to hear eyewitness He knew what he was talking about it. CANDLE HAS BEEN LIT CANDLES HAVE BEEN LIT, We are reviewing your submission. Here, in a quiet place by running water, and gentle protective trees, is a small shrine honoring him. [1][5], Montgomery died from a heart attack[6] at the age of 63 on July 18, 2016[2][4][6] at Harper University Hospital in Detroit.