Judith Drake Kunzler

Judith Drake Kunzler obituary, Cincinnati, OH

Judith Drake Kunzler

Judith Kunzler Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Aug. 24, 2025.
Judith Drake Kunzler, 84, of Cincinnati, OH passed away August 12, 2025, at Scarlet Oaks Nursing Facility.

Born August 23, 1941, in Cleveland, OH to Violet and Michael Drake. Judy graduated from DeVilbiss High School in Toledo and Mount St. Joesph University in Cincinnati. An avid reader and writer, she chronicled family life in her Fairfield Echo column with a warm, witty touch reminiscent of Erma Bombeck. Judy received Mercy Hospital's Gray Lady of the Year award in Hamilton for her many hours of volunteering with patients.

Judy is survived by her children: Kristine (Dennis) Susa and Michael (Michelle) Kunzler & grandchildren: Michael, Stephen and William Susa & Michael and Erickson Kunzler.

In accordance with her wishes, she donated her body to the University of Cincinnati's School of Medicine to support medical education and research. The family will hold a private memorial at a later date.

Those wishing to honor Judy may consider a gift to The Library Foundation, 800 Vine Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202-2009. [email protected].

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