Indiana Twp, PA - Surrounded by family, Joanne "Jill" Heitman Montgomery, 82, of Indiana Township and formerly of Fox Chapel, passed away on Saturday, September 6, 2025. She was the beloved wife of John B. Montgomery for 57 years; and mother to Kristen Chase Stadtlander of MA, Molly (Peter Lee) Montgomery of MA, and Kate (John) Goldsmith of NJ. Jill is also survived by her brother, Jay Heitman of Wilmette, IL; and her grandchildren, Linden, Ella, and Reed Stadtlander, as well as Eve, Colin, and Peter Goldsmith.

Jill grew up in Wilmette, IL, and attended New Trier High School, where she formed lifelong friendships. She met John at McMurray College, and they settled in Pittsburgh, becoming active members of the Fox Chapel Racquet Club and Ross Mountain Club. They cherished their wonderful summers as members of these communities.

An avid reader with a natural curiosity, Jill fostered a love of reading in her children.

Her generous spirit and warmth allowed her to connect with anyone; she had a wonderful sense of humor and made others feel at ease, even as her memory faded in later years. Jill's deep love for family and friends will be dearly missed.

Visitation for family and friends will be on September 28, 2025, from 2-5 p.m., at SIMONS FUNERAL HOME, INC., 7720 Perry Hwy., Pgh., PA 15237. Instead of flowers, donations may be made to The Alzheimer's Foundation or the American Heart Association.