Homegoing services for Mr. Henry Joseph Montgomery (aka Brother) of Tampa, who passed away on Friday, January 6, 2012, will be held on Friday, January 13th, 10:00 a.m. at Allen Temple A.M.E Church, 2101 Lowe Street, Rev. Michael Buie, pastor officiating. Interment will be in Florida National Cemetery, Bushnell, Florida. Henry Joseph Montgomery (aka Brother) was born on May 26, 1930 in Greenville, Florida to Will and Epcie Montgomery. He was educated in Greenville public schools. He gave his life to Christ at an early age. Henry and his sisters Willie Lee and Julia enjoyed singing gospel songs for their family, friends and especially for their grandparents, George and Amie Bradley. Henry joined a singing group in his youth that performed regularly in Madison and Jefferson County areas. He continued his love for Jesus Christ by joining Allen Temple A.M.E. Church, where he served as Sunday School Teacher, Steward Choir member and other positions. Henry's welcoming smile and outgoing personality made people feel at ease. One of his favorite hymns was "Amazing Grace" especially the stanza. "Through many dangers toils and shares I have already come. Tis grace hath bro't me safe this far, and grace will lead me home." These hymns helped sustain him during his military career. Henry was a loving husband, father and the best uncle. He was preceded in death by his son, Kenneth and sister, Willie Lee Walker. He leaves to cherish his memories: wife, Alice; sister, Julia Turner; uncle, Clarence Brown; nieces, Margaret Howard, Gale T. James; nephews, Jewel J. Walker and Alvin Williams; grandnieces, Andrea Oliver and Alexandria James; sisters-in-law, Edith Williams and Marguerite Williams; brothers-in-law, Kenneth Williams and Edward Williams; caretaker, George Donnell; and a host of nieces, nephews, loving cousins and friends. The family and friends are asked to meet at the church on Friday for the service.