Steven Michael Montgomery, “Steve”, was born in Revere, Massachusetts on
December 29, 1970. He died on April 28th, 2024, unexpectedly. Steve spent his childhood in Winthrop, MA, and graduated from Winthrop High School in 1989. He attended Stonehill College and earned his Bachelor of Arts in Education in 1993. He continued on to earn his Master of Arts in Special Education at the University of Colorado in 2001, and later earned his Certificate of Advanced Studies in Administration at Sacred Heart University in 2014. Steve was a mentor, volunteer, educator, and administrator to kids of all ages. His impact on young lives will be felt for years to come. Steve loved music, especially jam bands. He tried his hand at many instruments including the guitar, keyboard, and a variety of percussion instruments. Steve enjoyed hiking through the woods with his two dogs. He was an advocate for dog rescues and fostered many puppies. Steve was a beloved friend to many and maintained his friendships from childhood throughout his life. He loved music festivals, casual get-togethers, sitting around the bonfire, and laughing with his friends. In his 20’s, Steve moved to Colorado with his best friend. While living in Colorado, he got married and became a father to twin girls who were the joy of his life. A year later, his family moved back to Connecticut to be close to family and friends. He was a devoted father who allowed them to make mistakes, learn from them, and encourage them to do what they love. Steve was an avid fan of the Boston Red Sox, Boston Celtics and New England Patriots. He loved spending time with all of his family in Winthrop, MA.
Steve was the loving father of Anna Montgomery of Manchester, CT and Madelyn Montgomery of St. Petersburg, FL. Dear son of Thomas S. Montgomery of Winthrop and the late Diane Montgomery. Brother of Tom Montgomery and his wife Heidi of Winthrop, Jennifer Barrett and her husband Brannon of CO, Paul Montgomery and his wife Maria of Stoneham. Uncle of Emma, Ally, Sean, Thea, Sam, Jackson and Miles. Former husband of Jenny Montgomery of CT. He is also survived by many loving aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Steve’s funeral will be from the Maurice W. Kirby Funeral Home 210 Winthrop St.
Winthrop, on Friday May 3 at 9 a.m. followed by a Funeral Mass in St. John the Evangelist Church (St. Michael’s Parish)-Winthrop at 10 a.m. Relatives and friends are invited. Interment will be in Winthrop Cemetery. Visiting hours will be held in the funeral home on Thursday May 2 from 5 to 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions in Steve’s memory to PawSafe Animal Rescue Inc. 348 Old
Colony RD. Eastford, CT 06242 (pawsafe.org)