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JoAnn Judd Obituary
Loving Mother and
Grandmother
It is hard to comprehend the many ways that Ada JoAnn Alexander Judd has touched our lives during her time on this earth. We were blessed to have her with us physically for 85 years and we know that we will have her with us eternally -- guiding, loving, and nurturing. We will forever thank our Heavenly Father for this great lady. She was born May 30, 1931 in Salt Lake City, Utah and left this earth on January 24, 2017. JoAnn taught us to be kind to all of God's children -- as we watched her smile with ease at others during her happiest days as well as her most difficult days. JoAnn taught us that the family unit is a treasure, worth sacrificing for and giving our all to. She was a daughter to Rudger M. and Ada Louise Alexander who preceded her in death, a sister to Donald Ray Alexander, and a dedicated and loving mother and grandmother. She taught us to serve others at every moment of everyday -- working tirelessly and optimistically to bring joy and comfort to all she came in contact with. Service made her happy. JoAnn taught us that we should be our best selves as she loved us all uniquely. (Every one of her 23 grandchildren insist they are her favorite!) She taught us to cherish our spouses as we watched her light up every time she looked at her beloved husband Big Jim (James Sevy Judd, Jr.) who also preceded her in death. Theirs is a true love story. She taught us to be strong and conscientious in everything we pursue. She taught us to enjoy our individual talents just as she enjoyed hers - sewing, crocheting, story-telling, and our favorite, cooking. She taught us to love the Savior Jesus Christ and the goodness of His teachings. Her children Steven (Holli), Ryan (Leslie), Craig (Denise), Ronald (Teresa), and Karen (Barry) are trying our best to embrace her lifetime of lessons - knowing however, that the impact of her life is incomprehensible.
Viewing at McDougal Funeral Home, 4330 South Redwood Road, Taylorsville, Utah, Sunday, January 29, 2017 from 6:00 - 8:00 PM and Monday, January 30, 2017, 10:00 - 10:45 AM at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Bennion 6 th Ward Chapel - 5775 South 2700 West, Taylorsville, Utah. A Funeral Service will follow at the Chapel at 11:00 AM. Interment - Valley View Memorial Park.
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Dawna Madsen
January 30, 2017
Sorry to loose such a sweet friend. We had such good times. Much love to her children. You are blessed to have her for your mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Dawna Mahdsen and family
David and Dixine Hansen
January 28, 2017
Our sincere condolences to the family.-David and Dixine Hansen
Tina Rothe
January 27, 2017
I am beyond sad about this sweet friend who I have loved with all of my heart. I can't imagine her not being around making us all laugh at her darling stories. What will BYU games be without us talking through the whole game and not even knowing who won. She was one in a million and I will miss her so much. Got a Christmas card from her and had no idea that would be the last one. I know Jim is so thrilled and I loved him too. My prayers go with you all. She will be dearly missed!!!
Naylor Family
January 27, 2017
I'm so sorry for you loss of your mother. We love you all and are praying for comfort in knowing she is with our Heavenly Father once again. Hugs and prayers to you all.
J & S Dennison
January 26, 2017
We loved Joann, she was so accepting of us when we were at any of Craig and Denise's family parties. She shared her cooking talent and spoiled John with her English Toffee every chance she would get. We feel very blessed to have known her and Big Jim and are sure they are having a wonderful reunion. Heaven received another angel. Prayers and hugs for all the family.
Barbara & Gaylon Howell
January 26, 2017
What a grand lady. She had a way of making us feel like we were a special friend. She was a great neighbor to our son and his family, and my grandchildren loved visiting her where they always received a cookie with a smile and a laugh.
She will be missed! Hugs and prayers to her family.
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