Kenneth Michael Montana

Kenneth Michael Montana, age 73, a resident of Gulfport, MS passed away on Wednesday, November 9, 2022 in Pensacola, FL. 

Mr. Montana was born on February 12, 1949 in Poplarville, MS to Wayne and Audrey Montana.   He was educated at Cornell University School of Food and Beverage Management and served in the US Marine Corps.  He was a restaurateur and entrepreneur and a lifelong boating enthusiast.

He is preceded in death by his parents; his wife Debbie Montana; and a brother, Barry Montana.

He is survived by his son, Scott Montana (Kristy); a brother, Lamont Ladner; and grandchildren, Jesse Montana, Nick Montana and Carson Montana.

Mr. Montana was a son of the Gulf Coast and proud to have earned the title of United States Marine.  He loved boating and spending time with friends and family.  His life and accomplishments are best defined by his deep faith in the Lord, love of family and the high quality of his close friends.  Ken Montana will be missed by all.

Visitation will be Friday, November 18, 2022 from 5:00 until 6:30 p.m. at Bradford O’Keefe Funeral Home, 15452 O’Neal Road, Gulfport, MS.  The funeral service will be Saturday, November 19, 2022 at Crane Creek Baptist Church, 30040 Crane Creek Rd, Perkinston, MS 39573.  Interment will be in Crane Creek Baptist Cemetery.

Bradford O’Keefe Funeral Home, O’Neal Road, Gulfport, is honored to serve the Montana family.