LANCASTER, SC –Jonathan Gary "Jon Boy" Montgomery, age 45, of Lancaster, died Monday, February 13, 2023.  He was born May 16,1977 in Lancaster, SC, a son of Jimmy Lee Montgomery and Janice Funderburk Montgomery and was the husband of Charli Yarborough Goff Montgomery.  Jon graduated from Buford High School in 1995 and York Technical College in 1997.  He was employed by ATI since 1997.

Jon loved all sports and was extremely proud of being a member of the 1994 Buford Highschool State Championship Baseball Team.  He was an avid fan of NASCAR, Atlanta Braves, South Carolina Gamecocks, and Carolina Panthers.  Helping his family was important to him, whether it was helping his dad in the hayfield or supporting his children in their activities.  When Jon wasn't working on the farm or at a family event, you could find him on his front porch, his backyard pool, or sneaking off for a quick weekend at the beach.

Jon is survived by his wife of 20 years, Charli; a daughter, Katie Montgomery; a son, Wesley Montgomery; his parents; a brother, Eric Montgomery (Susan); two sisters, Leann Stacks and Jaime Morgan; a brother-in-law, Junior Stacks; a sister-in-law, Jessica Rizzo (Matthew) of Simpsonville, SC; along with many cousins, nieces, and nephews.

The service will be held at 2pm on Friday, February 17, 2023 at Bethlehem Baptist Church located at 1841 N Rocky River Rd. Lancaster, SC, with Pastor Dale Walters officiating.  Visitation immediately following the service in fellowship hall.

Memorials made to: American Heart Association, 7272 Greenville Ave., Dallas, TX 75231, or Buford High School Baseball, 4290 Tabernacle Rd., Lancaster, SC  29720.