Lynn Montgomery

Lynn Edward Montgomery of Tolono passed away August 15, 2022 at his home, after a courageous battle with COVID 19 and cancer.

He was born March 15, 1943 to Sherman and Helen (Bretzlaff) Montgomery.  He married Judy (Ruhnow) Montgomery on April 30, 1966.  He leaves behind his wife, Judy of 56 years, son, Mark (Debbie) Montgomery of Tolono, daughter, Mindy (Donnie) Spencer of Tolono, grandchildren, Tyler Spencer, Kelsey Montgomery, Cody Montgomery, Travis Spencer, great-granddaughter Oakley Spencer, brother, Gary (Theresa) Montgomery, brother-in-law, Jim (Rhonda) Ruhnow, a niece and nephews.

Lynn graduated from Unity High School in 1961.  He served in the Army National Guard from 1964 to 1970.  He retired from the Illinois Department of Transportation after 29 ½ years.  After retirement, he worked for Up Church Consultants and the Champaign County Highway.

He enjoyed going to car shows, NASCAR, hunting and fishing.  He was a long-time member of the Champaign County Bassmaster’s Club and the Champaign-Urbana Bass Club.

Visitation will be at Freese Funeral Home in Tolono of August 18, 2022 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM followed by a graveside service at Craw Cemetery in Sadorus with Pastor Matthew Montgomery officiating.

Memorials can be made to St. Paul Lutheran Church, Sadorus or Carle Hospice.

A special thank you to the Carle Infusion Department, Carle Hospice, Dr. Rowland and staff at Carle Cancer Center.

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