Judith Ann "Judy" Boyer

Judith Ann "Judy" Boyer obituary

Judith Ann "Judy" Boyer

Judith Boyer Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Bross & Spidle Funeral Home & Cremation Services & Monuments - Excelsior Sp on Sep. 20, 2025.

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Judy Boyer of Excelsior Springs, MO, passed unexpectedly Friday, September 12, 2025 . She was 82.

Judith Ann McManigal was born December 20, 1942, to Donald and Lucille McManigal. She spent her early years in Sierra Madre, CA, before the family moved to Missouri in 1950.

She graduated from Central High in 1960, and later attended Graceland College, graduating in 1963. She worked as a secretary for several companies, including Vendo and Farmland Industries.

Judy married Melvan Laurence Boyer August 19, 1967. They were married for over 51 years before Mel's passing in 2019.

She was a lifelong member of the RLDS church, and later the Church of Jesus Christ. She had attended the Washington Restoration Branch in Excelsior Springs since 1992.

A woman of great faith, Judy served her Lord and church families in countless capacities over the decades. She was also a gifted artist who used her talents in many ways, often in the service of others.

Judy is survived by her children, Stephanie (Paul) Ousley and Jeff (Paula) Boyer. She also leaves behind her sisters, Lois Carlberg and Gloria McManigal; grandchildren, Cannon and Kai Ousley, Halli and Parker Boyer; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

A memorial service will be held in Excelsior Springs at a future time. Her legacy website through Bross & Spidle will be updated with details once plans are finalized.

Arrangements in care of Bross & Spidle Funeral Home, Excelsior Springs.

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