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Judy Champlin Obituary
Judy was a homemaker and bookkeeper of the family farm. She is best remembered as a loving and caring wife, a thoughtful sister and a proud mother. Her greatest joy was watching her grandchildren run around, playing sports and being with her husband. She took pride in her hard work and having such a caring and loving family.
Judy was preceded in death by parents, Harry and Marion Donnell.
She is survived by husband, Stanley T. Champlin; sons, Ryan Champlin and wife, Glenda and Shawn Champlin and wife, Chandalin all of Hanford, Kelly Champlin of Visalia and Christopher Champlin and wife, Betsy of Hanford; a sister, Donna Pendergrass and husband, Jim of Jerome, Idaho and a brother, Arvin Donell of Visalia.
Judy will also be greatly missed by her grandchildren, Rylee Jill, Logan Rose, Chase, Grant, Kasey, Craig and Jake.
Visitation will be held from noon to 1 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 2, at People's Funeral Chapel with Funeral Service following at 1 p.m. Burial will be private.
Donations may be made to Inspiring Dreams, c/o Chandalin Champlin at 5902 Houston Ave. Hanford, CA 93230 or donor's favorite charity.
Services under the direction of People's Funeral Chapel of Hanford.
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Memories and Condolences
for Judy Champlin
Paul Mayo
January 17, 2010
Dear Stan, Ryan, Shawn, Kelly and Chris: I am very sorry to hear of Judy's passing. She was one of the all time "great baseball moms!" Paul Mayo
Jim & Deborah Brightwell
January 4, 2010
The Family of Judy,
When Jim and I heard about Judy's passing, we were stunned. Memories of Little League, Mother's (Parent's) Club at Kit Carson School, all the many hours working together on school projects came flooding back to us. Judy was a beautiful and compassionate woman. She was always a lady. She loved her husband and children beyond measure. Never passing judgement and always had a smile on her lovely face. And she adored her grandchildren and her daughters(in-laws). Family always came first with Judy. Our deepest sympathy to the Champlin Family and the Donnell Family. Respectfully, Jim & Deborah Brightwell
George & Mavis Mayo
January 4, 2010
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.
Thierry Richards
January 3, 2010
Few women walked this earth with the kindness, love, and giving joy that Judy always had. This love and fulfilling of life lives on with her husband Stan, her sons, and grandchildren, all who were (are) loved so deeply and dearly by her. She touched the souls and hearts of everyone who knew her. Stan....you're a man to envy and admire for the wonderful love, life, and bond you and Judy had together....you two were inseparable and a model couple. Boys, you're all great, wonderful men in large part due to your Mom. To Judy's grand babies...she lives and continues on in all of you...make her proud! I love her, I love you all, and Judy truly was a loving angel experienced on earth. What a blessing she is to everyone. She is missed by all.
Dan and Sharon Costa
January 2, 2010
Kelly and family, we are truly sorry for your loss. We used to talk all the time about all of you boys. It seemed to always finish talking about sports :-) She was a very sweet person.
Chris Costa
January 2, 2010
Many of my fondest memories from my youth are centered around Judy (Mrs. Champlin) and her family. She opened her home to me and all of her sons friends.She was the first person to show me to put peanut butter on my pancakes.
My thoughts and prayers to Stan, Ryan, Shawn, Kelly and Chris.
Gary and Sue Mitchell
January 2, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Alvin Cardoza
January 1, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of great loss. She was a wonderful woman who will be greatly missed.
Thelma Nunes
January 1, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Shirley Fay & Matson Alarm
December 31, 2009
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Jamie and Beth Pendergrass
December 31, 2009
We love you Judy and you will be missed greatly.
The Hill Family
December 31, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Billie Joyce Sparlin (Ake)
December 31, 2009
Stanley and Family,
Judy was one of the nicest, most beautiful and hardworking person I know. I have loved her ever since she was a little girl. Even though we did not see each other often, we both knew we could count on the other no matter what. She will be deeply missed.
Mike & Kathy Smith
December 31, 2009
We extend our deepest sympathy to the entire Champlin family. We are very saddened by her much too early passing. We will miss her and know our "in common" grandchildren will miss their wonderful Grandma.
Vicky Crosswell
December 31, 2009
Dear Stan and Family
I am so sorry about Judy. Although we didn't see each other the past years there were always so many wonderful memories of the boys and all the times we shared thoses benchs. I loved her dearly and thought she was a wonderful person and a dear friend. My kids all have special memories of her too. My heart goes out to each of you and our prayers are with you all.
Love,
Vicky and Family
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