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1963

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2024

JUDD WADDELL Obituary

WADDELL--Judd D., passed away at his home in New York City on January 29, 2024 after a long courageous fight against cancer. Born July 6, 1963 in Decatur Illinois, Judd is predeceased by his mother Merry H. Waddell, father Robert H. Waddell, and partner Steven Ferre. A graduate of Washington University in St. Louis, Judd became a successful bridal designer, and worked at leading companies in the fashion industry, including operating Judd Waddell LLC from 2000 - 2016. Although he spent over 35 years living in New York City, he retained strong ties to his hometown of Iliopoulos, Illinois from where he made many lifelong friendships. Judd will forever be remembered by his many dear friends for his unflappable sense of style, enormous talent, insanely quick wit, and irreverent sense of humor. In his loving Memory, please make a donation to a charity of your choice where he will continued to be remembered.

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Published by New York Times on Feb. 4, 2024.

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Don Sally

April 12, 2025

I remember Judd vividly. My family lived illiopolis. His father, Bob was the "wildest" auto dealer in Illinois. Bob and Judd picked me up for 1st grade in early convertible corvette. I have so many stories. He will be missed.

Marylyn Springer

April 20, 2024

Juddy...missing you so much...Marylyn

Barb Turnbull

February 6, 2024

Judd´s father and mother were dear friends of mine and I remember fondly the day Judd and I took the launch in Ft Lauderdale and saw all the cruise ships in the harbor-what fun I had with Judd(he will be missed)

Mara J Urshel

January 31, 2024

Judd was always a true gentleman , it was a pleasure to visit his showroom to view the seasons bridal collection. He was liked by everyone at Kleinfeld and they loved when he visited the store. His legacy in the industry will be forever. Miss you, Judd,

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