Obituary of Arlyn Montgomery

It is with heavy hearts that we announce Arlyn Montgomery died Tuesday, Oct. 29, 2024 at Wingham and District Hospital in her 83rd year after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. She will be greatly missed by her daughter Karen and son-in-law Daniel Gagné of Wichita Falls, TX. Arlyn will be lovingly remembered as Grandma by Alessandra and Colton. She was predeceased by husband of 55 years, Glenn Montgomery (2021), and parents George and Dorothy Powell.

Arlyn was a passionate educator and enjoyed a 35-year career as a full-time and, in later years while helping Glenn on the farms, a supply teacher in various area elementary schools. She was an active volunteer leading 4-H homemaking clubs for over 10 years. Arlyn held various board positions in the Huron County Branch - Ontario Genealogical Society and conducted research for people wishing to better connect with their ancestry.

Arlyn was a patient and humble servant of God. She was a devoted member of the Hutton Heights Community Church where she served in various capacities on the board of directors, was active in the women’s group, and enjoyed playing the keyboard on the worship team. She was grateful for the friendship, love and support provided by her church family.

Arlyn was always able to create “teachable” moments whether it be in a school lesson, crafting, sewing projects, working on musical celebrations at church or helping encourage someone starting their journey into family research. She enjoyed gardening, taking pride in her beautiful flowers and bountiful vegetable harvest.

Arlyn will be dearly missed by her brother Jack (Joan) Powell of St. Joseph; sister-in-law Joy (Gordon) Heiser of Chapin, SC; nieces and nephews: Jason (Maggie) Powell, Trowbridge; John (Kate) Powell, London; Jenine (Steve) Hurst, Listowel; Fay (Ken) Rate, Seaforth; Renee (Nick) Lanthier, Pittsford, NY; Shelly (Herbie) Reeves, Chapin, SC; and many Driscoll, Powell and Montgomery cousins.

The family will receive visitors at the McBurney Funeral Home, Wingham on Friday, November 1 from 5:00-8:00 p.m. A funeral service will be held Saturday, November 2 at 11:00 a.m. at Hutton Heights Community Church (21 Lloyd Street, Wingham) followed by a graveside burial at Clinton Cemetery. A time of food and fellowship will be held at the church following the burial.

A livestream of the funeral service will be available on www.HuttonHeights.ca

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Arlyn’s honour may be directed to the Hutton Heights Community Church, the Canadian Cancer Society or the charity of your choice.