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Judy Devine Obituary

DEVINE (MALEITZKE), JUDY LEE Age 71, of Concord, MI, born June 27, 1942, passed away February 5, 2014. Preceded in death by her sister, Phyllis and her parents, Walter and Esther Maleitzke of Fowlerville, MI. Judy grew up on a dairy farm in Fowlerville where she acquired her love of animals. She then went on to earn a Marketing Degree at Michigan State University. She was a Retail Buyer for Fields, this job allowed her to travel the United States. In 1971, she married William D. Devine. They had three children together. She was a selfless loving mother, friend and support system for them throughout her life. Judy earned a second degree in Computer Programming at Jackson Community College. Her extreme hard work and dedication enabled her to become a valued member at CMS Energy. She was blessed with several grandchildren. In turn she spent countless hours blessing them with her positive energy and support. Judy is survived by William D. Devine; sons, William L. (Pam) Devine, Douglas W. (Julie) Devine; daughter, Christine K. Devine; grandchildren, Aubrey, Cameron, Nolan, Autumn, Shayla, Alannah, Nevaeh and Zendeah; brothers, Stanley (Jo) Maleitzke, Gordon (Sue) Maleitzke; sisters, Connie (Bob) Coon and Sherry (Mike) Higgins. She touched several other hearts including Julia Jaeger, Jeanette (John) Jaeger, Danny, Anabelle, Seamus and Clover. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Concord United Methodist Church or the Allegiance Pulmonary Rehab, 1100 E. Michigan Ave., Jackson. MI. Memorial service to be held at the Concord United Methodist Church, 119 S. Main St., Concord, MI 49237 on Saturday, February 15, 2014 at Noon. Family visitation begins at 11:00 a.m.

Published by Jackson Citizen Patriot on Feb. 13, 2014.
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I had the previledge of working with Judy and she never had a negative thought about anyone..she was always full of light and always smiling..will be thinking of her family..miss you Judy

Deb Nelson

February 14, 2014

Judy, Will miss you. I remember stopping by to see you and your Dad on one of my trips in that direction. What a nice visit we had. So sorry to lose you. Loved you, your cousin, Kathy

Kathy Peacock

February 14, 2014

Gone but never forgotten Sis

February 14, 2014

My thoughts are with all of my Cousins. Aunt Judy was a wonderful, caring lady. I always enjoyed visiting with her at family gatherings. She will be missed. Love you all!

Sandy Maleitzke

February 14, 2014

Thanks Darcey. We were at her house recently and saw the card you made her upon her retirement. The one where her picture was contorted in about a dozen ways. Anyways, we all had a good laugh.

Doug Devine

February 13, 2014

Dear Bill and family,
So very sorry to hear about Judy. Thinking of you with love and prayers.
May God's love sustain you.

Dee Hudson

February 13, 2014

mommy i miss u it gets harder everyday

christine devine

February 13, 2014

Bill and Family...God Bless you all at this difficult time. Hold on to the wonderful memories.

Mary Lou Dominick

February 13, 2014

Sorry to read of your loss. I will miss your mom a lot kids. I called very once in awhile and we talk. I will miss that.

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Diana Bradley

February 13, 2014

I was very blessed to have known Judy. We worked together for many years as programmers. Judy was a very dear friend and I am so sad to hear this news. To the family, please know that we are thinking of you all. I will miss you Judy. Your laugh was contagious and you were a very special person.

Darcey Bournay

February 13, 2014

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