Mike “Mustang” Montgomery, a 3rd-degree black belt martial artist, passed away in a plane crash on October 8, 2025.
He was alongside two other agricultural business brothers, Stanley and Clark.
Mustang has built a diverse, successful career. His journey began with service to his country, during which he spent six years in the U.S. Army.
Later, he entered the world of agriculture, starting as an assistant breeder of winter wheat at AgriPro Wheat in March 1996. He developed an entrepreneurial spirit and operated his own business, Goin’ Postal of Walnut Ridge, in June 2005.
He had been a prominent figure in the crop insurance industry for many years, holding management roles at Rabo Agrifinance and Farm Credit Mid-America. Later, he was promoted to Regional Vice President in 2023.
Beyond his professional achievements, Mustang was a dedicated martial artist and active member of the Allied Tang Soo Do Federation, having served for 17 years.
The Enduring Spirit of Mike “Mustang” Montgomery
Mike “Mustang” Montgomery was a man of immense strength, character, and heart. He left the world too soon in a plane crash on October 8, 2025.
He was a man who lived by a powerful code.
Mustang was a 3rd-degree black belt martial artist and carried the discipline of his training into every aspect of his life.
Beyond the skill and strength, he was a fiercely passionate, protective, and noble person. He was a true gentleman whose legacy is one of unwavering humbleness, honor, and dignity.
I am deeply saddened to hear the news that Mike “Mustang” Montgomery passed away today. Mike was a truly wonderful person and expressed characteristics of a dragon’s heart wherever he went. He was a wonderful father and set great examples as a mentor for those younger ones he was around. He will be missed dearly.
Baylee Rash
Mustang was a dedicated family man.
He was a loving husband and a wonderful father to his two daughters.
He set a powerful example for his family members and for every young person he mentored, demonstrating the values of integrity, respect, and kindness.
Moreover, he was a “Man’s Man” in the truest sense, characterized by his profound integrity and unwavering commitment to prioritizing people over business.
His presence was a gift to all who knew him. He was a genuinely wonderful person, a mentor, and a friend who made a lasting impact on his community.
His absence left a profound void, and he will be missed more than words can express.
Mike and I immediately became close and grew closer and closer as we saw God’s plan being revealed as to “why” he crossed our paths and formed this Godly relationship.
Cliff Carter
We both were going through some simular adversity and we needed each others shoulders and ears to lean on a lot more than we needed to discuss crop insurance.
Mike “Mustang” Montgomery is survived by his beloved wife, his two cherished daughters, and a vast community of friends, students, and colleagues.
He lived with a gentleman’s grace, and his memory will forever be a blessing.
The Montgomery family will soon announce the details regarding a service to celebrate Mustang’s life at a later date.
Rest In Peace, Mike “Mustang” Montgomery.
