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Ivan R. Judson

1946 - 2022

Ivan R. Judson obituary, 1946-2022, Rockford, MI

BORN

1946

DIED

2022

FUNERAL HOME

Pederson Funeral Home - Rockford

127 N Monroe Street NE

Rockford, Michigan

Ivan Judson Obituary

Judson, Ivan R. 9/6/1946 - 8/25/2022 Ivan Judson passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 25, 2022. Ivan will be remembered as a selfless friend, always willing to help and put others first. He greeted everyone he knew with, "HELLOOOOWW!" followed by his iconic laugh. Ivan touched so many lives and we are all better for knowing him. Ivan was a native of Rockford, MI. He grew up on Bostwick Lake, later residing on the renovated family farmstead, finally settling in Cedar Springs. His home WAS the place to be and Ivan's passion for gardening was evident in his immaculately landscaped homes. Ivan worked in various capacities for Kenowa Hills, Walker Schools and St. Patrick's in Parnell, where he retired. Ivan is survived by his partner Ricardo Macias, nephew & nieces Jim (Robin, Quinn & Parker) Wheeler, Jamie (Jack, Jackson & Max) Shavlik, Susie (Guy, Riley & Molly) Diske. His parents Robert and Donna Judson and sister Sue Wheeler preceded him in death. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, September 24, 2022, from 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm at Bostwick Lake Antiques, 8451 Belding Road NE, Rockford, MI 49341 In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Glioblastoma Foundation, P.O. Box 62066, Durham, NC 27715. The family welcomes messages and memories in their online guestbook at www.plaisierfuneral.com.

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Published by Grand Rapids Press from Sep. 2 to Sep. 4, 2022.

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Kristie Jacobs

September 27, 2022

Ivan was problem one of my favorite people I´ve had the pleasure to know. We we´re parishioners at St. Patrick´s for a couple decades, and our children attended the school for several years. I also enjoyed working with him there. He got me an incredibly wonderful job as a baker at the Grist Mill, as he knew Don pretty well. I didn´t know he passed until today, so this new is just heartbreaking. Such a gentle, kind-hearted, with an amazing sense of humor. I´m sure he is greatly missed.

Dave Sherburn

September 21, 2022

I've known Ivan since about 1968 or so, we went back a long ways. Always so much fun to be around, do thing with. He will be greatly missed by many of us. Dave Sherburn, from Scottville, MI

Becky (Myers) Dickerman

September 6, 2022

Going to St Patrick's school K-8, Mr Judson was always such a bright, beaming light to see in the hallways! I loved the way his laugh and voice echoed in the hallways. I actually still think of him often, fondly, even though I graduated from 8th grade in 2003. I'll be sending up some prayers, love, and gratitude for always being such a friendly, steady presence in our school. Whenever there was a problem in school and we saw Mr Judson show up, we knew everything would be alright. He will be missed.

sharon castilla

September 5, 2022

I worked with Ivan,had alot of fun with Ivan will truly miss him

Carole Walsh

September 4, 2022

Ivan always made me smile. I loved working with him at St Patrick. You will be missed, dear friend! Love, Carole Walsh

Pat and Toni Bush

September 4, 2022

First ever 2 time Bean Soup Champ @ Sand Bar, Sand Lake! Missed Ivan when he quit entering! Great Person!!!

Todd Kolasa

September 4, 2022

It was a privilege to spend so many of my "growing up" years having Ivan as a long time family friend. His kindness and generosity to people of all ages was so helpful to the younger group at the family outings he attended. He taught us to have the best time possible and provided so many entertaining stories! His legendary laugh and constant pursuit of fun are what stands out the most. We'll miss you, IJ!

Kathye and Bpb Vid

September 3, 2022

Always loved your helloo at the hair salon. You will be missed. Kathye Bob Rory and Kelsi Vidal

Powell Toby

September 2, 2022

Ivan was always such a gracious and giving spirit. He will be greatly missed. Toby Powell

Tim and Blythe

September 2, 2022

We loved Ivan , I don´t know anyone who didn´t . He will be greatly missed. RIP

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