Montie J. "Jane" Alexander

1928 - 2018

BORN

1928

DIED

2018

Montie Alexander Obituary

Montie J. "Jane" Alexander

NEWARK - Montie J. "Jane" Alexander, 89, passed away Wednesday, February 7, 2018 at the Selma Markowitz Care Center operated by Hospice of Central Ohio after a courageous fight against cancer. Jane was born August 11, 1928 in Joplin, Missouri to the late Charles D. and Montie Q (Simmons) Bennett.

Jane graduated from Joplin High School and received an Associate Degree at Joplin Community College. She moved to Washington, D. C., as a young adult to work as a civilian for the Department of the Navy. There she met and married her late husband, James H. Alexander, who was serving in the Air Force. She followed her husband to various duty stations around the world until he retired. She became Newark's First Lady, when she successfully managed his campaign for mayor in 1967.

Jane rejoined the work force as her last child entered college. In addition to working for Defense Construction Supply Center, Jane became a Claims Examiner for the Social Security Administration. She also returned to college, earning her Bachelor of Science degree in Social Psychology, graduating summa cum laude from Park College.

Her passion was conservative grass roots politics, and she ran for and served on Newark City Council. But more important to her, with her energy, effort, and money, she supported the candidacies of many, believing that new fresh idealists were what this country needed. It would be an understatement to suggest that Jane encouraged vision, debate, inclusion, integrity, and participation in the political process.

Jane is survived by her three children, Keith B. (Kathy) Alexander of Millersport, Janet S. Alexander of Newark, and Amy Alexander (Larry) Hookway of Columbus; three grandchildren, Kelly (Brian) Gartz, Samantha Hookway (Nils Landin) and Alex (Catherine) Hookway; and three great-grandchildren, Taylor and Madelyn Gartz and Felix Hookway; brother-in-law, David Barnes and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by two brothers, and her husband.

Friends and family may call The Newark Chapel of Henderson-Van Atta-Stickle Funeral & Cremation Service, 59 North Fifth Street, Newark, on Sunday, February 11, from 1-4 p.m. A memorial service will be held on Monday, February 12, at 11 a.m. at Central Christian Church, 587 Mt. Vernon Rd., Newark, with Rev. Jeff Gill, officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Central Christian Church, 587 Mt. Vernon Rd., Newark, Foundation for Hospice of Central Ohio, P.O. Box 430, Newark, OH 43058, or the Newark Community Health Clinic, 144 W. Main St. Newark, OH 43055.

Please visit www.hendersonvanatta.com to view a memorial and to leave a message of condolence for the family.

Published by Advocate on Feb. 9, 2018.
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Read it at ac 24:15 my condolences.

February 14, 2018

may the God of all comfort strengthen the family in this time of great sorrow. Those who pass on God keeps in his memory because they are very precious in his eyes.

Evangeline Jenkins

February 12, 2018

God bless you and your family at this time of sorrow. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Nancy Hohl

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February 10, 2018

One of a kind and driven like no other. She was smart, kind, fearless and honest. An honor to have known Jane.

Bob Diebold

February 9, 2018

My deepest condolences may God give you comfort. Kevin & Judy Lennon

Kevin Lennon

February 9, 2018

Heath City Council

February 9, 2018

Jane was a remarkable woman. I hope you find some comfort in knowing she is at peace now. Fly high Jane.

Dawn Brown

February 9, 2018

Jane will be missed by many...I'm so glad I got to know her over the years. Our prayers are with all her family.

Mary and Tim Lollo

Mary Lollo

February 9, 2018

May the loving memories of Montie, sustain her family, and also the promise from God's word be a great comfort in this very difficult time. "That she will return to the days of her youthful vigor" Job 33:25

February 9, 2018

Kathy and Keith. Sending you love as you get through this very difficult time.

Terry & Steve Swartz

February 8, 2018

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