Tommy Joe Montgomery

Tommy Joe Montgomery was born May 11, 1956 in Selmer, TN the son of Shirley Whitaker Montgomery and the late Thomas Junior Montgomery. He graduated from McNairy Central High School in 1974.

He was united in marriage to Sue Kirk on May 25, 1974.

Tommy Joe worked for many years as a drywall hanger and finisher. He enjoyed gardening, yard work, fishing, hunting, and going to the river. His greatest joy was from spending time with his grandchildren.

Mr. Montgomery departed this life on August 19, 2022 in Bethel Springs, Tennessee at the age of 66 Years, 3 Months, 8 Days. He is survived by his wife Sue Montgomery of Bethel Springs, TN; a daughter, Brandy Stone and husband Leavy of Selmer, TN; a son, Thomas Daniel Montgomery and wife Melissa of Bethel Springs, TN; mother, Shirley Whitaker Montgomery of Selmer, TN; two brothers, David Montgomery and wife Donna of Selmer, TN, Billy Montgomery and wife Betty of Morris Chapel, TN; a sister, Diane Montgomery of Selmer, TN; six grandchildren, Brittany Montgomery of Bethel Springs, TN, Emma Stone and friend Caleb Powell of Milan, TN, Garrett Stone of Tijuana, NM, Landon Montgomery of Bethel Springs, TN, Case Stone of Selmer, TN, Brock Stone of Finger, TN; great grandson, Easton Powell; Ralph and Ruby Whitaker family; his favorite companion, Izzy the Poodle; and a host of extended family and friends.

In addition to his father, Mr. Montgomery was preceded in death by grandparents, Tom and Odie Montgomery, Walter and Ella Mae Whitaker.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.