Howard ”Gene” Eugene Montgomery, 82, of Cash, AR, passed away on Saturday, October 26, 2024, at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House. He was born on October 31, 1941, in Cash, AR, to Howard and Mary (Gallagher) Montgomery. Howard was a farmer and a truck driver and was of the Baptist faith. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and spending time with his grandchildren and his dog, Bentley.
He is preceded in death by his parents; grandson Christopher Pagan; brothers Johnny and George Montgomery; sister Marilyn Bennett; and special friend, Rick Strickland.
Those left to cherish the memories of Howard are his loving wife of 60 years, Linda Montgomery; his daughters Cheryl Pagan, Cynthia Wright, and Beth (Jason) Mcleod; grandchildren Chandice (Steve) Montgomery, Danielle Mcleod, Dylan Mcleod, Hayden Worley, Dakota Pagan, and Brittany (Zach) Crisp; great grandchildren Paxton, Isaiah, Wiley, and Avery; sisters Delores Barnett, Barbara Ivy, and Joan Rose; and many family, friends and loved ones.
A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, October 30, 2024, at 2:30pm at Holloway Cemetery in Cash, AR.
Visitation will precede the service from 1-2 at Roller Farmers Union Funeral Home 1900 W. Washington Ave. Jonesboro, AR 72401.
Arrangements are under the care of Roller Farmers Union Funeral Home.