Francis Joseph Montague, for almost a quarter of a century a resident of Lusk and vicinity, passed away at his home at 7:45 o'clock Friday morning, February 27th, following an illness which had kept him confined to his home for several weeks. He had reached the age of 45 years, 1 month and 27 days. His passing came as a sudden shock to a great many of his friends, who had not thought his condition serious, and has left the feeling of a great loss within the hearts of his many acquaintances. Myocarditis was given as the cause of demise.
Mr. Montague had been ailing for some time, but several weeks ago was forced to his bed. He improved sufficiently to be able to get around for a time and then came another set back. He continued to grow weaker and had not left his home for more than a week before his death.
Deceased was born in North Platte, Nebr., January 1, 1886, and was the only son of Joseph and Katharine Montague. When but a little lad, his family moved to Hastings, where they made their home, and where Mr. Montague received his education.
At the age of 21 years, the deceased came to Wyoming, locating in Lusk. Two years later, on February 28, 1909, he was united in marriage to Hope E. Demmon. They lived in this vicinity most of their married life. To them two children, a son, Francis T., and Katharine M., were born, both of whom besides Mrs. Montague survive.
Mr. Montague was a partner in the Bishop & Montague Billiard Parlor, having entered this business in the spring of 1930.
Mr. Montague was a man loved by all who knew him. His long residence in this vicinity permitted him to meet many people and all of them counted him as their friend. He was a loving husband and father and an enthusiastic home-builder. He was an active member of the local Lions club and also a member of the Niobrara County Fair Board. He was appointed to his second term with the latter organization the first of this year. His knowledge of horses and stock made him a valuable member of the rodeo association. He was a willing and energetic worker, before his health began failing, and was sincerely devoted to community progress.
Funeral services were held from St. George's Episcopal church here at 2:30 o'clock Sunday afternoon, Dr. Lilliefors, pastor, of Douglas, officiating. The remains were laid to rest in the Lusk cemetery, George Earl Peet having charge of funeral arrangements. The pall bearers were: Jack McFarlane, Paxton Irvine, Lem Carmen, J. M. Bishop, Wm. Tate and L. L. Archer.
The high esteem in which Mr. Montague was held was attested by the presence of hundreds who came to pay their last respects at the services, and by the garland of floral offerings. The church was filled to capacity and many awaited outside while the services were being performed. A long line of cars, filled with grieving friends, accompanied the remains to their last resting place.
Out-of-town relatives here to attend the funeral services were: Mrs. Pearl Gaylord, Merriman, Nebr.; Will Gauvereau, Sterling, Colo.; Mr. and Mrs. Marvin McKenna, Casper, Wyo.; Mr. and Mrs. Will Demmon, Casper; Mr. and Mrs. Harold Saffell, Carlisle, Wyo., and Mr. and Mrs. George Brooks, of Douglas.
Mr. Montague had been ailing for some time, but several weeks ago was forced to his bed. He improved sufficiently to be able to get around for a time and then came another set back. He continued to grow weaker and had not left his home for more than a week before his death.
Deceased was born in North Platte, Nebr., January 1, 1886, and was the only son of Joseph and Katharine Montague. When but a little lad, his family moved to Hastings, where they made their home, and where Mr. Montague received his education.
At the age of 21 years, the deceased came to Wyoming, locating in Lusk. Two years later, on February 28, 1909, he was united in marriage to Hope E. Demmon. They lived in this vicinity most of their married life. To them two children, a son, Francis T., and Katharine M., were born, both of whom besides Mrs. Montague survive.
Mr. Montague was a partner in the Bishop & Montague Billiard Parlor, having entered this business in the spring of 1930.
Mr. Montague was a man loved by all who knew him. His long residence in this vicinity permitted him to meet many people and all of them counted him as their friend. He was a loving husband and father and an enthusiastic home-builder. He was an active member of the local Lions club and also a member of the Niobrara County Fair Board. He was appointed to his second term with the latter organization the first of this year. His knowledge of horses and stock made him a valuable member of the rodeo association. He was a willing and energetic worker, before his health began failing, and was sincerely devoted to community progress.
Funeral services were held from St. George's Episcopal church here at 2:30 o'clock Sunday afternoon, Dr. Lilliefors, pastor, of Douglas, officiating. The remains were laid to rest in the Lusk cemetery, George Earl Peet having charge of funeral arrangements. The pall bearers were: Jack McFarlane, Paxton Irvine, Lem Carmen, J. M. Bishop, Wm. Tate and L. L. Archer.
The high esteem in which Mr. Montague was held was attested by the presence of hundreds who came to pay their last respects at the services, and by the garland of floral offerings. The church was filled to capacity and many awaited outside while the services were being performed. A long line of cars, filled with grieving friends, accompanied the remains to their last resting place.
Out-of-town relatives here to attend the funeral services were: Mrs. Pearl Gaylord, Merriman, Nebr.; Will Gauvereau, Sterling, Colo.; Mr. and Mrs. Marvin McKenna, Casper, Wyo.; Mr. and Mrs. Will Demmon, Casper; Mr. and Mrs. Harold Saffell, Carlisle, Wyo., and Mr. and Mrs. George Brooks, of Douglas.
Francis Joseph Montague, for almost a quarter of a century a resident of Lusk and vicinity, passed away at his home at 7:45 o'clock Friday morning, February 27th, following an illness which had kept him confined to his home for several weeks. He had reached the age of 45 years, 1 month and 27 days. His passing came as a sudden shock to a great many of his friends, who had not thought his condition serious, and has left the feeling of a great loss within the hearts of his many acquaintances. Myocarditis was given as the cause of demise.
Mr. Montague had been ailing for some time, but several weeks ago was forced to his bed. He improved sufficiently to be able to get around for a time and then came another set back. He continued to grow weaker and had not left his home for more than a week before his death.
Deceased was born in North Platte, Nebr., January 1, 1886, and was the only son of Joseph and Katharine Montague. When but a little lad, his family moved to Hastings, where they made their home, and where Mr. Montague received his education.
At the age of 21 years, the deceased came to Wyoming, locating in Lusk. Two years later, on February 28, 1909, he was united in marriage to Hope E. Demmon. They lived in this vicinity most of their married life. To them two children, a son, Francis T., and Katharine M., were born, both of whom besides Mrs. Montague survive.
Mr. Montague was a partner in the Bishop & Montague Billiard Parlor, having entered this business in the spring of 1930.
Mr. Montague was a man loved by all who knew him. His long residence in this vicinity permitted him to meet many people and all of them counted him as their friend. He was a loving husband and father and an enthusiastic home-builder. He was an active member of the local Lions club and also a member of the Niobrara County Fair Board. He was appointed to his second term with the latter organization the first of this year. His knowledge of horses and stock made him a valuable member of the rodeo association. He was a willing and energetic worker, before his health began failing, and was sincerely devoted to community progress.
Funeral services were held from St. George's Episcopal church here at 2:30 o'clock Sunday afternoon, Dr. Lilliefors, pastor, of Douglas, officiating. The remains were laid to rest in the Lusk cemetery, George Earl Peet having charge of funeral arrangements. The pall bearers were: Jack McFarlane, Paxton Irvine, Lem Carmen, J. M. Bishop, Wm. Tate and L. L. Archer.
The high esteem in which Mr. Montague was held was attested by the presence of hundreds who came to pay their last respects at the services, and by the garland of floral offerings. The church was filled to capacity and many awaited outside while the services were being performed. A long line of cars, filled with grieving friends, accompanied the remains to their last resting place.
Out-of-town relatives here to attend the funeral services were: Mrs. Pearl Gaylord, Merriman, Nebr.; Will Gauvereau, Sterling, Colo.; Mr. and Mrs. Marvin McKenna, Casper, Wyo.; Mr. and Mrs. Will Demmon, Casper; Mr. and Mrs. Harold Saffell, Carlisle, Wyo., and Mr. and Mrs. George Brooks, of Douglas.
Mr. Montague had been ailing for some time, but several weeks ago was forced to his bed. He improved sufficiently to be able to get around for a time and then came another set back. He continued to grow weaker and had not left his home for more than a week before his death.
Deceased was born in North Platte, Nebr., January 1, 1886, and was the only son of Joseph and Katharine Montague. When but a little lad, his family moved to Hastings, where they made their home, and where Mr. Montague received his education.
At the age of 21 years, the deceased came to Wyoming, locating in Lusk. Two years later, on February 28, 1909, he was united in marriage to Hope E. Demmon. They lived in this vicinity most of their married life. To them two children, a son, Francis T., and Katharine M., were born, both of whom besides Mrs. Montague survive.
Mr. Montague was a partner in the Bishop & Montague Billiard Parlor, having entered this business in the spring of 1930.
Mr. Montague was a man loved by all who knew him. His long residence in this vicinity permitted him to meet many people and all of them counted him as their friend. He was a loving husband and father and an enthusiastic home-builder. He was an active member of the local Lions club and also a member of the Niobrara County Fair Board. He was appointed to his second term with the latter organization the first of this year. His knowledge of horses and stock made him a valuable member of the rodeo association. He was a willing and energetic worker, before his health began failing, and was sincerely devoted to community progress.
Funeral services were held from St. George's Episcopal church here at 2:30 o'clock Sunday afternoon, Dr. Lilliefors, pastor, of Douglas, officiating. The remains were laid to rest in the Lusk cemetery, George Earl Peet having charge of funeral arrangements. The pall bearers were: Jack McFarlane, Paxton Irvine, Lem Carmen, J. M. Bishop, Wm. Tate and L. L. Archer.
The high esteem in which Mr. Montague was held was attested by the presence of hundreds who came to pay their last respects at the services, and by the garland of floral offerings. The church was filled to capacity and many awaited outside while the services were being performed. A long line of cars, filled with grieving friends, accompanied the remains to their last resting place.
Out-of-town relatives here to attend the funeral services were: Mrs. Pearl Gaylord, Merriman, Nebr.; Will Gauvereau, Sterling, Colo.; Mr. and Mrs. Marvin McKenna, Casper, Wyo.; Mr. and Mrs. Will Demmon, Casper; Mr. and Mrs. Harold Saffell, Carlisle, Wyo., and Mr. and Mrs. George Brooks, of Douglas.
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