Judith Ann Van Norman

Judith Ann 'Judy' Van Norman left us peacefully January 7,2026, she was 85.
Judith's greatest joy in life was being surrounded by family and friends. She loved gatherings filled with conversation, laughter, and togetherness, and she had a special way of making everyone feel welcome. Her love for people and her joyful spirit were at the heart of who she was.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, William Van Norman.
She is survived by her daughters Debra (Charles) Rivet and Donna (Roger) Kabat. She was a proud grandmother to Jennifer (Gary) McFarland, Douglas (Heather) Rivet, Jason Hammons, William Rivet, Cameron (Kayla) Kabat, and Alexander Kabat.
Loving Great-Grandmother to Aiden and Owen McFarland.
Judith will be remembered for her laughter, her love of being with others, and the warmth she brought into every room. She will be deeply missed and forever loved by all who knew her.
A private family service will be held at Great Lakes National Cemetery on Friday, January 16, 2026.
The family invites all who knew Judy to join them in a celebration of her life at Coratti's on Main, 335 North Main Street, Milford, MI, 48381 starting at 1:30p.
In Lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to:
The ELARA Caring Foundation
8273 W Grand River Ave #110, Brighton, MI 48114
Or
Michigan Humane Society
30300 Telegraph Road, Suite 220
Bingham Farms, MI 48025