Obituaries & Condolences

Lamont “Monty” W. Smith 77 yrs. old of Edmeston, NY passed away on February 2, 2019 in Cooperstown, NY.

Monty was born in October of 1941 in New Berlin, NY the son of Bernard K & Edith (Wells) Smith.  His childhood was spent in New Berlin, NY.  He was a 1959 graduate of New Berlin Central School.

He was employed by Scintilla, Kraft Foods, NYSEG, and for 25 years was a self-employed general contractor and later worked for the Oneonta Nursing Home. He retired from Edmeston Central School as the superintendent of building and grounds and during his retirement proudly served as an independent contractor with General Dynamics for years and through his work, was able to give back to his country.  Monty’s colleagues are grateful for his exemplary commitment to the organization. 

On August 2, 1983 Monty married Gail Mayne who survives him.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his children; Lisa Brooks and her companion Tim Standard, Dean Smith and his companion Editha Schmit, grandson; Eric Smith, great granddaughters; Haley & Hanna, sister and brother-in-law; Linda & Curtis Bronson as well as several nieces & nephews and his beloved dog, Shadow.

He was pre-deceased by his parents and his sister, Bernadine Bagg.

Monty was an avid bowler, golfer, hunter and played guitar at the church, Otsego Co. Fair and nursing homes.  He built his own home and pond in the back yard where he enjoyed hosting their annual Labor Day parties.

Calling hours will be held from 5:00-7:00 PM at the Burlington Flats Baptist Church on Tuesday, February 5, 2019.

The funeral service will be held on Wednesday, February 6, 2019 at 11:00 AM at the Burlington Flats Baptist Church with Pastor Jay Henderson officiating. 

The interment will be held in the Fairview Cemetery, New Berlin, NY.

Memorial donations may be made to the Burlington Flats Baptist Church, 101 Arnold Rd. Burlington Flats, NY 13315.

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Maria Hinman Simmons
Sidney NY

I'm so sorry to have heard of Monty's passing. My sincere condolences .He was a very sweet kind man will be greatly missed .

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Billy Rogers
Davenport Center NY

Lisa and Dean
I remember your father as a very gentle man. I recall him being a very fine craftsman, hunter, and father.
I am so sorry for your loss and send your entire family comforting thoughts and prayers.

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Charles and Brenda Cotten
Garner, NC

We only knew Monty for a couple of years. He was a dear friend and a fine man. So glad we were able to speak with him on the phone
the week before he passed away. God bless each of the family members as you all go through this time.

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Lizzie
My thoughts and prayers are for Monty's wife Gail and family. Gail-you are very near and dear to my heart Sister Friend. I have had the pleasure of listening to you and Monty sing at church. You both have such beautiful voices. Praise be to our God in Heaven for both of you. I love you all very much.

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Amy Law
Virginia

Gail & family sorry for your loss may memories get you through the times ahead.

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Patti Johnson
Dade City FL

So sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts go out to the family.

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Harry Gracey
Delhi N.Y.

Sorry for your loss. Monty was a great man and i learned a lot from him. His smile and sense of humor will be missed.

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Alicia Bowen
Burlington, NY

I am saddened to hear of Monty's passing and send my heartfelt condolences to Gail and family. He was a good man and I enjoyed the time he worked at ECS with me as well as his wonderful singing ability. The hymn sings at the County Fair were a special delight. He will be missed.

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Bob Palmatier
Mexico NY

Gail, and family, we are so sorry for your loss. Though we didn’t get to spend much time together. Every time we did see each other it was like time had never past. You guys are in our thoughts and prayers. Rest in the confidence of where he is and playing guitar for the greatest collection of followers.

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Rev. Jay Noll
Bath, Maine

My condolences to you and your family, Gail. I always enjoyed my visits with you and Monty while I was in Edmeston. I remember his laugh, smile and sense of humor. Most importantly, I remember his sincere faith. Blessings to all of you.

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Dick Sweet
Venice, Florida

Gail and Family, My thoughts and Prayers are with you. Enjoyed being a neighbor up on the hill and knew Monty would be around to help with anything if asked. He will be greatly missed. Sending love from the South to you all.

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Foster & Linda Button
Pittsfield NY

Gail thoughts and prayers during your time of loss.. you and Monty had a wonderful ministry of singing together
....and now Monty is singing and praising God up in Heaven...

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Betty (Talbot) Lucero
Edmeston

Our thoughts and prayers are with your whole family, during this time. May God be with you ... and give you strength. My heart breaks for your loss.
I know the Chase residents enjoyed the entertainment, Monte brought to their day. God be with you all.

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Sandy Dalmer
McDonough, NY

So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family at this difficult time. Wishing you peace.

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Casey Barduhn
Syracuse, NY

I always remember Monty with great fondness. He was a caring man, whose quiet demeanor and smile concluded every conversation.
He was a joy to work with.
My thoughts are with Gail and all who loved him.

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Reva Kay Mosholder
Brooksville, FL

Dearest Gail and Family,
My deepest sympathies to you on the loss of Monty. I am hopeful that your years together have given you many warm, happy memories to reflect back on.
Cherish those memories and may the love of family & friends help you through this heartbreak. Please stay strong.

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Nathan Bagg Family
Winston Salem, NC

We are all so sorry for the loss of Monty. Although our family can’t be with you in person, we are deeply with you in spirit. God’s ways are higher than our ways. It just does not seem possible that the man that cut his own lumber from his own land and built his own home with his own hands could be gone so early. We are deeply saddened but know from the conversations we had with him that he is in Heaven dancing with his family today.
With Sympathy,
Nathan, Heather, Rachael, Madeline, Hannah

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Brain and Nancy Prentice
New Berlin NY

Gail and family, You are all in our thoughts and prayers at this time. May all your of your memories will help get you through this difficult time.
You are in our thoughts and prayers. Love to you all.

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Doug and Joan Bagg
Hudson, Florida

Gail, we are praying for you. We love you.

 

 
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