Sherry Latrece Montgomery-Cantey

On June 13, 1968, Sherry Latrece Montgomery was born to Nevie and George Montgomery in Baltimore, Maryland. She was he second child in the family, having an older brother, the late Eric Montgomery. Latrece (known by her family) grew up in Baltimore City. She attended the Baltimore City Public School System, graduating from Mergenthaler High School in 198. Latrece was popular in high school and participated in many extra curricular activities. After graduating from high school she attended school for data processing. She was industrious because she had various stints which enabled her to be an independent young adult. She was very prompt and took her jobs seriously, just like her father. Latrece, like her mother, was very creative in home decorating. She took pride and joy decorating and keeping a clean organized home. In 1995, Latrece gave birth to her son, Eric Simington. Eric impacted her life tremendously. She devoted herself to being a full-time mother. She advocated for his educational programs. Latrece was excellent example of parental involvement in her child’s education. Latrece volunteered at school, spent hours on homework with Eric, and provided tutors so Eric could be successful in school. Eric loved the attention he received from his mother. He knew she was his cheerleader and biggest fan at all of his soccer and basketball games. Being a homemaker and wife was important to Sherry (know by friends). She married Alex B. Cantey in 2008. Together they worked to create a family home. Alex worked two jobs to enable Sherry to be the “stay at home” wife and mother. Sherry and Alex loved to entertain family and friends during the summer cookouts. Holidays were Sherry’s favorite time of the year, because she loved to shop, decorate and cook. Sherry was often kind, generous and unselfish helping others if she could. Sherry Latrece will be missed and forever remembered by: her husband, Alex Cantey; son, Eric Simington and Jenny (her dog); her mother, Nevie White; father and step-mother, George and Mildred Montgomery; mother-in-law. Oletha Cantey; brother, Michael Montgomery; (Callina) and sister, Ericka Bolling (Lyndell) both of Atlantic, Georgia; stepsister, Towanda Burrow (Theodore); stepbrother, Purnell Curly Parker (Danelle); sister-in-law, Catherine Turner (Aaron) and Diane Cantey; brother-in-law, Melvin Cantey; Lil’ Kevin (Eric’s half brother) and Kevin Simimgton (Eric’s father). She will also be missed by many aunts, uncle, nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of friends.

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Sherry Latrece Montgomery-Cantey

June 13, 1968 - October 24, 2011