L.J. Montgomery
Fallen Hero’s Hometown and State: Gulfport, MS
Branch of Service: United States Air Force
Rank: Airman First Class
Airman First Class L.J. Montgomery served in the U.S. Air Force, 18th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, 18th Maintenance Group, 18th Wing, of Kadena Air Base, Japan. Montgomery accomplished outstanding achievements as a Dedicated Crew Chief, assuring that all maintenance actions were accomplished. His efforts resulted in a superb 93 percent in-commission rate, 17 percent above the combat Air Force standards.
L.J. enjoyed trains, cars, and drawing. He was always somewhere designing a new car or house for his future. He had dreams on becoming a mechanical engineer and airplane pilot.
Always smiling, laughing, and joking, there was never a dull moment when L.J. was around. He never met a stranger, and he enjoyed being with his family and friends. L.J. was loved by all and dearly missed.
Age: 21
Date of Death: December 25, 2015