He will be missed greatly. [6], In 2002, Montgomery was invited, with other LGBT leaders from across the country, to meet with and inform United States Senators about the issues and challenges facing the LGBT community. Michaels killing was never solved. There is no photo or video of Jeffrey Daniel Montgomery.Be the first to share a memory to pay tribute. A viewing will be held at . I went to school with Wade. [6], In 2004, he helped organize opposition to Michigan's same-sex marriage constitutional amendment,[9] passed later that year. Jeffrey Montgomery in Georgia We found 24 records for Jeffrey Montgomery in Augusta, Atlanta and 12 other cities in Georgia. each comment to let us know of abusive posts. Let others know about your loved one's death. He is survived by : his mother Hazel Norman Montgomery; his children, Levi Montgomery (Madison Barron) and Tia Montgomery; his siblings, Linda Benko (Robert), Juanita Stryzinski (Thomas), James Montgomery (Karen), John Montgomery and Jessie Montgomery; and his grandsons, Brayden Rodger and Spencer Haden. Montgomery, a Grosse Pointe native, was student body president at Grosse Pointe South High School, according to a 1997 Free Press profile. Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, April 27, at Stradling Funeral Home, 201 Church Ave., Ephrata, followed by a Christian prayer service at 8 p.m. Friends also will be received from 8:30 to 9:45 a.m. Monday, April 30, at St. Benedict Catholic Church, Carrolltown, in the Boniface Wimmer room, followed by funeral Mass at 10 a.m. Interment, church cemetery. All rights reserved. To Plant Memorial Trees in memory, please visit our. I am very sorry for your loss. To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, He was also a presenter at White House and Senate conferences. Not just die hard Detroiters. Just say hello while he was out looking for antler sheds or just enjoying the peace and quiet and wild scenery. I knew him in High School and not once was he ever mean. We are so sorry for your loss. It may take up to 1 hour for your comment to appear on the website. I worked for BLM there, but became friends with Jeff through mutual friends. 2. Jeffrey Montgomery, the founder of Triangle Foundation in Detroit, died Monday, July 18 at age 63. He was a 2000 graduate of Broadmoor High School and was attending the ABC School (Associated Builder and Contractors-Pelican Chapter). We are sad to announce that on November 3, 2021, at the age of 49, Jeffrey Montgomery Sr. of Dubuque, Iowa passed away. I would run into him in the winter while grooming trails and he would follow along and hang out for the day. The James Montgomery Band). Use the 'Report' link on An email message containing instructions on how to reset your password has been sent to the e-mail address listed on your account. After graduating from Grosse Pointe Public Schools in 1971, he attended Michigan State University. He was 26 and a native of Baton Rouge. He was 26 and a native of Baton Rouge. Obituary Jeffrey F. Montgomery Sr., 49, of Dubuque, Iowa passed away on November 3, 2021, at home. [20], Montgomery was the co-chair of the National Coalition of Anti-Violence Programs (NCAVP), for which he was also a national spokesperson. The speech, dedicated to Shepard, holds significance for the gay community, John Montgomery said. My prayers are with Wade, and the family. Jeffrey Blane Montgomery 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. Don't knowingly lie about anyone ", "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". Dr. John Goodwin. Jeff was a wonderful friend and awesome person. Memorial contributions in Jeffreys memory may be made to Temple University Bone Marrow Transplant Program, 7604 Central Ave., Friends Hall Lower Level, Philadelphia, Pa. 19111. Select this result to view Jeffrey R Montgomery's phone number, address, and more. He was somewhat of a radical but he made our rights seem so basic, Kosofsky said. Order by 3:00PMThe day before. Mr. Jeffrey Montgomery, a Detroit resident, died Monday, July 18, 2016, from a heart attack, his family said. [1][7][19] National LGBT organizations paid for Montgomery to attend the trials of Shepard's killers. No memorial events are currently scheduled. April 23, 2022 [6][26], In 2000, he delivered the inaugural Matthew Shepard Memorial Lecture at Brown University. Memorial services for Mr. Montgomery are pending. jeff was always the one person who could see the positive in any situation. During peak periods such as Valentines Day, Memorial Day and most holidays, florists are not always able to keep up to demand. However, we will be happy to accept obituaries from family members pending proper verification of the death. Its a little bit hard to overstate the legacy. In the 21st century, it's not just urns and gravestones anymore. Dear Jan,Wade, Aunt Janice, Jimmy Jr, and family. [24] He was also an inaugural member of the WikiQueer Global Advisory Board and served as Strategic Counsel to the wiki's parent organization, The Aequalitas Project. Judy Montgomery woke up in heaven on February 2nd at 11:54 PM. Get an email notification whenever someone contributes to the discussion. March 10, 2021 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. The second best result is Jeffrey R Montgomery age 70s in Fort Myers, FL in the Gateway neighborhood. I guess you can't really put into writing how much it hurts to lose a friend and someone so young. A memorial will be held at Eastern Hills Baptist Church, Montgomery, Alabama, on Saturday, January 30, 2021, at 11:00 am. To plant trees in memory, please visit the. Create a password that only you will remember. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. [27], In the years prior to his death, he was working on a feature-length documentary showcasing his work in Detroit's LGBT community. We are sad to announce that on March 10, 2021 we had to say goodbye to Jeffrey Daniel Montgomery of Decatur, Alabama. Funeral homes often submit obituaries as a service to the families . It's surprising how much a musical selection can affect mourning. May God give you comfort, and God bless you all. To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one. 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. She fought valiantly after surviving a heart attack on December 5th, 2022, but the ensuing complications proved to be fatal after a 61-day battle. We always goofed off in ceramics.

Jeff was born on February 21, 1959 in Kankakee, IL. Survived by parents, Ephrata, formerly of Barnesboro; sister, Jill A., wife of Rick Floyd, North Beach, Md. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Jeffrey Ray Montgomery please visit our,

Jeffrey Ray Montgomery, age 63 of Fairbanks, passed away on Thursday, December 8, 2022. [13] He moved to Detroit after graduating and remained a resident of Detroit for the remainder of his life. In 1975, while attending Michigan State, he worked as the student house manager and head usher of the University's auditorium. Follow him on Twitter: @matthelms. During Mr. Montgomerys tenure, the Triangle Foundation became the most recognized voice for LGBT residents in Michigan and their fight for equality, said Agustin Arbulu, director of the Michigan Department of Civil Rights, in a statement Tuesday. Moriconi Funeral Home Inc., Northern Cambria, is assisting the family. A public memorial likely will be held later. He will always be in my thoughts, and his family will always be in my prayers. Would you like to offer Jeffrey Daniel Montgomerys loved ones a condolence message? In 1984, his partner, Michael, was shot to death outside a Detroit gay bar, prompting Montgomery to engage in LGBT advocacy. Your entry has exceeded the maximum character limit. I will miss knowing he out there in this world. Preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, James O. Barton Sr.; paternal grandmother, Sue Ambrose; and paternal grandfather, Elmer Ambrose. Dayton Daily News obituaries and family-placed death notices for Dayton and Ohio. He also was a founding member of the Woodhull Freedom Foundation, a Washington, D.C., group that advocates for sexual freedom as a fundamental human right. 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. March 1, 2023 Updated: March 2, 2023 12:09 p.m. 3. Jeff was an awesome person. He was 51 years of age. A unique and lasting tribute for a loved one. Jeffrey F. Montgomery Sr., 49, of Dubuque, died on Wednesday, Nov. 3, 2021. He could always make you laugh. [citation needed], He graduated from Michigan State University in 1976[5] with a bachelor's degree in social science. Our love, thoughts, and prayers are with you all. He was the groups executive director until 2007. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. His constant smile and upbeat personality will greatly be missed. Write your message of sympathy today. He has lived in Alaska. [19][21] He was also a member of the Steering Committee of the Michigan Alliance Against Hate Crimes,[22] the Bias Crime Response Task Force of the Michigan Commission on Civil Rights,[6][23] and a board member of the ACLU of Michigan. Jeff had never thought about being political, John Montgomery said. He was 26 and a native of Baton Rouge. Jeff was such a great person. Sign up for service and obituary updates. Authorize the publication of the original written obituary with the accompanying photo. He was an awesome person, and I'm honored to have had him as a friend. I graduated with Jeff in 2000. Mr. Montgomery is survived by his mother. [4][6], The Detroit City Council honored Montgomery with the "Spirit of Detroit" award three times. What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative? He was a public relations executive. There is no photo or video of Jeffrey Montgomery.Be the first to share a memory to pay tribute. On Monday, September 6, 2021, Jeff expired peacefully at home after a six year battle with ALS. They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel. Funeral homes often submit obituaries as a service to the families they are assisting. Parker James Montgomery, son of Jeffrey and Bobbi (Hill) Montgomery, was born on March 4, 1999, in Detroit Lakes, MN. He was somebody I could talk to about any subject, about anything, John Montgomery said. 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. Shepard, 21, was a gay University of Wyoming student beaten and left to die in 1998. All rights reserved. Praying that you are all doing well during these times. A unique and lasting tribute for a loved one. Obituary. Funeral Home Services for . Jeffrey was born on May 27, 1986, the son of Michael Lee Hoskins and Elaine Ingram Hoskins of Montgomery , Alabama. [25], Montgomery was among a group of LGBT activists, representing NCAVP, invited to Washington, D.C. for meetings beginning in 1997 with senior policy officials at the White House. I am thankful I had the opportunity to know him. With over 1,900 locations, Dignity Memorial providers proudly serve over 375,000 families a year. He will definitely be missed. He has lived in Alaska for over 40 years. [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. [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. Jeff was such a nice and caring person. There are no events scheduled. Expand the Memories and Condolences form. Plant a tree to honor the memory of your loved one. He always made me laugh. Invalid password or account does not exist. Your e-mail address will be used to confirm your account. He recently visited his brother, Clayton in Colorado for an adventure of elk hunting, hiking, snow skiing, snowmobiling, soaking in hot springs and hiking his brother's beautiful mountain property. [6] That address, "AmericaYou Kill Me," was dedicated to Matthew Shepard. Jeff was probably the most genuine person I have ever met. We are sad to announce that on March 10, 2021 we had to say goodbye to Jeffrey Daniel Montgomery of Decatur, Alabama. I knew Jeff at Broadmoor and I only have good memories of him. Echovita Inc is a registered trademark. friends like jeff don't come around often i was truly blessed with his frienship and i will love jeff always! Montgomery was born in Detroit, Michigan on May 9, 1953. Visitation for Frank Scott will be Saturday, December 28, 2019, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Brewton First United Methodist Church, 820 Belleville Avenue, followed by the Celebration of Life at 1:30 p.m . He was an artisan and owner of woodenrings.com specializing in beautiful custom made wood rings. Help tell the story of your loved ones unique life. (60 years old), March 17, 1962 - Echovita offers a solidarity program that gives back the funds generated to families. I am sorry for his family's loss and hope that now Jeff is in a better place. I did not know Jeffrey, nor his family or friends, but I witnessed the love and compassion for him while walking my young granddaughter along the canal behind Broadmoor yesterday. Grief researchers say holding that missing funeral service, even a year or more later, can still help us heal. Jeff was born on February 21, 1959 in Kankakee, IL. Contact Matt Helms: 313-222-1450 or mhelms@freepress.com. You can then forward the email to the family or print it and give it to them personally. Search our full archives for obituaries going as far back as our microfilm records. If you are having trouble, click Save Image As and rename the file to meet the character requirement and try again. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family. Before working with the Triangle Foundation, Montgomery was public relations director for Detroits Thanksgiving Day parade and worked for about 13 years on the restoration of Detroits Orchestra Hall in the 1970s and 80s. He was 63. Born Jan. 19, 1970, in Spangler, son of James and Anne. His family and friends are in my prayers. No racism, sexism or any sort of -ism [5], He made the formal announcement of his departure as executive director at the organization's 2007 annual dinner on September 29, 2007. Donations may be made to support a documentary about Montgomerys life, America You Kill Me, at www.jeffreymontgomery.org. Jeffrey Montgomery, who turned his anger over inaction in the wake of his partners killing in an anti-gay hate crime into the Triangle Foundation, an influential group fighting for LGBT rights in Michigan and beyond, died Monday at Harper Hospital in Detroit. He went out to Wyoming and attended the trial and was an adviser to the Shepard family when they were going through that. I learned a lot about that country and much of his history there that he shared. Here is Jeffrey Daniel Montgomery's obituary. I will miss him dearly. [22], In September 2012, the Woodhull Sexual Freedom Alliance honored Montgomery with its Vicki Sexual Freedom Award. Jeff loved trapping, hunting, snowmobiling, grilling, and shooting pool. I have wonderful memories of playing baseball, kickball, & football in the yard; swimming in the lake; messing around in the creek; riding bikes; & the endless game of Monopoly. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family. You have funeral questions, we have answers. He was predeceased by : his father James Montgomery. We won't share it with anyone else. [6][10][11] Initially engaging in victim advocacy around LGBT violence, and to improve handling of LGBT related cases, the foundation's work expanded to LGBT civil rights and advocacy, with projects for anti-violence, media activism, and legislative education on LGBT civil rights. Recommend Jeffrey's obituary to your friends. MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) -Montgomery pediatrician Dr. Jeffrey Simon has died. Jeff was born on Feb. 21, 1959, in Kankakee, Illinois. 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. Prepare a personalized obituary for someone you loved.. January 28, 1963 - </p><p>Jeff was born on February 21, 1959 in Kankakee, IL. [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. [35], For other people named Jeff Montgomery, see, Last edited on 27 February 2023, at 12:10, National Coalition of Anti-Violence Programs, Michigan's same-sex marriage constitutional amendment, "Jeff Montgomery, Michigan Gay-Rights Advocate, Dies at 63", "Michigan LGBTQ Activist Jeffrey Montgomery Dies at 63", "Remembering Jeff Montgomery, LGBTQ Rights Advocate", "Breaking: Jeffrey Montgomery, Triangle Foundation Founder, Has Died", "Michigan Gay Rights Activist Jeffrey Montgomery Dies", "Jeffrey Montgomery, LGBTQ Leader Dies at 63", "Gay Couples Are Denied Marriage Licenses in Detroit", "Triangle Foundation Director to Step Down", "Show Must Go On, So It Did in MSU Flood", "Young Detroiter Shares Washington Limelight with George Bush", "Woodward Avenue Blues Eased with Parade Shift", "Should Canton Get into Morals Business? Jeffrey Montgomery (May 9, 1953 - July 18, 2016) was an American LGBT activist and public relations executive. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family. Mr. Jeffrey Montgomery, a Detroit resident, died Monday, July 18, 2016, from a heart attack, his family said. 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. We are so sorry for your lost our thoughts and our prayers will always be with your family. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. that is degrading to another person. Survivors also include: 2 Daughters: [1][14], He worked as public relations director of America's Thanksgiving Parade. His fight, our fight, is not over, Kosofsky said. Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you. The best poems for funerals, memorial services., and cards. He was a pioneer in understanding that the issues of any oppressed community is the issue of all oppressed communities.. The film, America You Kill Me, premiered at the Freep Film Festival in Detroit on April 28, 2022. Jeffrey was an avid golfer, diehard Steelers and Penguins fan. April 23, 2022 We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time. "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.". Send your deepest condolences with fresh flowers. We are very sorry for your lose. Keep it Clean. He was predeceased by : his father James Montgomery. He stood to make the world safer not more divided. [6], He received the Liberty Bell Award from the State Bar of Michigan at their annual meeting in September 2006. Jeff was truly a wonderful person. [6] The Michigan Legislature twice commended Montgomery with special tributes. He was married to his wife of 21 years, Valrie C. Treese, on Oct. 22, 1996. . Visitation. Montgomery - Reed, Jeffery, a resident of Montgomery, AL, passed away on January 9, 2022. I keep remembering the times that I have had with Jeff. Planting will take place in Spring or Summer of the same year. I knew Jeff for over 30 years. He knew what he was talking about it. In 1984, his partner, Michael, was shot to death outside a Detroit gay bar, prompting Montgomery to engage in LGBT advocacy. I can't even begin to explain how horrible this is. Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you. He has lived in Alaska for over 40 years. [21], Montgomery accepted the Lifetime Achievement Award at the Pride Banquet and Awards Ceremony in Warren, Michigan on June 25, 2010. [1], Montgomery worked for approximately thirteen years, until January 1989, on the restoration of Detroit's Orchestra Hall. Jeffrey was born on May 27, 1986, the son of Michael Lee Hoskins and Elaine Ingram Hoskins of Montgomery , Alabama. Trailer for documentary about Montgomery, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Jeffrey_Montgomery&oldid=1141895869, This page was last edited on 27 February 2023, at 12:10. I'm so sorry to hear of Jeff's passing. To follow Jeffrey's story, enter your email. Jeff was a great big brother. After an order is placed, our forestry partners will plant the tree in the area of greatest need (nearest the funeral home), according to the planting schedule for the year. Be Truthful. Not just queers. In his spare time he enjoyed fishing, riding his dirt bike, hunting, biking, canoeing, kayaking, hiking, getting lost in the woods, playing volleyball, walking on the beach and spending time with his family, friends and very special dogs Jack and Ophelia. Jeffrey was preceded in death by his grandparents Dannie and Eileen Hoskins, Bill and Muriel Ingram and aunt Gail Wood. God Bless You. Jeffrey Ray Montgomery, 63, of Fairbanks, passed away on Thursday, Dec. 8, 2022.Jeff was born on Feb. 21, 1959, in Kankakee, Illinois. TUES-SAT He departed this life on Sunday, October 18th, 2020, Baptist East Hardin in Elizabethtown, KY. The world lost a good man. [1][2][3][5] He was motivated to work on LGBT anti-violence issues after learning from a Wayne County prosecutor a day after Michael's funeral that the Detroit Police Department was not spending many resources on solving the murder, calling it "just another gay killing". Planting will take place in Spring of the following year. Prepare a personalized obituary for someone you loved.. March 17, 1962 - A cause of death wasnt immediately known, but friends said his health had been declining in recent years. There are no events at this time.