SYCAMORE – Dr. Judd Robert Storey, 87, of Sycamore, Ill., died Wednesday, Jan. 23, 2013, at home.
Born Oct. 3, 1925, in DeKalb, the son of Robert Wayne and Alta (Judd) Storey, Judd practiced optometry in DeKalb for 38 years, retiring Jan. 1, 1988. He was much enjoyed by his patients and is loved and will be missed by his family and friends.
Judd served in the Naval Air Corps from 1944 to 1947. He was a member of First United Methodist Church of DeKalb, DeKalb Elks Club, American Legion and American Optometric Association. Judd was a 1943 graduate of DeKalb High School and did undergraduate studies at Northern Illinois University and Duke University. He received his Doctorate of Optometry in 1950 from Northern Illinois College of Optometry.
Judd married Yvonne Kerr on April 10, 1948, in DeKalb. Together they had three children, Kaye, Stephen and Diane. After Yvonne's passing in 1989, Judd married Corinne L. (Swanstrom) Kasmar on Feb. 2, 1991, in Rochelle.
Judd enjoyed golfing, fishing, bowling, traveling and gardening.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 22 years, Corinne Storey; son, Dr. Stephen (Karen) Storey of DeKalb; daughters, Kaye Storey of Sycamore and Diane (Gary) Hill of Round Lake; stepson, Kevin (Liane) Kasmar of Barrington; grandchildren, Matthew Boren, Caitlin, Emily, Cameron and Tessa; great-grandchildren, Elizabeth, Emmalee and Connor; brother, Dean R. (Carol) Storey of Chicago; nephew, Brian (Amy) Storey; and niece, Lynn Storey.
A private family funeral service will be held.
In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the Dr. Judd R. Storey Memorial Fund for I Care International, 880 Bedford Road, Morris, IL 60450, or can be sent in care of Anderson Funeral Home, P.O. Box 605, 2011 S. Fourth St., DeKalb, IL 60115.
For information, visit www.AndersonFuneralHomeLtd.com or call 815-756-1022.

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Published by Daily Chronicle from Jan. 24 to Jan. 25, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for JUDD STOREY

26 Entries

Amie Lawhorn

February 1, 2013

My eye Dr from childhood to adulthood. Keeping your family in my thoughts and prayer..

January 28, 2013

So sorry about your father what a wonderful man I always enjoyed. My prayers & sympathy are with you and your family Ruth Heal

Greg Holtapp

January 27, 2013

I only knew Dr. Storey thru my eye exams. That little bit of time was all I needed to figure out that Dr. Storey was a great doctor and a great gentleman.

Susan Sisler-Roland

January 27, 2013

A wonderful man that will be missed by oh, so many.But what great memories he has left us with. My deepest condolences to his family.

Susan Japuntich Huether

January 26, 2013

What a guy! Just saw him at my father's wake a few years ago. With that smile, I don't think he ever aged. He was my eye doctor 45 over years ago. Not one doctor since could compare, what a jewel. Thank you for sharing him with us. Many Blessings to you the families. Sincerely, Susan Japuntich Huether

Noël Smith

January 26, 2013

Steve, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. He was a wonderful man. For the past 37 years your father and you have taken care of my eyesight and now my daughters as well. We have all lost a great man, but he has left behind a great son who has followed in his footsteps. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.

Roger LeRoy

January 25, 2013

Judd was a wonderful person who will be missed for many reasons. Let`s also not forget that as a young man he put his life on the line in combat as a WWII aviator for the U.S. Navy. People like Judd have let us live happily in that Home of the Free.

January 25, 2013

Dear Matt~
We are so sorry for the loss of your Grandpa. Our thoughts & prayers are with you, your Mom, & all your Family.
With Love, Uncle Dan & Aunt Deb

Carol Wilson

January 25, 2013

Dear Steve,
We send our deepest sympathy on the passing of your dad. We will miss him at our reunions. Also I loved seeing him at church each Sunday. It is a sad reminder that his generation (our mom included) is gone forever. We will miss him and his great sense of humor!
Carol and Dan Wilson

Steve Brewer

January 24, 2013

Steve,

Sorry to hear of your dad's passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Steve Brewer

Karen Sharp

January 24, 2013

I was a patient of Dr. Storey's many years ago. I always looked forward to my appointments because he would show his vacation pictures. He introduced me to the Chicago to Mackinac race and inspired me to go to Mackinac Island. He was such a kind man. My condolences to his family.

January 24, 2013

Dear Steve and family
John told me of your Father's passing, I just want you to know I care about you, and have such wonderful memories of your friendship with Barrett, please know you have my sympathy at this sad time. Mrs. Corneille (Bev Anderson)

Laurie and Doug Gay

January 24, 2013

Doug and my thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Bonnie Lorensen

January 24, 2013

I was a long time patient of Judd Storey. He went out of his way to help me see. One 4th of July, I lost a contact lens and he offered to open up his office to find something that would work for me until regular office hours were operating.
In 1970, he had the difficult task of telling me that I had RP and would probably go blind some day. He was very compassionate and made every effort to maintain my vision as it deteriorated.
I was then blessed to have his son, Stephen, follow in his footsteps with his kind and dedicated care over the years.
I'm sure Judd Storey made a huge difference in many lives through his profession. I will always remember him with high esteem.

Roy Rich

January 24, 2013

Fantastic Uncle, always smiling, and great with jokes. He will be missed.

Sally Clegg

January 24, 2013

I am in total disbelief that our dear friend is no longer with us. Judd's sense of humor made everyone laugh. When I was a kid I asked him what his first name was. He said "dirty". I responded with "that's not funny" even though it really was. One of my favorite moments was when my Grandpa was making rabbit stew. Judd opened the pot and said "Everett, there is a hare in there!" His laughter was contagious. It seemed when he was in the room the saddest of people would become happy. Even though Judd is no longer with us, his laughter, kindness, and integrity will live on in each of us.

Tana Hamm

January 24, 2013

Dr. Storey fit me with my first pair of contact lenses in 1963 when I was sixteen. I remember thinking he was the nicest man and best doctor I had ever met! He told me I had beautiful eyes. He probably said that to all nervous potential contact lens wearers , but for me, it was a monumental moment! My sympathy to the family.

Nancy Storey

January 24, 2013

Hope you take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel with a great sense of humor to watch over you. As a member of the Storey clan, I always enjoyed sharing Hawaii and visiting with them on their travels. My prayers to all.

January 24, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers to the Storey family. He always had a smile and a funny story to tell. He will be missed.

Gene and Margaret Deisz

Lance and Kathy Farris

January 24, 2013

When I was a teenager, Dr Storey tried so hard to fit me for contacts and didn't give up until I did He was determined to help me wear them, and spent many hours in doing so He was my doctor for many years and I will always remember his kindness and caring Our sympathy to Dr Stephen and all of the family

Marvin & Wanda Bernhardy

January 24, 2013

We are sorry to hear about Dr. Storey's passing. He took care of my eyes and my wife's for a long time and was very dedicated to his profession. When shopping in DeKalb, I would see him and always enjoyed talking to him. His family has our sincere condolences.

Marvin & Wanda Bernhardy

Diedrich Family

January 24, 2013

My most sincere condolences on behalf of me, my dad & our families. Blessings to you during your time of mourning & always.

Norman Eckstrom

January 24, 2013

Fond memories of the Waune Storey family down the street from me on S. 2nd St.
of Judd and family around the corner of Gifford...thoughts to the family

Dana O'Rourke

January 24, 2013

My thoughts and prayers to the Storey family. I started seeing Dr. Storey when I was 8 y/o, continued on till my late teens. He got me to wear my glasses when no one else could. Wonderful man. Last 10 yrs, my daughter and I, have the privilege in seeing his son, Stephen. God Bless.

Jim Rich

January 24, 2013

Uncle Judd was one-in-a-million.

Stephan Japuntich

January 24, 2013

I always enjoyed my appointments with Doc Storey. He had a wonderful sense of humor. May he rest in peace.

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