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Bernard JUDKINS Obituary
He graduated from the Newport News Public School System. He served honorably in the US Coast Guard and retired from the Newport News Fire Department with 30 years of service. After retirement, Bernard worked for Riverside Hospital in Security.
Preceding Bernard in death was his mother, Bettie Collins Judkins; father, Billy Lee Judkins; and sister, Sadie I. Davis.
He is survived by his wife of 27 years, Theresa Judkins, of Hampton, Va.; a son, the Rev. Travis Judkins (Austin) of Windsor, N.C.; two stepdaughters, Terry Judge-Pulley (Burnell), Ebonique Watson (Teddy) all of Hampton, Va.; and four grandchildren.
A viewing will be noon to 7 p.m. with a wake service where family will receive friends from 7 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 4, 2011, at Cooke Bros. Funeral Chapel. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Aug. 5, at Hampton Memorial Gardens.
Services of comfort entrusted to Cooke Bros. Funeral Chapel, 1601 – 27th Street, Newport News, Va. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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for Bernard JUDKINS
Johnny Cook
July 28, 2022
My prayer always with and your family. Your neighbor hood friend.
Pat Faiella
September 21, 2020
I was saddened to come across Jud's obituary. I served with Jud in the Coast Guard. He was a great guy. My condolences, belatedly, to Jud's family.
Bettie Baylor
August 9, 2011
TJ & Family
May it comfort you to know that others care. May God continue to strengthen you.
Lena Cheatham
August 6, 2011
His smile light up the world and his memories will live on.
Bernard had a big and giving heart and he loved to make folks laugh.
He will be deeply missed . Our deepest sympathy to the family.
He’s gone too soon, but God had a bigger plan.
His loving cousins,
Lena, Don & Robert Cheatham
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Jeanie Watson
August 5, 2011
August 5, 2011
Theresa, Travis Terry and Ebbie,
Sorrow looks back. Worry looks around. Faith looks up.
Johnny Cook
August 5, 2011
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Judy Manning Carter
August 5, 2011
Dear Theresa and family,
I always loved hearing Bill tell stories of Judkins and you during his time at the fire department shop. He loved both of you and I grew to love you too.
Take care and remember all the good times had by all. I am praying for you and your family.
Judy (Manning) Carter and family
Beverly Creekmore
August 5, 2011
Please know that I am thinking of you and your family during these difficult times. I'm keeping you in my prayers.
charlene pitts
August 5, 2011
2 sis Tee n family...my deepest sympathy n thoughts/prayers go out 2 u all. may god continue 2 keep everyone wrapped n his loving arms n b ur strength/comforter forever! b blessed
charlene pitts
August 5, 2011
2 sis Tee n family...my deepest sympathy n thoughts/prayers go out 2 u all. may god continue 2 keep everyone wrapped n his loving arms n b ur strength/comforter forever! b blessed
Kaseem Beatty
August 5, 2011
My deepest prayer out to the Judkins family he was a great man that will never be forgottened.
The Beatty Family
Delma Mitchell
August 4, 2011
TJ and Family
I'm sorry to hear of the homegoing of your love one. May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Alberta Scott
August 4, 2011
Our deepest sympathy and prayers to the family during this time of sorrow. May God comfort, give you strength and keep you in his care. "Peanut" will be deeply missed but not forgotten. He was a great cousin but most of all a good friend. We will cherish his precious memories full of laughter and cheer. Rest in peace my dear cousin. Gone but not forgotten.
Willie & Alberta Scott
Greg & Sherry Harrell
August 4, 2011
TJ and Family,
We are so sorry to here of the death of Jud. May you find comfort in Psalms 27.
We love You TJ
Linda Ward
August 4, 2011
My deepest sympathy to the Judkins' family. Our family has suffered another loss. We are in prayer for our family and will miss Peanut a bunch. He always had a way of making you laugh.
MICHAEL SMALL
August 4, 2011
JUDD WAS ONE OF THE BEST. HE WAS A MENTOR AND A FRIEND. LEARNED ALOT FROM HIM. MY CONDOLENCES TO TJ AND THE FAMILY
Dicky Hamilton
August 4, 2011
I remember Jud's laugh and his humor. He was a great medic; I will miss him
C. Creig Moore
August 4, 2011
I am deeply saddened to hear of the passing of one of Newport News Fire Department’s iconic figures. Judd was truly dedicated to the fire department and was an excellent EMS provider. Judd was EMS for the Briarfield district on B-shift for over 20 years. He quickly energized the room with his presence and his terrific since of humor. Judd was a great partner and a true friend. My sorrow and sympathy go out to TJ and family. Rest in peace my brother and GOD bless.
August 4, 2011
Hello TJ,
I am very sorry to hear that Jud has passed.He made me laugh so hard my stomach hurt when we worked at station #1 together.Jud was definetly in a clsss by himself when it came to telling firehouse stories. He was a real master at it. My prayers are with you.
Blessings in Christ,
Jeb Parker
Karla & Cynthia Rhone
August 4, 2011
Ebony and Family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My condolences go out to you all....
Debra Johnson
August 3, 2011
I would like to say to my family, you are in my prayers and peanut will surely be missed. Love Debra Johnson(Lou).
August 3, 2011
People who can make others laugh effortlessly are true blessings in disguise,Jud was one of those people May he rest in Peace!!It was a honor to be a friend.
Joannie Young
August 3, 2011
TJ ~
Our thoughts & prayers go out to you and your family.
Joannie & Harry Young
Richard Jeffries
August 3, 2011
TJ, I am truly sorry for your loss. Jud was larger than life and he will be missed.
Cindy White
August 3, 2011
Our Thoughts & Prayers Go Out To The Family ..As The Flame Burns On The Candle May It Warm Your Hearts With Memories Of A Precious Person Who Touched So Many Lives..He Will Be Surely Missed ..His Riverside Hospital Family
Mabel Jenkins
August 3, 2011
TJ and family:
I was deeply saddened to hear of your loss. When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure. Treasure the memories of 37 wonderful years and carry him forever in your heart. With heartfelt condolences,
Mabel and Keith Jenkins
Rick McCreary
August 3, 2011
Theresa and Family, So sorry to here about Jud.I had the honor of working with him in the late 70's at station 7. He was truly a great guy. He will be missed by all who knew him. May God Bless you Theresa and you family. Rick McCreary
Carolyn Rinaca
August 3, 2011
TJ: I am so sorry to hear about "Jud." Please know that I'm am thinking about you always.
Lee Ware
August 3, 2011
To TJ and family, please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. And sending up this prayer TO Jud...please say hi to Butch Williams, Chief Pruitt, and the rest of the old gang for those of us still down here. Love ya brother, rest well.
August 3, 2011
Dear Tj and family, so sorry to hear about your lost, may God guide you through these difficult times.
Odessa "Dee" Cohen
Vicki Swicegood Sterling
August 3, 2011
Theresa and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Jud was a great guy with a huge personality that touched so many people. I am so thankful that I had the opportunity to have known him. I pray that God will wrap his arms around you during this difficult time.
Sending my love to you,
Jim Ridenhour
August 3, 2011
"Jud" and I came into the Newport News Fire Department at the birth of EMS, learning as we went along. Having Jud as a partner was a wonderful experience. I think that all that worked with him would agree that he was "the greatest partner to have"....A Partner's Partner. Jud will be missed by all that he had contact with, that ever glowing smile and wonderful sense of humor. I truly believe that we were all fortunate to have know him.
I know that in the heavenly fire station he Butch Williams and the rest that went before him are already sitting around swapping old "war stories".
Rest In Peace My Brother...
Jim Ridenhour
Tammi Knight
August 3, 2011
Theresa and family I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep your family in my prayers. May God bring comfort during this most difficult time.
Sherri Winnegan
August 3, 2011
To Terry and family im sorry for your loss. My condolence to you and your love ones.
latoya bagley lawrence
August 3, 2011
I remember OUR conversations at work you were always very friendly.The last time I seen you. You spoke to me as I was leaving for the day and we had a brief conversation about your retirementI was Very excited for you. I am still in shock thanks for always being concerned about me and my husband and giving Good Advise Your presence will be miss at Riverside Hospital. To be Gone but not Forgotten.
Pamela Bussey
August 3, 2011
Rest in peace.
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