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William Donald Judd

1927 - 2012

BORN

1927

DIED

2012

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Maddox Funeral Home

105 West Main Street

Front Royal, Virginia

William Judd Obituary

On April 12, 2012, William Donald Judd passed away peacefully surrounded by his family in his home in Front Royal.

Donald was born on April 11, 1927 in the Arlington, Falls Church, VA area, where he was raised and lived.

He was married to his wife, Janet Lois Royer, for 57 years.

He served the Navy in World War II, returning to work at the Post Office in Arlington for 27 years. He retired and then continued working for Arlington County as a Real Estate Appraiser. During most of his working days he also sold Real Estate in the area. Donald belonged to the American Legion, Post 139, Izaak Walton League of Warren County and The National Association of Letter Carriers.

He is survived by his wife; son, Alan of Front Royal, VA; daughter, Peggy Meyhew (Chris) of Oakton, VA; and son, Dennis of Fairfax, VA; three granddaughters, Nicole & Rachael Mayhew and Sara Judd. He is also survived by his two brothers and two sisters, Benjamin C. Judd, Billy R. Judd, Patty Helm and Joan Burtt.

His Memorial Service will be held at the Maddox Funeral Home, 105 West Main Street, Front Royal, VA on Saturday April 21, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. A reception with family will follow.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society.

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Published by Northern Virginia Daily from Apr. 15 to Apr. 16, 2012.

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Karen Dawn

April 21, 2012

Peggy and family,
I enjoyed reading about your Dad's life and experiences. I look forward to hearing more about this wonderful man who raised such an awesome gal. Love to you and your family!

Carol Groves

April 17, 2012

To the Judd Family:
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. You loved and cared for him and were with him as he passed. He is now at peace after a long struggle. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

A. T.

April 16, 2012

I wish to express my condolences to the family. In your time of bereavement, please know that God assures us that we will see our loved ones again. I'm sure that with the help of our loving Heavenly Father, your family, and friends you will receive the comfort and support you need to cope with your grief.

Gaylene Stewart

April 16, 2012

Mr. Judd was a truly wonderful man. He was blessed to have such a loving family. It was a great pleasure getting to know him. Thoughts and prayers with his family. Mr. Judd, you will be missed.

Kristin Henning

April 16, 2012

Thinking of all you!!! We are glad that he has been a part of our family! I am thankful that my boys have had the opportunity to spend some time with him, as he has left a big impression on them! They will carry these memories for a lifetime!! Deepest sympathy to all of you!! I hope he keeps trying to feed those bears as the boys thought that was the greatest thing!! Love you all, Kristin, Matthew, Riley, Kohlton & Lon Royer

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