William H. "Billy" Montville

Hampton – William H. “Billy” Montville, of Hampton, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, November 13, 2025. Billy was born in Manchester, NH, on November 12, 1966, to the late Bruce and Susanne (Murray) Montville. Billy was raised in Hampton and graduated from Winnacunnet High School, Class of 1986. He went on to earn his A.S. degree from Dean Junior College in 1988, and later his B.S. in Physical Education with a teaching certification option from Plymouth State College in 1993. He also earned certifications as an IFPA Personal Fitness Trainer and in Red Cross First Aid and CPR—credentials that reflected his lifelong dedication to fitness, wellness, and helping others. Following college, Billy worked in a wide range of roles that highlighted his strengths in teaching, coaching, customer service, and fitness. He served as a substitute teacher in numerous New Hampshire schools, including Portsmouth, Epping, Raymond, and Sanborn, and worked seasonally with the Portsmouth Chamber of Commerce and Odiorne Point State Park. His passion for fitness led him to positions as a personal trainer and membership sales representative at Bally’s Total Fitness and Lifestyles Family Fitness Centers in Tampa, Florida, where he became a Top Producer and helped guide many people through their wellness journeys. After returning to New Hampshire in 2010, Billy continued his commitment to strength training, bodybuilding, and personal wellness. He was proud of the intense rehabilitation he undertook following a 2010 vehicle accident, ultimately recovering his stamina and physical strength through hard work, perseverance, and the unwavering support of his family. He remained dedicated to fitness, training at Seacoast Sports Clubs and working with personal training clients. In addition to his fitness career, Billy held various security positions on the Seacoast for many years, including long-term work at Wally’s Pub and Ocean Front Gaming at Hampton Beach. He also served part-time as an interim Customer Service Coordinator with LifeWise Community Projects in Hampton, where he assisted with youth mentoring, dropout prevention, and environmental education programs—areas he deeply cared about. Billy embodied a brilliant spirit that brightened every space he entered, and his expressions were always a precious gift. He stood as a shining example of compassion, kindness, and loyalty, with his loved ones, especially his parents, being the joy of his heart. During his school days, he sparkled as a master of mirth in social gatherings, yet he always showed deep reverence for the family and friends who mattered most to him. A devoted fan of New England sports, Billy also found happiness in collecting Marvel figurines and comics, along with football and baseball cards—hobbies that showcased his enthusiasm and playful spirit. Billy is survived by his sister, Christine Hart of Hampton; his stepsiblings, Bruce D. Montville of Portsmouth, Jeanne Evans of Exeter, and Laura Montville of Portsmouth; his niece, Ashley, and nephew, Cameron; and many extended family members. He was predeceased by his stepbrother, Kevin Montville. Visitation will be held from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, at the Remick & Gendron Funeral Home-Crematory, 811 Lafayette Road, Hampton. A celebration of Billy’s life and burial in the High Street Cemetery, Hampton, will take place at a later date. Please check back for more information.

William H. "Billy" Montville

November 12, 1966 - November 13, 2025