A celebration of life for David P. Montgomery, one of the most respected and admired executives in baseball, will be held at Citizens Bank Park on Thursday, June 6, at 3:05 p.m. The memorial service will be open to the public, as previously announced.

“For all of us who had the privilege to work with David over the years, we experienced a true leader – a man who was the heart of the Phillies,” said David Buck, Phillies Executive Vice President. “His legacy extends well beyond the Phillies and the game of baseball, so on June 6, we invite all of David’s friends and colleagues, as well as his beloved fans, to join us at his home away from home as we celebrate the life of this amazing man.”

The special event will also pay tribute to Montgomery’s passion for the game, along with his remarkable career and impact on the community.

The lineup of speakers features dignitaries and baseball greats, including Major League Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred, 2008 World Champion Jimmy Rollins, 1980 World Champion Larry Bowa and former Governor Ed Rendell. Also taking part will be broadcaster Tom McCarthy and announcer Dan Baker. Former Phillie greats in attendance will include 2008 World Champions Charlie Manuel and Ryan Howard; Hall of Famers Mike Schmidt and Jim Thome; and All-Stars Randy Wolf and Bob Boone, among other Phillies alumni.

Fans joining the Phillies for the David P. Montgomery Celebration of Life should enter the ballpark via the Third Base Gate, which will open at 2:00 p.m. Parking will be free and available in Lots S, T and U at Citizens Bank Park.

Montgomery passed away earlier this month at the age of 72 after a courageous five-year battle against cancer. In his nearly half century in the game, Montgomery was one of the most influential business and civic leaders in his generation, and was widely admired for his fierce loyalty to fans, players and front office staff, as well as his passion for baseball.

In lieu of flowers, the Montgomery family has asked that donations be made to:

Phillies Charities, Inc.
One Citizens Bank Way
Philadelphia, PA 19148