Barbara Coffey Montgomery
October 1, 1937 ~ December 7, 2014
Resided in:
Candler, NC
Barbara Coffey Montgomery, 77, of Candler, died on Sunday, December 7, 2014, at the St. Joseph Campus of Mission Hospitals.
A native of Gastonia and resident of Buncombe Co. for most of her life, Mrs. Montgomery was a daughter of the late Carl and Bonnie Davis Coffey. She was also preceded in death by her husband of 45 years, Hoyt Glen Montgomery, and by a daughter, Donna Montgomery.
Barbara was a 1955 graduate of Sand Hill High School. She spent her life as a devoted wife and mother, and loved her family with all of her heart. She was like a mother to many who knew her. Many would remember her from the times she worked at Eckerd's in Candler, and for her sewing and quilting. She was a member of Pole Creek Baptist Church.
Mrs. Montgomery is survived by her daughter, Suzanne Montgomery of Candler; son, Wayne Montgomery of Morrisville; and brothers Don Coffey and wife Wanda, and Bill Coffey and wife Jeanne. She is also survived by her niece Donda Coffey Bennett and her children Neely and Addison Bennett, whom she loved dearly.
Graveside services will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Thursday at Forest Lawn Memorial Park, with the Rev. Dennis Thurman officiating. The family will receive friends from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. on Thursday at Groce Funeral Home, Patton Ave., prior to the service.
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Suzanne & Wayne,
I am so sorry for your loss. I have many fond memories of growing up down the street, and remember when Barbara asked my sister and I our names when we first moved to Hendrix Drive, when we replied that we were Suzanne and Donna, she thought we were making it up!
I know that your Mom is rejoicing in Heaven to see Donna, Hoyt, Carl and Bonnie again.
May the Lord hold you close at this sad time.
Don and wanda and family, Sorry to see the passing of your sister in paper. Praying for you all.
My thoughts and prayers go out to Barbara’s children and to the family. I am so sorry for your loss. I always enjoyed our times in the basketball gym many years ago. Praying for the peace that passes all understanding. God bless you all.
Wayne — my heart goes out to you and your sister in the loss of your
beloved mother. I know from the times we spoke about your mother, that
you loved her with all of your heart and were clearly a devoted son.
Rest in knowing that your mother knew that and was comforted by your
presence in her time of need. God Bless you and your family ….
Wayne, my heartfelt sympathies to you on the loss of your mom. You were there when it mattered most as I’m sure she was there for you. Be at peace that she is in a restful place. May her memory and love guide you as you move forward.
I will always treasure my memories of growing up just a couple of houses down from your family & how Barbara always welcomed me into your home each time I came over to play. She was such a sweet lady, who I’m glad I was able to reconnect with, recently (through Facebook… Imagine that. Lol.) Suzanne & Wayne, I’m sorry for your loss. Please know that you are on my heart & mind & in my prayers & will continue to be, in the difficult days ahead. Please feel free to give me a call if there’s anything I can do for you… even if it’s just to lend an understanding ear. I love you guys! (828)707-0587.
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you, Susanne.
When we lose a loved one here on earth, we gain an angel in heaven that watches over us. May you take comfort in knowing that you have another angel to watch over you now.
Mike & I extend our most sincere condolences to you & your family.
May God strengthen you in this time of lose. My family is praying for you.
Suzanne and Wayne…..and all the family…..I am so sorry for your loss….I have known Barbara, Hoyt and the whole family all my life….I am beyond words…they were all so precious…Suzanne, you and Kim went to Kindergarden together…played ball together….your Dad and Hugh coached softball teams…Oh so many memories…Your Mom and Mrs Coffey both made the MOST beautiful pjs and undies…man could those two sew….anyway, my heart and prayers are with ALL of you ,,,,,,With deepest sympathy …Jewel (Moore) Atwood
Suzanne and Wayne,
We just learned of your Mother’s passing and we know how difficult Christmas and the holiday season was for you. The separation will be hard for you, but what a beautiful time she is having in heaven. Rory was in the crowd with Donna, Hoyt, and all the other family members to welcome her home. What a wonderful reunion we will have to look forward to! We are only across the hill if you need us. Our thoughts, prayers and love will continue with you in Jesus,
Royce and Gwenda