Judith Marie "McDonough" Major

Judith Marie "McDonough" Major obituary

Judith Marie "McDonough" Major

Judith Major Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Marks Mortuary on Mar. 16, 2026.
Judith Marie Major, 84, passed away February 19, 2026 at LaBella of Alton.

Born August 15, 1941 in Alton, she was the daughter of Carroll Keith "Shorty" and Pauline Marie (Lowe) McDonough.

She had worked in the Winchester Division of the Ollin Corporation in East Alton before retiring.

She is survived by her son, Kevin (Becky) Tucker of Brighton.

Cremation rites were accorded.

Interment was in Wanda Cemetery in South Roxana.

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