Melanie Montgomery

Melanie Jo Montgomery, 71, of Alexandria, IN passed away on Friday, June 5th, 2020 following a brief illness. She was born in Elwood, IN on March 29, 1949, to Melvin and Joan Sprague. Melanie excelled in school, graduating from Alexandria-Monroe High School in 1967. Melanie began an ever-exciting, life altering union on December 22, 1973, when she married her fellow Class of ’67 member, Jeff Montgomery, surrounded by family, friends, and knee-deep snow. Pursuing her passion for education and teaching others, she obtained a Masters of Education degree at Ball State University. She enjoyed educating 4th grade students at Summitville Elementary School for 10 years.
Following retirement from the classroom, Melanie applied her talent for teaching as a loving and exemplary teacher, mentor, and mother for Joe and Melissa Montgomery. She was a singing musical performer, pianist, athlete, accomplished swimmer, children’s programs volunteer, artist, interior decorator, humorist, curio collector, naturist, cinephile, game lover, and party planner. She enjoyed taking trips with the family, creative projects, drawing house designs, telling detailed stories, and spreading comfort. Her well-rounded talents and teaching mindset enriched the lives of her family, friends, and all who knew her. She, at all times, loved her hometown, her home, and every single aspect of her family.
Melanie is lovingly survived by her husband, Jeff Montgomery; children, Joe (Jessica) Montgomery, Melissa Montgomery; grandchildren, Logan and Grace Montgomery; parents, Melvin and Joan Sprague; brother, Monte (MaryAnn) Sprague; and nieces, Ashley (Paul) Larimore and Suzanne (Dustin) Drollinger.
A Service to honor and celebrate Melanie’s life will be held at Whetsel Funeral Service, Alexandria, IN on June 10, 2020 at 1:00 p.m.with Gary Greer as Celebrate. Friends may call at the funeral home on Wednesday, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. prior to the service.
In lieu of flowers, the family request memorial gifts be made to a charity of the Donor’s choice in Melanie’ memory.
Out of respect for public safety, Covid 19 restrictions will be observed. Visitors should wear masks, physical contact with social distancing. no food gifts or children under the age of 12. If you are not feeling well, please do not attend.
Whetsel Funeral Service is honored to care for Melanie and the Montgomery and Sprague families.
For online condolences or to share a memory please go to www.whetselfuneralservice.com