Jeanette Adair

Montgomery

Jeanette Adair Montgomery, 78, passed away on November 9, 2026.

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Her family was her favorite blessing, and she treasured every opportunity to spend time with her children and grandchildren.

Born on August 26, 1948, Jeanette lived a life marked by devotion to family, personal determination, and the quiet joys that made her days beautiful. She was especially proud of graduating from Marion Technical College with an associate degree in business, an accomplishment that meant a great deal to her and reflected both her perseverance and her sense of purpose. After graduating, she worked in accounting.

Jeanette found happiness in the things she loved deeply. She loved photography and was a member of The Marion Photography Club, where that interest found a natural home. She also loved both indoor and outdoor plants and took special care of her beautiful flowerbeds. Her indoor plants were tenderly kept and well loved. She enjoyed travel as well, and among her favorite destinations were the lighthouses she visited across the country. Over the years, she also cherished many special pets, including Ben and Bucky.

She gave of herself in meaningful ways. For about ten years, Jeanette was involved in the Special Olympics, where she competed in swimming and earned gold, silver, and bronze medals. She was very proud of those achievements, and they stood as another reflection of her determination and spirit.

Above all else, Jeanette loved her family more than anything. Her family was her favorite blessing, and she treasured every opportunity to spend time with her children and grandchildren. She attended their activities faithfully, sharing in their moments with pride, love, and encouragement.

She is survived by her sons, Mark Montgomery and his wife, Shellie, and Tony Montgomery and his wife, Tina. She also leaves behind her beloved grandchildren, Jonathan Montgomery and his wife, Kelsey, of Spanaway, Washington; Paige Kroh and her husband, Jacob, of Dania Beach, Florida; Joshua Montgomery and his wife, Kaitlyn, of Marion, Ohio; Jacob Montgomery of Marion, Ohio; Joseph Montgomery of Marion, Ohio; Kelsey Roberts and her husband, Brandon, of Marion, Ohio; Megan Montgomery of Marion, Ohio; and Logan Montgomery of Marion, Ohio. Her great-grandchildren brought further joy to her life: Theodore Montgomery of Spanaway, Washington, and Leah Montgomery, Holden Roberts, and Sadie Roberts, all of Marion, Ohio.

Jeanette is also survived by her siblings, Sharon Lauer of Galion, Dewayne Brown and his wife, Jane, of Lakeview, Elaine Heffernen and her husband, Scott, of Galion, Brian Brown of Galion, and Phyliss Munk and her husband, Don, of Galion, as well as many nieces and nephews who remain part of her lasting family circle.

She was preceded in death by her father, Wayne Brown; her mother, Laura Nelson Brown; her stepmother, Marian Brown; and her siblings, Gail Dye, Byron Brown, Cindy Arcenio, and Wesley Hart.

Jeanette will be remembered for her love of family, her pride in her accomplishments, her attentive presence in the lives of those she loved, and the warmth she brought to home, garden, and gathering alike. Her memory will be held close by all who knew and loved her.

The family of Jeanette would like to extend a special Thank you to the staff of DeWolfe House and Gentiva Hospice for taking amazing care of Jeanette.

There will be a Graveside Service and A Celebration of Life soon. The family will announce the date soon.