Judith Ann Clethero

Judith Ann Clethero obituary, Stanford, KY

Judith Ann Clethero

Judith Clethero Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Fox & Friend Funeral Home on Mar. 9, 2026.
Judith Ann Clethero, age 84, of Stanford, Kentucky, formerly of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, passed away peacefully Saturday, March 7, 2026, at her home. Born Monday, September 15, 1941, in Camden, New Jersey, she was the daughter of the late Russell & Florence Steelman Schenck. Judith was the widow of the late Edward Joseph Clethero, whom she married Tuesday, October 16, 1979, and preceded her in death Wednesday, June 27, 2007. Judith previously worked at Cosco, owned a large lawn business in Florida, but was most importantly a grandmother to her beloved grandchildren. Judith enjoyed shopping, baking, and traveling. Her greatest joy was loving and spending time with her grandchildren.

Judith leaves behind four children, John Paul Youmans (Claire) of Loxahatchee, Florida, Monica Youmans of Ocala, Florida, William Youmans of Loxahatchee, and Renee Clethero-Ames (Steve) of Stanford, Kentucky; 12 grandchildren, Rebecca, Daniella, Stacy, Heather, Nicholas, Lauren, Brandon, Bryanna, Joshua, Makenna, Joseph, and Giulianna; numerous great-grandchildren; one brother, Russell Schenck of North Carolina; one sister, Jolen Mayberry of Ochopee, Florida; and numerous other extended family members and friends who mourn her passing.

In addition to her husband and parents, Judith was preceded in death by one brother, John Schenck.

Cremation Rites honored. A Private Scattering ceremony, along with a Celebration of Life, will be held at a later date in Florida.

Fox & Friend Funeral Home, Stanford, is entrusted with Judith's arrangements. Guest Book at www.friendfuneralhomes.com.

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