Judith Lynette Mings

On August 23rd, our family said goodbye to our heart – Judy Mings, our beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, who passed away peacefully at the age of 80, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, faith, and cherished memories.

Judy had a spark that couldn’t be dimmed. She lived her life with speed, style, and soul. Behind the wheel, she was famous for her quick driving – every passenger knew to buckle up and hold on, because Judy believed life was meant to be lived in the fast lane.

In the kitchen, she was nothing short of iconic. Her cooking wasn’t just food; it was tradition, comfort, and connection. She especially loved to bake pies, each one crafted with care and served with the kind of warmth that made everyone feel at home. With every dish she prepared, Judy created memories that filled stomachs and hearts alike, ensuring no one left her home without a plate in hand and a smile on their face.

Her creativity didn’t stop in the kitchen. Judy loved to sew and knit, often making pieces stitched with care and patience that her family will treasure forever. She was also a licensed florist, having graduated from a floral design program in Houston, and poured her artistic eye into creating beautiful arrangements that brought joy and color to every occasion. In addition, Judy spent much of her career working in medical offices, where her professionalism, compassion, and sharp wit touched the lives of both patients and colleagues.

Judy also had a flair for the little details that made life special. She never went a day without her nails painted just so, her hair perfectly “did,” and yes – her jeans pressed and ironed, because looking sharp mattered. She always sent a card for every holiday, reminding each person in her life that they were loved and remembered. These thoughtful touches became her signature, small but meaningful acts of love that will never be forgotten.

But above all else, Judy’s life was anchored in her faith. She believed deeply in God, and that faith guided her through every season of life. It gave her strength in times of hardship, gratitude in times of joy, and peace in her final days.

Her greatest joy was her family. As a devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, she poured her love into every generation, shaping lives with her wisdom, warmth, and humor. She leaves behind not just recipes and traditions, but the values of resilience, faith, and unconditional love that her family will carry forward.

Judy is survived by her daughter Dee Anders, her son Ron Horne, her grandchildren Shane Grubbs and his wife Jaime, Shelby Anders, and Shawn Grubbs, and her great-grandchildren Brooke Grubbs, Evelyn Grubbs, and Lucas Grubbs. She was preceded in death by her mother Nathalia Maine and her father O.C. Maine.

Though her hands will no longer stir the pots, paint the nails, iron the jeans, sew the stitches, sign the cards, or tap along to Elvis, Judy’s presence will never leave us. Her stories, her laughter, her love, and her faith will live on – in every recipe, every bloom, every prayer, and every memory we hold close.