Katherine Horn Montgomery

Katherine “Kay” Horn Montgomery passed away peacefully on July 20, 2022, at the age of 99. She was born on May 26, 1923, in Dover, Ohio to Robert and Pearl (Baker) Horn. Kay was a graduate of Martins Ferry (OH) High School and attended the Elliott Business College in Wheeling, West Virginia. Kay married the love of her life, Boyd O. Montgomery, on September 19, 1942, in St. Clairsville, Ohio, two months before Boyd was called to active duty in World War II. They lived in Mansfield and Columbus before moving to Sylvania, Ohio in 1955, where they founded the Boyd Montgomery Insurance Agency. Kay and Boyd were married for almost 79 years!

Kay was a dedicated volunteer at the Toledo Hospital serving for more than 50 years. She was an active member of the Toledo Hospital Auxiliary where she served as President in 1973-1974. She became the first chairperson of the Toledo Hospital Gift Shop in 1978, served as Gift Shop Manager for several years, and continued to volunteer her time to support the Gift Shop well into her 90s. Kay received the Toledo Hospital Auxiliary’s Golden Shoe Award in 1986 for her service and dedication to the Auxiliary and the Gift Shop. She was also a member of the Flower Hospital Auxiliary, the Toledo Symphony League, the Toledo Club, and the Highland Meadows Golf Club. Kay was a long-time member at Covenant Presbyterian Church where she served as an Elder and Deacon, and actively participated in the Presbyterian Women’s Association. Most recently, Kay was a member of Christ Presbyterian Church.

Kay enjoyed travelling with her family and friends visiting countries all over the world. Kay and Boyd took many adventurous trips including an African Safari in Kenya, riding the Orient Express from London to Paris, exploring Europe on the River Boats, and taking a World Trip with stops in Japan, China, Hong Kong, Bangkok, Egypt, India, Nepal, Greece, and Italy. Kay loved their trips to Austria where they stayed at the Interalpen – Hotel Tyrol in Telfs, and always stopped in Switzerland to enjoy dinner and chocolate mousse at the Old Swiss House in Lucerne. Most years, Kay and Boyd spent several weeks enjoying the sunshine in Fort Lauderdale and Acapulco and their summer weekends at Devil’s Lake in Michigan.

Kay’s family will remember her as a devoted and loving wife, mother, and grandmother. Kay never sat still because she was constantly offering her help to others. She loved her family deeply and always had freshly baked brownies and cookies plus an endless supply of chocolate for her grandchildren.

Kay is survived by her son Boyd R. Montgomery (Sandra) of Sylvania, Ohio; daughter Katherine Kranz (Dusty Tank) of Toledo, Ohio; grandchildren Boyd Montgomery (Kimberly) of Minnesota, Lisa George (Derek) of Texas, Jennifer Kranz (Troy Valasek), Jonathan Kranz (Jessica), and Benjamin Kranz (Tamara) all of Ohio; thirteen great grandchildren; two great-great grandchildren; and sister Marilyn Burns of Dublin, Ohio. Kay was preceded in death by her husband Boyd O. Montgomery, her parents, sister Patricia, and daughter Cynthia.

Visitation will be held from 4-7 p.m., Thursday, July 28, 2022, in the Walker Funeral Home, 5155 Sylvania Ave. (west of Corey Rd.). A memorial service will begin at 11:00 a.m., Friday, July 29, 2022, at Christ Presbyterian Church, 4225 Sylvania Ave., Toledo. Private burial will be held at Toledo Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to The Russell J. Ebeid Children's Hospital Foundation at 2142 N. Cove Blvd, Toledo, OH 43606.