Joe Lee Montgomery, age 88 of Burnsville, North Carolina, went Home to be with the Lord on January 31, 2023. Joe was the son of late Joseph and Mary Evans Montgomery. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in his death by his sister, Hazel Callender.
Left to cherish his memory is his loving wife of 65 years, Brenda Montgomery; daughter, Debbie Mueller; son, Bradley Montgomery; grandchildren: Kristina Haberstich, Tom Mueller, Joe Mueller, Amber Medina, Brandon Montgomery, Hannah Watson; as well as ten great-grandchildren.
Joe dearly loved his service in the United States Air Force where he honorably served for over thirty-three years, retiring as Colonel. After retiring from Lockheed Martin as a director for the Space Shuttle, Joe moved to Yancey County where he volunteered at the Spruce Pine hospital, was a dedicated Deacon in his church, and a thirty plus year Rotarian.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
Holcombe Brothers Funeral Home is respectfully serving the Montgomery family.
Online condolences may be made at www.holcombebrothersfuneralhome.com