LANCASTER, SC – Mr. Marion Crawford Montgomery, age 78, passed away April 25, 2024, at Atrium Health Pineville. He was born November 1, 1945, in Lancaster, son of the late Ezra Montgomery and Gladys Virginia Dunn Montgomery. Crawford graduated from Flat Creek High School as Valedictorian and graduated from the University of South Carolina with a bachelor's degree in business. He retired from Springs Industries as an Industrial Engineer and consulted with Venus Group. Crawford enjoyed fishing, going to car shows, coaching little league when his son was young and enjoyed being a part of the Dixie Youth organization. Spending time with his friends going to eat and just hanging out was a highlight for Crawford. He also enjoyed spending time with his son and his grandchildren who he loved dearly. Crawford was a member of Second Baptist Church Lancaster and The Moose Lodge.

Crawford is survived by his son, Brian Montgomery (Amy); two grandchildren, Alex Montgomery and Ansley Montgomery; his sister, Peggy M. White (Randy); nephew, Jason White (Jessica); great niece, Falyn White; Brian's mother, Lydia Horne (Perry); and many longtime friends.

The Celebration of Life Service for Crawford will be 4:00 pm Wednesday, May 1, 2024, at The Chapel of Burgess Funeral Home, officiated by Dr. David Carlton. Burial will be private.

The family will receive friends from 3:00-4:00 pm, one hour prior to the service, at Burgess Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, the family ask that memorial contributions be made to the American Heart Association, PO Box 840692, Dallas, TX 75284-0692 or Lancaster SPCA. PO Box 3042. Lancaster, SC 29721.