Jean Marie Stoodley

Jean Marie Stoodley, 65, of Lompoc, CA, passed away unexpectedly on January 26, 2026 at Cottage Hospital in Santa Barbara, CA. She was the wife of Glenn Roland Stoodley. They shared 30 years of marriage together.

Born in Cut Bank, Montana, on December 21, 1960. She was the daughter of Bradley Burbridge and Rita Parsley.

Jean spent her early years and received her education in Lompoc, graduating from Lompoc High School and later attending Alan Hancock College to pursue a career in nursing. Jean dedicated her professional life to caring for others, initially working as a Licensed Vocational Nurse in Obstetrics. She also worked as an in-home caregiver for several years before transitioning to serve as a school nurse at Lompoc Valley Middle School.

Jean's caring nature was not confined to her professional life; Jean was profoundly creative, helpful, and always giving to others. Apart from her career, Jean had a passion for music and was an accomplished vocalist, often singing alongside her daughter, Hannah. Her creativity extended to cooking and baking, including catering events. She loved crafting and sewing in addition to decorating her home for the holidays and making elaborate costumes for Halloween and other occasions.

Jean is survived by her husband Glenn Stoodley, daughter, Hannah Stoodley (Kimmi) mother, Rita Parsley, stepfather, Dave Parsley, sister, Lois Sanford (Rob), brothers, Larry Burbridge (Suzan) and Brad Burbridge (Joyce),brother-in-law Keith(Karen), sisters-in-law Darcy Brady (Stephan), Dawna Foote (Dave) and Holly Bubier, stepsisters, Sharon Remine and Cindy Gesling; along with many nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father, Bradley Burbridge, stepmother, Dorothy Burbridge and nephew, Bryan Sanford.

Jean's legacy of kindness, creativity and community service will continue to inspire those who knew her. Her vibrant personality and quick wit will be missed.

In Lieu of flowers, donations may be made to "The Jean Stoodley Memorial Scholarship Fund"-a scholarship setup for high school students interested in pursuing a nursing or medical career. Please email Julia Wright at juliawright3838@yahoo.com for more information on how to donate.

A celebration of her life is will be announced at a later date.