Service Details
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2019
VISITATION: 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
BRIEF SERVICE HONORING JACK’S LIFE: 6:00 p.m.
DRAEGER-LANGENDORF FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY
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MOUNT PLEASANT – Jack Lew Montee, 83, passed away at Primrose Retirement Community and reunited with his wife, Carol on Monday, October 7, 2019.
He was born in Monmouth, KS on September 22, 1936, the son of the late Louis and Climena (nee: Greer) Montee.
On June 22, 1957 he married the love of his life, Carol Ripley. She preceded him in death on February 6, 2008.
Jack retired from Wisconsin Natural Gas as head of purchasing. He was a friend to everyone he met and loved to talk and joke with his family and friends. Jack had a love for ducks and enjoyed watching the Packers, Badgers and auto racing. However, he was happiest when was in the company of his family.
He is survived by his daughter, Jill Montee of Racine, Tim Montee of Sturgeon Bay, Barry Montee of La Crosse and Gerry Montee of Racine; his grandchildren, Jack (Brittany), MurphyKate, Nick, Adam, Sarah (Colin), Levi, Seth and Tiffany (Devon); his great grandchildren, Landon, Avalynn and Carter; his brother, Dan (Linda) Montee of Florida; as well as many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Jack was also preceded in death by his son, Scott Montee; his daughter, Nancy Montee; his daughter-in-law, Gretchen Montee and his granddaughter, Haley Montee.
Family and friends are invited to meet in the Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home on Saturday, October 12, 2019 for a visitation from 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. A short service honoring Jack’s life will follow at 6:00 p.m. A private interment will take place at West Lawn Memorial Park. In honor of Jack, guests are encouraged to wear their suspenders.
The Montee family extends a heartfelt thank you to the entire staff at Primrose Retirement Community for the loving and professional attention they provided to Jack these past three years.
Kevin McCormick says
My sincere condolences to the Montee family on the passing of your father.
Dan and Cindy Riegelman says
RIH to our dear Jack. He was the Mayor of the Flower Lane culdesac .
He will be deeply missed. God’s Blessings to his family during as they mourn.
Wayne & Gloria Gotthardt (Aune) says
We are very sorry for your loss. I remembered Jack had a infectious laugh. Always made one smile
Doris Ingram-Jones says
My condolences to the Montee family in the passing of Jack…fond memories from working with him at WE-Energies/Wisconsin. Natural Gas…may he rest in peace.
Patrick Keilholz says
Very sorry for your loss. My sincere condolences to all of his wonderful children and family..
Jim & Paula Huck says
We will always remember him as uncle jack..always fun to talk to him
Susan Lees says
Rest peacefully uncle Jack, my thoughts are with the family. I’m so sorry for your loss.
Sue Bendickson says
To Gerry and the Montee family – I’m so sorry to hear about your Father. Your Father and my Father worked together for many years at the Gas Company. Jack was a funny, funny man. My prayers are with you all. God bless you!
Ann Hnilicka Lee says
My sympathies to the Montee’s. Your dad – and the whole family – made growing up on Cleveland Ave more fun! I have fond memories of your dad’s laugh. He was a very good man.
Jane Greer Newell and says
Jack you are gone from my life again. Thankfully, Aunt Clie kept us posted about your life and your family in Wisconsin. Loved you as a friend and a cousin.