Clarel Montgomery

Clarel R. Montgomery, 84, formerly of rural Bryant, passed away Sunday, May 12, 2024, at Christian Care Retirement Center in Bluffton. He was born July 2, 1939, in Hartford City to George and Ruth (Axe) Montgomery. He was married June 27, 1981, to Phyllis Kay Myers.
He graduated from Bryant High School. He was a farmer, retiring in 2003. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge, Shrine, Scottish Rite and Lions Club.
Visitation will be Wednesday, May 15 for two hours prior to the 3 p.m. at Baird-Freeman Funeral Home in Portland. Officiating will be Pastor Chris Kruchkow. Burial will be at Green Park Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to Stillwater Hospice and Jay County 4-H.
Arrangements provided by Baird-Freeman Funeral Home in Portland. Online condolences may be made at www.baird-freeman.com.