Eugene A. Montague
December 19, 1927 - September 24, 2017
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Eugene A. Montague
December 19, 1927 - September 24, 2017
Obituary
Eugene Montague was born on December 19, 1927 to E. Tustin and Lillian Mattson Montague in Bellingham, WA.
While attending Bellingham High School, Eugene and 11 buddies were known as the “Dirty Dozen” for their work in forest fire suppression in Deming and Kendall. After graduation in 1945, he proudly served his country in the Army and Air National Guard in Alaska during the Korean Conflict.
Always a hard worker, Eugene began work at the age of seven doing potato roguing for his uncle, Conrad Mattson, in Lynden. He later worked delivering newspapers, setting pins at the bowling alley, and spent time as a Gandy Dancer on the railroad. He also worked for a short time as a logger and in a sawmill. In 1956, he started at the Bellingham Post Office as a letter carrier, where he worked for 27 years, and had one route for 17 years. Lastly, he worked ten years part time at Sound Beverage, finally retiring at age 80. A master gardener, after retirement Eugene went on to mow lawns and raise pumpkins for local kids.
Eugene was a proud member of the American Legion Post 7 for 69 years, as well as an active member in the Birchwood Garden Club, North Cascade Fuchsia Club, and the Dahlia Club.
He is predeceased by his parents, and son Mark.
Survivors include his wife of 56 years Hazel, sons Matthew (Jodee) and Michael (Robin), granddaughters Dustin, Dylan, and Kaitlin, grandson David (Katie), and a large extended family.
A memorial service with military honors will take place on Tuesday, October 3rd at 2:00PM at Moles Greenacres (5700 NW Dr. Ferndale).
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, Alzheimer’s Association, or to another charity of your choice.
Memorial Service
- Date & Time: October 3, 2017 (12:00 AM)
- Venue: Greenacres Memorial Park
- Location: 5700 Northwest Drive Ferndale, WA 98248 - (Get Directions)
- Phone Number: (360) -38-4-3401
7 responses to Eugene A. Montague
Alec,Susie & Casey Brooks says:
September 24, 2017
Dear Hazel and Family,We are thinking of you with MANY fond memories of our time as your neighbor on Valencia Street. You were like family and we felt loved and cared for by you and Gene for many years. So many fond memories. We still have the photograph Gene took of the racoon on one of the sheds for Casey when he was a toddler! We have great memories of pears,apples, and fresh grown veggies you would share so freely with us. The dahlias were always so beautiful. Your warm hearts and caring was so appreciated! Gene was a great man that will always be in our fondest memories of our time in Bellingham. Always willing to lend us a hand with what ever we needed help with! Thank you Gene & Hazel!
Love
Alec,Susie and Casey
Cheryl Rowe says:
September 24, 2017
Gene was our mailman for a number of years when we lived on “D” St. He would take our 2 kids and the neighbor’s 2 kids out to McDonald’s for their birthday(s) every year. At Christmas time he would give each one of the kids Storybook Lifesavers. My children are now 42 & 38. I am so sorry for your loss. Gene brought many a smile to those who were lucky enough to be on his route.
Darla Mork says:
September 24, 2017
Always remember Gene and his burger, had to get it just right. He was a good man to remember. Well be thinking of you all, God be with you .
Darla
Linda Ness says:
September 24, 2017
Hazel, I’m so sorry to hear that Gene has passed away. He alway added to much to our dahlia meetings.He will be missed.
Pat O'Grady says:
September 24, 2017
Dear Hazel, I’m very sorry to hear about Genes passing. Larry and I enjoyed our old timers lunches with the gang and Genes many stories he entertained us with. It seems like so many of that class of ’45 have left within a short time of one another. We know where they are and they are safely and peacefully in Gods Heavenly kingdom.My prayers go with you and your family. Pat O’Grady