James Hayden “The Snowman” Montgomery, 85, of Campbellsville, KY, son of the late Fred and Maddie Perry Montgomery, was born on September 23, 1938 in Green County, KY. He departed this life on Thursday, December 21, 2023 at his residence.

Mr. Montgomery served his country honorably in the Kentucky Army National Guard 623rd Field Artillery Battalion. He had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a member of Pitman Valley Baptist Church. As owner and operator of Montgomery Summer Snow in Campbellsville, his personality and shaved ice creations made for a popular spot for kids and adults.

SURVIVORS:

His wife: Karen Montgomery of Campbellsville

7 sons & 4 daughters-in-law: Troy & Jenna Montgomery, Timothy & Mellissa Montgomery, Scott & Kim Montgomery, and Joel Montgomery all of Greensburg, Mike Montgomery of Summersville, Christopher & Lanie Montgomery of Campbellsville, and Bobby & Denise Montgomery of Louisville

2 daughters: Laura Davis of Summersville and Vickie Maier of Buffalo

25 grandchildren, 27 great-grandchildren & 1 great-great-grandchild

1 sister & brother-in-law: Sue & Lanie Ferguson of Greensburg

A host of other relatives and friends

He was preceded in death by one son, Jeff Montgomery; three brothers: B.J. Montgomery, Harold Montgomery and Billy Montgomery; and two sisters: Joyce Dixon and Gladys Johnson. 

Funeral Service: Tuesday, December 26, 2023 at 3:00pmCT at Gupton-Landrum Funeral Home with cremation to follow. Bro. Danny Nelson officiating. 

Visitation: After 10:00amCT on Tuesday the funeral home

Gupton-Landrum Funeral Home in Greensburg is in charge of the arrangements.