Jeanne Martin

Jeanne Montgomery Martin, 94, of Spartanburg, SC, died Monday, September 9, 2013, at her home. Born October 9, 1918, in Hazleton, PA, she was the daughter of the late Lillian and Richard Montgomery, and the widow of William Martin. She spent most of her life in Wilmington, DE where she was an executive secretary. Jeanne was a life-long learner and an animal lover. She moved to Spartanburg in 2005 and was a member of Central United Methodist Church. She is survived by her sister-in-law, Jennie Montgomery; two nieces, Jennie M. Elledge (Scott) of Augusta, GA, and Amy M. Abel (Carter) of Cave Creek, AZ; one nephew, Dr. Richard Montgomery (Betsy) of Boise, ID; seven great-nieces and one great nephew. She was predeceased by a brother, John R. Montgomery. Visitation will be 11:00-11:30 AM Monday, September 16, 2013, at Chandler Funeral Home, 2506 Concord Pike, Wilmington, DE 19803. A private graveside service will follow at 12:00 PM in Silverbrook Cemetery, 3300 Lancaster Avenue, Wilmington, DE 19805. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Spartanburg Humane Society, 150 Dexter Road, Spartanburg, SC 29303; or Central United Methodist Church, 233 North Church Street, Spartanburg, SC 29306. The J. F. Floyd Mortuary To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Jeanne Montgomery Martin please visit our Sympathy Store.