Judith Ann "Judi" Martin

Judith Ann "Judi" Martin obituary, Kansas City, MO

Judith Ann "Judi" Martin

Judith Martin Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Cremation Center of Kansas City - Shawnee Mission from Jan. 26 to Jan. 29, 2026.
Judith "Judi" Ann Martin, a devoted mother and grandmother, passed away peacefully on January 21, 2026, at the age of 80 in Kansas City, Missouri.

Born on March 3, 1945, in St. Joseph, Missouri, to Louis and Virginia Nurski, Judi was known for her warmth, humor, and generous spirit. She found joy in reading, tending to her plants, and doting on her beloved grandpuppies.

Judi is survived by her children, Lori Wolfe and spouse James, and Scott Murdock and spouse Patricia; as well as her grandchildren, Tyler Brown and spouse TaKira, Roman Raya, Phillip Raya, Samantha Buehrig, and Carlos Raya; and seven great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Louis and Virginia Nurski,and her brother, Bob Nurski.

A memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association (alz.org).

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Cremation Center of Kansas City - Shawnee Mission

4926 Johnson Drive, Shawnee Mission, KS 66205

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