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Judith Bishop Obituary
WINGATE -- Mrs. Bishop, devoted daughter, wife, mother, teacher and friend, passed away Wednesday, April 30, 2008 at Carolinas Medical Center-Charlotte.
Born in Boone, North Carolina, Judi was the daughter of Jerry Wilson and the late Glenna Sparks Wilson. A graduate of Appalachian State University, Judi married J. Larry Bishop in 1969 and moved to Wingate, North Carolina. She first worked at the State Bank of Wingate and then stayed at home during her sons' childhood. During this time she was actively involved in Boy Scouts, volunteer activities, and summer recreation programs in the area. In her last years, Judi taught at East Union Middle School in Marshville where her greatest love was seeing middle school students achieve their potential.
Judi is survived by her father, her husband, two sons, Michael Bishop of Wingate and J. Bradford Bishop of Atlanta; a brother, Dan Wilson of Charlotte; and step-mother, Marie Wilson of Boone.
The family will receive friends at Gordon Funeral Service, Monroe, on Saturday, May 3, 2008 from 6:00 until 8:00 PM and in Boone on Sunday at the First Baptist Church from 3:00 until 4:00 PM. The funeral service to celebrate the life of Judi Bishop will be at 4:00 PM, Sunday, at the First Baptist Church, Boone, NC with burial to follow at Mount Lawn Memorial Park in Boone, NC.
Gordon Funeral Service is assisting the family.
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Memories and Condolences
for Judith Bishop
Donna Henson Johnson Hicks
April 30, 2025
Judy was a school mate all through elementary and high school. I am glad I got to see her shortly before her death at Baptist Church in Boone. She was a dear person and was always nice to me. She had a lovely Mother and Daddy and brother. I did not get to meet her husband and children. I have fond memories of her. I miss her.
Donna Henson Johnson Hicks
April 26, 2023
I went to school with Judy. All through elementary and high school. She was such a cute girl and lady. We went to church together. She was well liked and I have fond memories of her and her parents and brother. RIP Judy. Thank you for being good to me.
donna hicks
May 11, 2008
I have been thinking of Judy this AM and her family. I know it is hard for them. I read the email from Tyler her student who misses her. I am so sorry about your loss too Tyler. I am sure she thought a lot of you.
Today is hard for a lot of people who have lost their Mothers, friends. I miss my mother and my son. May God Bless you all and hold you in his care.
Judy touched a lot of lives. I am thankful I was her friend.
Donna Hicks
Tyler Suggs
May 9, 2008
I had Mrs.Bishop as homeroom teacher.I'll miss her alot and Iwish she was still here.
Anne Koon
May 7, 2008
Dear Larry, Michael, Brad, Jerry, Marie and Danny: My thoughts and prayers have been and are with you since the loss of Judi last week. I had the honor and privilege of having Judi as a best friend during our school years and afterwards--laughing, sharing so many fun times, serving in each other's wedding, so many happy memories. Time and distance separated us over the years, but we seemed to "catch up" at Class Reunions. She had a great sense of humor and her laugh was contagious. The memorial service in Boone for Judi was a beautiful tribute to her life. She was truly a "happy, little Sparrow" in each of our lives. May God's Love and Peace, and all the happy memories that you and all who knew Judi have, sustain you and everyone always.
My love, Anne Edmisten Koon
Wendy Dagenhart
May 6, 2008
My deepest sympathies are extended to the family. I worked at East Union Middle School for two years and got to know Mrs. Bishop really well. She was a beautiful person. She will be missed by many.
donna hicks
May 5, 2008
We were able to come to Judy's beautiful service yesterday at First Baptist Church. There were many of her classmates from Appalachian High School there and I had not seen since graduating so many years ago. It was so nice that everyone came for our sweet Judy's service. My thoughts and prayers are with Larry, the children, Jerry, Danny,
her step mother and all her friends. She touched many lives and she will forever live on in my heart. I will miss her although I did not get to see her much, but she was busy doing what God had planned for her to do. Each day I will think of her and remember her smiling face. And I will remember to keep in touch with her Daddy as she called him every night. What a dear friend and our loss but heaven's gain.
With love and sympathy,
Donna Henson Johnson Hicks
Arnell Pharr
May 5, 2008
My heart, thoughts, and prayers are sincerely extended to the entire Bishop family and to the East Union Middle School family, of which I fortunately had been a part for two years. Mrs. Bishop was a gem. Her spunk, humor, and thoughtfulness will be sorely missed. Her legacy will be felt and seen forever. God bless you all.
LeeBo, Lynn & Stevie-Lee Nance
May 4, 2008
Mrs. Bishop taught our son,
Stevie-Lee Nance, last year at East Union Middle. She always took he time to encourage him as a person and in his school work. He felt very close to her as a friend. He used to visit her in the mornings, just to talk. We feel very priviledged for her to have been a part of our lives. Our prayers and thoughts are with her family.
Amy Thomas
May 4, 2008
To Mrs. Bishops Family, Please know that our Prayers are with you during this time. My Son (Dylan Aldridge) was Lucky to have Dear Mrs. Judi this School year, She is, and will be Loved, and Missed, Not by Hundreds, But by Thousands of People that she has touched. She was so sweet, You always felt like Family talking with her. I just found out recently that her Father always cut my Grandfathers (Charles Hallman) Hair in Boone. And that he recently celebrated a Birthday, She shared this with her Class, and my Son was telling us about it, We also have Family in Boone. I know that would have put a smile on her face, She always talked about her Family. May God wrap you in his love, and Walk by your side during your time of Lose...
Julia Horne
May 3, 2008
Mrs Bishop taught my grandson this year and we really loved her. Also found out that her father used to cut my fathers hair in Boone. Our prayers are with the family.
Aimee Peden Burke
May 3, 2008
Dear Larry:
My sincerest sympathies to you and your family.
Vicky, John, and Emilee Marsh/Goebel
May 3, 2008
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Dawn Miles
May 2, 2008
Ms. Bishop taught my son, John, this year at East Union and I just wanted you to know that she means a lot to him. He was very upset when he heard of her passing. Our prayers are with your family.
Jane (Norris) Parker
May 2, 2008
Our thoughts & prayers are with you Larry and sons during this most difficult time in your lives.
I was a classmate of Judi's at Appalachian High School. A lot of fond memories of our school years.
My husband Butch grew up on the street above the Wilsons.
May God be with the three of you during this time.
Butch & Jane Parker
Donna Hicks
May 2, 2008
I am so sorry to hear of Judy's death. I went through school with her from the 1st grade through the 12th. She was so cute and so much fun. We went to church at First Baptist Church. The last time I saw her was last year when she was at church with her Daddy. She has a special place in my heart and I will never forget her. My prayers and sympathy to her husband and sons, and Danny and her Daddy.
May God be with you today and the days ahead. Love her classmate, Donna Henson J. Hicks
Malinda Wilcox
May 2, 2008
The angels have come and taken your sweet Judith suddenly to her home in Heaven. May you be comforted by knowing the joy she has brought to others and that someday you will see her again in Heaven. Judy was a very special classmate at Appalachian High School. May you be comforted with precious memories.
Dale Johnson
May 2, 2008
Larry and Family,
We were so sorry to hear about the loss of your wife. I remember so well being at your wedding-it seems like only yesterday. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. I know your mother and daddy will take care of Judi for you.
Love,
Dale
May 2, 2008
The Bishop Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow. Judy's loving memory will forever be with us.
Earl Marais and Family (Michigan)
Ken Keith
May 2, 2008
My deepest sympathy to Larry and the boys. I've already been there.
Dot and Nat Greene
May 2, 2008
Judi's kindness will be missed by all who was touched by her gentleness. We send our sympathy.
Nat & Dot Greene
May 2, 2008
Judi's kindness will be missed by all who was touched by her gentleness. We send our sympathy.
Carmen Shaffer and family
May 2, 2008
Mike and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Betty Stegall
May 2, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in the days ahead as we grieve together for this one whom we all love so dearly.
The Staff of Gordon Funeral Service
May 2, 2008
Offering our deepest condolences during this time.
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