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Judy Houston Obituary
Montgomery - Houston Pennic, Judy, a resident of Montgomery, Alabama, transitioned to her heavenly home on December 17, 2019. She was born in Montgomery, Alabama, in 1948 to the late George and Nancy Pennic. She was a graduate of Carver High School's class of 1966. Later, Judy earned a Bachelor of Science degree in education from Alabama State University and a Master's degree from Troy University in Montgomery. With her education, she worked as a teacher at both Robert E. Lee High School and Alabama State University.
Her husband, John C. Houston, preceded her in death. She is survived by a loving daughter, Cossaundria (Jerry) Edwards, Hayneville, Alabama; one step-daughter, Nancy (Edril) Stewart, Atlanta, GA; one step-son, Larry Houston, Montgomery, AL; three grandsons, Jeremy Edwards, Jon Michael Edwards, both Montgomery, AL, Geno Martin, Atlanta, GA; two great-grandchildren, Jace and Ariyah Edwards; two devoted brothers, Frederick (Sandra) Pennic, Montgomery, AL; George (Rhonda) Pennic, Hermitage, TN; one sister, Grace Brown, Montgomery, AL; one precious aunt, Bertha Ponder, Montgomery, AL; three sisters-in-law, Beatrice Watson, Montgomery, AL; Barbara (James) Wright, Opelika, AL; Martha Houston, Houston, TX; one brother-in-law, Charlie Houston, Montgomery, AL; three special cousins, Mary and Ed Hardin, and Annette Whatley, Montgomery, AL; and a host of nieces, nephews and cousins.
Dr. Neil Epler will conduct a Celebration of life Service on Saturday, December 21, 2019, at 1:00 p.m. at Southern Memorial Funeral Home & Crematorium. Visitation will be held from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. with services to follow. Interment at Greenwood Cemetery.
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Bob Elmore
December 13, 2020
Loved that woman. Sorely missed
Lois Richardson
December 22, 2019
My Condolences to the family.My God comfort and strengthen you All.Praying for you all cousins.
Lois Patterson
December 21, 2019
During this difficult time, may fond moments and treasured memories bring you comfort. Remembering Judy's gentle and wonderful spirit will remain forever in our hearts. May you find peace and comfortmost sincere condolences to your family.
Lois Patterson and family
john mitchell jr
December 20, 2019
I just found out my favorite teacher, 2nd mom, advisor, and guardian angel has passed. I'm sorry i let so much time go by without reaching out to you. I'm forever grateful for the advise you gave me through high school and college. Me and Lenzy were just talking about you. First class teacher and friend I'm going to miss you Mrs. Houston. Another Great Mentor as join the Angels. RIP love you always
Johnnie Mae Bussey
December 20, 2019
My Condolences to family and friends. She was a blessing to me , a great adviser and friend. She helped me through some things giving life lesson views. Marshall and I were at their house often hanging with Frederick, George, Sandy, Ann and Ms Nancy. They were one of my extended families. Love you and blessings to family always. R.I.P.
Loretta Payne
December 20, 2019
There are two fond memories of Mrs. Houston. First she was one of my history instructor at Alabama State. Secondly I did my student intern under her at Robert E. Lee High School.
She was a wonderful person. Rest in Peace
GWENITA PONDER
December 19, 2019
Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal. Keeping the family in prayer during this difficult time.
Clinton Carter
December 19, 2019
She was a wonderful teacher and a great friend. I will miss our hallway conversations at Frazer where we shared happy memories of our days at Lee High.
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