Louise Virginia Montague, 79, of Sterling, IL, passed away surrounded by her family, on Friday, October 28, 2022, at Resthave Care & Rehabilitation, Morrison, IL.
Louise was born September 14, 1943, in Chicago, IL, the daughter of Arthur and Agnes (Darge) Fatschel. She married Barry E. Montague, Sr. on October 1,1964, in Whiteside County. Upon retiring as the Sterling Township Assessor, Louise enjoyed playing cards and going to Bingo. She was an excellent Bowler on many women’s leagues and couples’ leagues with her husband, Barry. Louise and her sister, Carol, loved playing tennis and going to the movies together. She also enjoyed a good, scary movie with her popcorn and Coca-Cola. Louise and Barry enjoyed going for drives with Carol and brother-in-law Sam, visiting many places and restaurants.
Survivors include her husband, Barry; daughters, Cathy Montague of Sterling, Pamela (Scott) Fowler of Rock Falls, IL, and Heather (Dino) Merced of Sterling; son, Barry, Jr. (Shelley) Montague of Dubuque IA; sister, Carol (Sam) Richey of Sterling; seven grandchildren, Jennifer, Heather, Hannah, Monica, Tara, Nolan, and Melanie; ten great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews, including special niece, Connie, who was with her until the very end; very special friends since childhood, Bev Asbury and Sharon Woodring.
Louise was preceded in death by both parents; brother, Robert Fatschel; siste,r Agnes Korunka.
Cremation rites have been accorded.
There will be no Services, per Louise’s wishes.
Special thank you to Rock River Hospice and Home and Resthave Care & Rehabilitation for their special care and exceptional send-off.
A memorial has been established.