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1948
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2010
Judith Wilson Obituary
She attended Bethlehem Lutheran elementary school, and graduated from Concordia Lutheran High School in Fort Wayne and was active in the Concordia Alumni Association. Judy loved the outdoors, especially water and sunlight, she was an avid water skier in her youth, and more recently loved snorkeling in the waters around Maui. She loved mystery novels and her favorite TV show was "Murder She Wrote".
Judy was employed by the State of California Department of Motor Vehicles, and worked for many years in the Lodi field office, and retired from DMV headquarters in Sacramento as an office assistant, in the directors office.
She had resided in Lodi since 1981, with her husband James Wilson and sons Jeff and Jon Wilson. Judy was a devoted wife and mother, whose life centered on family, neighborhood, and friends, especially her special friend Elvis her Yorkie doggie.
She was blessed with a daughter-in-law, Maria, the wife of her youngest son Jon, and was looking forward to becoming a grandmother. Judy will be missed by all who knew and loved her in her Parkwest neighborhood, since building a home there in 1986.
Judy is survived by her older sister Sandra Dent of Decatur, Indiana, and her brothers Steve and Scott Dent, both of Fort Wayne, Indiana, her husband of 41 years James, her oldest son Jeffery of Lodi, her son Jon and daughter-in-law Maria of Pleasant Hill, CA.
Her Memorial Service will be held Saturday, October 16th at 11:00 a.m. in the Evergreen Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park in Lodi, with Pastor Wayne Folmer officiating.
A reception will be held in the Burgundy Hall at the Lodi Grape Pavillion following the memorial service, and friends and neighbors are welcomed and encouraged to attend.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Lodi Memorial Hospital Foundation, where Judy worked for a time as a volunteer.
Please sign the online registry and share memories at www.cherokeememorial.com
Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Judith Wilson
Carolyn Millard
October 9, 2022
I remember our conversations around the pool in Phoenix at one of the 101st reunions. She is missed.
The Dents
November 1, 2010
Your two brothers and sister will also miss you, but we know somehow somewhere you are up there with Mom Dad and God.
Tami Phillips
October 20, 2010
my thoughts and prayers are with your family in this time of sadness. Always charish the good times, memories last a lifetime.
October 18, 2010
Jim, Jeff, and Jon,
We were so shocked to see about Judy's passing from this world to the Lord's arms. We will always remember her laughter and smile. Please know that all of you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Ron and Bonney Schnabel
lake george
Jeff Wilson
October 17, 2010
Mom,
I am sending this message to you after-the-fact that you were so very unexpectedly taken from us; but I needed you to know how important you were to me all of my life. You sacrificed so much of your time in helping me through all my life's obstacles. You always made sure to ask "Are you alright? Is there anything you need help with? Are you sure? You were the one that got my bike back from the kid who stole it from the store when I was six yrs old---by combing the neighborhood apartments we used to live in and found the culprit. You went right up to the kid pointed your finger in his face and demanded the bike back with a certain "don't even try me kid" look on your face. You were the one who loved me no matter what.
You showed me Yosemite, Maui, Santa Cruz, Lake Tahoe when I was in my teens and twenties, and many other states when I was just a little boy....and I know you wanted to show me the Crescent City/Brookings area but I kept putting it off. I truly regret that now. I am choosing to think that you now own that bait shop on that very dear lake you always wanted to live on in your dreams for happiness...now you needn't be asleep to see it for now and forever. Until we meet again - I Love You and will miss you so very much!
Your much appreciative son,
Jeff
Terry & Gayle Jordan
October 16, 2010
Dear Jim, Jeff, & Jon,
Even though we have been out of touch for a few years, we were very sorry to hear of Judy's passing. Looking back over the years we had together at St. Peter's and remembering all the basketball games we attended to watch our son's play, brings back a lot of beautiful memories. She was a wonderful woman and a very dear friend of our daughter Sheri.
Our prayers are with all of you at this time. One thing you can be sure of is that when Judy entered heaven's gates, the Saints were all rejoicing.
Rachael Dzura
October 15, 2010
Jeff and Family, I am beyond sad to hear this news...I always loved visiting with your Mom and she was always SO NICE to me and made me feel welcome in your home. She is missed and I am praying for you and your family in this time of sorrow and grief. God Bless you all.
Wade Hansen
October 15, 2010
Jim my Brother, who would have thought that walking into the hospital with Judy and you was the last time we would all be together. Our prayers for Judy and your family. No Slack my friend.
Wade and Vonnie Hansen
Ray Millard
October 15, 2010
Jim my friend, Carolyn and I are praying for you and your family at this most trying time. We share in your grief my friend. We'll not forget all of the bright and happy moments with Judy. Peace be with you.
Marlyne Myers
October 15, 2010
Jim,Words cannot express the deep sorrow that I felt when I heard about Judy. She was a very gracious lady and a wonderful person. My deepest sympathy, thoughts and prayers are with you, Jeff and Jon at this time. I share in your grief as a friend and hope that you know that you and the boys will always be "family" to my children and myself. Hugs,
October 15, 2010
Jim and family, we are having trouble finding the words to express our sadness at your loss. Judy was a such a loving and caring person. She will be missed by all who knew her. With love and sympathy, Danny and Kathy Booher
Sonia Younger
October 15, 2010
Our positive thoughts and prayers go out to all of the family during this time of heartache. Judy was one of the sweetest ladies we have ever met and she will truely be MISSED by many and NEVER forgotten. She is now with the Father , Jesus Christ and what a beautiful place that is to be. With all of our love, Marty, Sonia, and Vincent
Larry & Connie Boecklen
October 15, 2010
Our condolences to Judy's family and friends. We feel blessed to have known her.
Jim, it was clear Judy was special. The times we shared with the two of you will be cherished as precious memories that will forever be in our hearts. Please know we share your grief and are here for you always.
With love and sympathy ~
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