Dottie was truly one of a kind. She never met a stranger and had a special way of making everyone around her feel welcome. With her outgoing personality and love for conversation, people were naturally drawn to her. She was independent, full of life, and always on the go. Dottie lived life to the fullest and made plenty of wonderful memories along the way.
She was an active member of First Baptist Church of Middletown and retired from Chase Bank. Dottie was a published author with a passion for reading. She was also Elvis Presley’s number one fan and proudly served as president of his fan club during her teenage years.
Dottie enjoyed many memorable trips to the beach with her family, making it her favorite vacation destination among all the places she visited. Above all, Dottie treasured the time she spent with her family and friends, who brought so much joy to her life.
Dottie was preceded in death by her husband, Albert Abel; her mother, Elaine Montgomery; and her father, Robert Rowe.
She leaves behind her loving daughters, Sharon Tapp (Johnny) and Sheila Beck (Jason); her cherished grandson, Logan Beck, who meant the world to her; her dear brother, Rob Montgomery; and many beloved extended family members and friends.
A visitation to honor Dottie’s life will be held on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. at Advantage Funeral & Cremation Services – Hardy Chapel, 10907 Dixie Highway, Louisville, Kentucky 40272. A funeral service will begin at 12:00 p.m., with burial to follow at Bethany Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that memorial donations be made to First Baptist Church of Middletown or the Alzheimer’s Association of Louisville in Dottie’s memory.
