Deacon Charles F. Montgomery Obituary in Rome at F.K. Jones Funeral Home

Obituary For Deacon Charles F. Montgomery

“The steps of a righteous man are ordered by the Lord: and he delighteth in his way”. Psalms 37:23

Mr. Charles Fred Montgomery’s steps were ordered by the Lord for 95 years. On Tuesday July 11, 2023, the Master Gardener decided to reap the fruit of His harvest Charles transitioned peacefully in his home surrounded by his family.

He was born on January 18, 1928 to the late Forest and Daisy Howell Montgomery. To this union, Charles was one of fourteen children born. He and his siblings were raised and educated in the Six Miles area.

He was a faithful member of Flatrock Baptist Church, where he served as a deacon. In the mid 1990s he began to fellowship with his daughter and son in law at Victory Fellowship Center located in Calhoun Georgia.

At the age of 22, his lifelong love story begun. He married Mattie Lou Ragland Montgomery on August 12, 1950. He and Mattie enjoyed 63 wonderful years together prior to God calling her home on December 23, 2013. With a heavy heart, Charles had to say goodbye to his best friend knowing that one day he would see her again. God, in his faithfulness saw fit to bless this union with 8 children. Together they mourned the loss of their youngest son, Benton in 1983. During their 63 years of marriage, Charles worked and retired from Temple Inland in 1993 after 33 years of service.

Charles was considered by many to be a very resourceful man. He was skilled as an excellent and experienced gardener and hunter. Gardening was where he was often found planting rows and rows of produce careful to keep each row straight to avoid seeding overlap. His meticulous bounty was enjoyed by many through soft spoken conversations filled with many seeds of wisdom and guidance, through bundles of vegetables hand picked awaiting your visit, or through a delicious meal cooked on any given day to be enjoyed by everyone that stopped by. As a husband, dad, friend, gardener, hunter, Charles was able to leave a legacy for his 7 children and others that life will bring all types of weather and the ability to adapt to life’s experiences coupled with a willingness to work hard, then life will deliver the fruits that you sow.

Charles leaves to cherish his legacy and memories to his sons and daughters: Mr. Joe Albert (Wanda)Montgomery, Mr. Carlton (Sandra) Montgomery, Ms. Juliett (late Maurice) Simmons, Mr. Elgin (Betty) Montgomery, Mr. Fred (Donna) Montgomery, Mr. Bobby (Audrey) Montgomery, and Ms. Sherrie Montgomery. Along with his children, he leaves his brother and sister-in laws: Mr. Eugene(Emma) Montgomery, Ms. Rosa ( late Joe Albert) Ragland, and Ms. Dani (late Charles) Ragland. Charles leaves: 8 grand children and 11 great grand children, a host of nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends.

We will Celebrate the Life of Deacon Charles F. Montgomery on Saturday, July 15, 2023 at 11 am at Eastview Cemetery (Rome).

The Family will receive friends from 6 pm until 8 pm on Friday, July 14, 2023 at F. K. Jones Funeral Home in Peek Chapel.

Please keep the Montgomery Family lifted in prayer.

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We love you all, The Clayton's.

Juliett, Fred, Bobby, and family I am so sorry to hear of loss of your Father. You all will be in my thought's and prayer"s. Love you all, Leslie Yarbrough.

My deepest condolences to the immediate family of Cousin Charles. Our family will miss him deeply. He was such a kind person. Whenever my Mom and I would come to town, he and Cousin Mattie always came to see us. I'll miss seeing him but will always hold close to my heart the warm memories of him. My prayers are with you family. May you find comfort in the many memories. Rest well Cousin Charles! Vanessa Brogsdale

Indeed, the steps of a Good Man are ordered by the Lord. Simply put, Cousin Charles was a Good Man. And what a Legacy he leaves, not only to his immediate Family, but to All of us...A Legacy of Love for God and Family; one's Fellowman and one of Hard Work. Taking a Stroll down Memory Lane: As a young pre- teen attending church at Flat Rock Baptist Church, my Home Church, I recall Cousin Mattie and Cousin Charles as a Loving, devoted Couple, a couple to be admired. And this Love and Devotion to each other continued throughout the years. On the Second Sunday of each month, our once- a- month church Service, Families would pack food for " Dinner on the Ground" because there would be 2 Services each second Sunday. Not only would Cousins Mattie and Charles pack food for themselves and their children, but there was always extra food for other Families as well. There was no comparison to Cousin Mattie's fried chicken, pies and cakes.. Such a Generous, Loving Couple!! Cousin Charles, you have earned your Rest and though your earthly presence is no longer with us, you will forever remain in our hearts. Heartfelt Condolences, Love and Prayers are being extended to the Charles Montgomery Family, our Family, as we say " So Long". We shall see you in that Great Wakening- Up Morning....John and Laney Montgomery Stevenson

Praying for the Montgomery Family. Peace to you all. Dell Alford

To the family...May Mr Montgomery rest in peace at his new resident in Heaven. I pray that God, the source of hope, will fill each of you completely with His joy and peace because you trust in Him. Hold on to all the sweet memories you all have created. Continue to live and position your life so you may see all of your love ones again. Much Love, Marvin Dixon 🙏🏾❤️

Wishing you Peace as you remember and mourn your loss, know that you are being thought of with love and sympathy. Melva, Mary and Willie 🙏🏽

We extend our deepest and heartfelt condolences to the Family. Keeping you all lifted up in prayer. -Pastor Georgia Gibson and The Solid Holy Rock Church family.

Mr Charles, a good and faithful servant. You were a soft spoken man, a cheerful giver and a man of God. You will be missed. To the family, "Trust in the Lord", and remember Psalm 62:8, God is our refuge". C. Linder

My heart goes out to the Montgomery family, as I send my heartfelt sympathy to you at this sad time. Please know that I am praying for your peace and comfort. "Weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning." Rosie Walker

My condolences to this wonderful family.Mr.Charles and Mrs.Mattie were my grandma Madgie Thompson close friends .they would always pick her up to go to flat Rock with them some Sundays Mrs.Mattie called her mama Mag..love you all and you are in our prayers.. Cecelia Abbott..

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With my deepest condolences to you and your family Mildred & Yvette McDaniel

Sending my condolences to the family from the Albert-Staton family, Chattanooga, TN

Mr. Charles was such a nice man. May God bless you all. Our condolences to the Montgomery family. Glenn Watters and Family

Prayers and condolences to the families. May your cherished memories of your loved one comfort you in the days ahead. Eva Hall and family

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HAVE MERCY, LORD JESUS!!! Precious LORD, please Keep Us Near The CROSS!!! The Queen Chapel Independent Methodist Church Family extend our Heartfelt Love, PRAYERS, Peace, Comfort, and DEEPEST CONDOLENCES to Mr. Carlton (Sandra) Montgomery, Ms. Juliett (The late Pastor Maurice) Simmons, Mr. Joe Albert (Wanda)Montgomery, Mr. Elgin (Betty) Montgomery, Mr. Fred (Donna) Montgomery, Mr. Bobby (Audrey) Montgomery, Ms. Sherrie Montgomery, Grands, Great Grands; and the extended Ragland - Montgomery Family, Friends and Associates during this very difficult time of grief and sadness.🌹Gone, But Not Forgotten, "The steps of a righteous man are ordered by the Lord: and he delighteth in his way". - Psalm 37:23; RIH, Deacon Charles F. Montgomery.🌹 THE LORD IS OUR SHEPHERD. 🙏 💗 ✝️ Pastor Louise Young Harris and the Queen Chapel Independent Methodist Church Family, Kingston, GA

Hello to the Juliette and family. Keep smiling no matter what. He had some great years. I love you and there's absolutely nothing you can do about it. Be blessed 💯😆👋🏽🔥🙏🏾

Family, I extend my sincerest condolences on the loss of your Father, Cousin Charles. May the peace that surpasses all understanding guard our hearts in the days to come. Lanetta Stevenson, Lithonia, GA

Deacon Charles Montgomery will be missed for his kindness,and always willing to give you some encouragement words,Family you all are in our prayers,Bishop Graham and True Gospel Church Family.

Sending prayers of strength and comfort during this difficult time🙏🏼. Roger & Melody Walker

My condolences to the Montgomery family. Fond memories of Mr. Montgomery will be remembered for ever. ~Deirdre Penister

My Condolences to the Family! I will never forget .r. Montgomery's homeade chow chow! It was The Best....🙏🏽❤️🙏🏽❤️

To God Be The Glory We send up prayers for strength, comfort and peace to shower down blessings during this tough time. Your Patriarch has answered his call home. He has completed his work here and has given the family life lessons and memories that will never leave you.
Thank you for sharing Mr. Charles with our family. Love and God Bless Always Psalm 27:13-14 Marion King Jesse & Denise Lloyd Vanessa Taylor