Thomas (Payton) Montgomery, 23, of Knoxville, went to be with the Lord Friday October 12, 2018.
Payton grew up in Knoxville and attended Bearden High School. Payton had a wonderful spirit and was loved and will be missed by many. Throughout Payton's life he battled addiction, while his addiction allowed him to save multiple lives. Unfortunately his battle cost him his life. With the loss of his beautiful soul, his life will never be forgotten.
He was preceded in death by grandfather (Papaw), Mike Luna. Survived by parents, Thomas Montgomery and fiance Lisa Davenport, Denise and Michael Curcio; brother, Bricen Montgomery; step-siblings, Caleb and Ava Curcio; grandparents, Bob (Poppa) and Judy Montgomery, Kyle Luna. Several aunts, uncles, cousins and numerous friends.
The family will have a Celebration of Life on Friday October 19, 2018, with receiving friends from 5-7 p.m. and service to follow at 7 p.m. with Rev. Wayne Epperson officiating.