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Betty Maureen "Molly" Montgomery Sanford

August 30, 1939 — February 1, 2025


Betty Maureen "Molly" Montgomery Sanford was born on August 30, 1939 in Bath Springs, Tennessee, the daughter of the late Jay Hugh and Reba Ivy Montgomery.

She was united in marriage to James D. Sanford, who preceded his wife in death on April 1, 2013.

Mrs. Stanford worked for Michael's Sportswear as a seamstress. In her spare time, she enjoyed reading, quilting, puzzles, games, and listening to country music. She loved the Tennessee Volunteers and spending time with her family. Molly was a member of Saltillo Baptist Church in Saltillo, Tennessee and was recently attending Red Walnut Church of Christ in Bath Springs, Tennessee.

Betty Maureen "Molly" Montgomery Sanford departed this life on Saturday, February 1, 2025 in Jackson, Tennessee, at the age of 85 years, 5 months, and 2 days.

She is survived by her son, Jamie Sanford of Memphis, Tennessee; sisters, Polly Bishop, Melba King, Trissia Goff, and Linda Kirby; and brothers, Paul Montgomery, Ricky Montgomery, and Jeff Montgomery.

In addition to her parents and husband, Molly was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Shelly Sanford.

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Service Schedule

Past Services

Visitation

Thursday, February 6, 2025

5:00 - 8:00 pm (Central time)

Shackelford Funeral Directors - Savannah

450 Church Street, Savannah, TN 38372

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Visitation

Friday, February 7, 2025

10:00am - 1:00 pm (Central time)

Saltillo First Baptist Church

220 Main Street, Saltillo, TN 38370

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Funeral Service

Friday, February 7, 2025

Starts at 1:00 pm (Central time)

Saltillo First Baptist Church

220 Main Street, Saltillo, TN 38370

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Burial

Friday, February 7, 2025

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