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James Buckner Montgomery

July 23, 1946 — August 25, 2025

Odessa

James Buckner Montgomery, 79, Of Odessa, Texas went peacefully to the Lord on August 25, 2025.

He was an accomplished bull rider, race horse owner and trainer. A very accomplished farrier. He was born July 23, 1946 in Eagle Pass, TX. He was a strong man, a loving husband and father, the most wonderful uncle and a lifelong friend to all the people he knew.

He is preceded in death by his parents O.D. and Ena Montgomery, and sister, Dorothy English. He is survived by his wife Alicia Montgomery, daughter Jamye Montgomery, brother Tommy Montgomery, many nieces, nephews and loved ones.

He was the most loving, generous person, he loved his family, he loved his animals and took great care of them all. He gave his advice, wisdom and care to all he knew.

There will be a rosary on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, at 7 PM Martinez Funeral Home; 10137 W University Blvd. in Odessa, TX. Funeral will be on Wednesday September 3, 2025, at 10 AM at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church in Odessa. He will be laid to rest in the family cemetery alongside his family.

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Tuesday, September 2, 2025

10:00am - 9:00 pm (Central time)

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Martinez Funeral Home "West Chapel"

10137 W. University Blvd, Odessa, TX 79764

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Rosary

Tuesday, September 2, 2025

Starts at 7:00 pm (Central time)

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Martinez Funeral Home "West Chapel"

10137 W. University Blvd, Odessa, TX 79764

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Mass

Wednesday, September 3, 2025

Starts at 10:00 am (Central time)

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Holy Redeemer Catholic Church

2633 Conover Ave, Odessa, TX 79763

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