Judith Ellen Jouppi

Judith Ellen Jouppi, known affectionately as Judie, passed away on January 16, 2025, at the age of 86. Born on May 20, 1938, in Detroit, MI, she spent her later years in Westland, MI, surrounded by family and friends.

 Judie was married to her high school sweetheart, Eugene Alan Jouppi, for 22 wonderful years before becoming a widow. Together, they owned a successful business, and Judie later worked at Adistra in Plymouth, MI.

 Judith was a devoted mother to her four children: David (Lori) Jouppi, Daniel (Lisa) Jouppi, Wendy (Thomas) Frazier, and Kevin (Colleen) Jouppi. Her legacy continues through her cherished grandchildren, Gene, Kaitlin (Dale), Lauren (Derek), Mary (Keith), Tommy (Brittany), Danny (Shelby), Kelly (Braden), Mike (Kurstin), Nick (Morgan), Madison (Nick), Kaelyn, and Emma, along with many great-grandchildren. 

 She was preceded in death by her parents, Donald Jardine and Dana Fox, and her brother, Donald Jardine Jr. Judith is survived by her sister, Kathleen Bessey, and many nieces, nephews and friends.

 Judie was an energetic and kind-hearted person, known for her tidy home, love for building puzzles and her amazing culinary skills. She delighted in baking her famous brownies and preparing her favorite homemade dishes for her loved ones. 

 Judith had a passion for spending time with her grandchildren. She created joyful memories with her granddaughters during their annual Christmas Cookie Baking Day, which included a visit to see Santa and dinner at one of her favorite restaurants. She took many memorable trips with her sister Gail and had a passion for travel, particularly to Las Vegas, where she loved staying at the Paris Hotel. She had a deep appreciation for music, enjoying the sounds of Jimmy Buffett, Poco, Neil Diamond and James Taylor, which always filled her home with warmth, joy and lots of dancing. On Sundays, Judie found great pleasure in making her weekly NFL picks and watching the games, a testament to her love for the sport. 

 She will be remembered for the love and warmth she shared with everyone around her, as well as her belief in the Lutheran faith. Judie's memory lives on through the countless lives she touched with her kindness, thoughtfulness, her love for cooking, and her unwavering spirit. She will be profoundly missed by all who knew her.

Friends may visit Schrader-Howell Funeral Home, 280 South Main Street, Plymouth, MI, on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Judith will be laid to rest at Glen Eden Memorial Park, Livonia, MI.

Memorial donations may be made to St. Joseph's Children's Home, 2823 Frankfort Ave., Louisville, KY 40206. Contribution envelopes will be available at the funeral home.