Judith VanOss Obituary
Judy was born July 22, 1945, in Iron Mountain, daughter of the late Arthur and Ida (Peterson) Swanson. After graduating from Channing High School as valedictorian of the class of 1963, she married her high school sweetheart, Gary VanOss. She worked as a computer specialist for Lake Shore Inc. for over 20 years. An avid Packer fan, Judy loved to watch golf and, more importantly, she loved her family.
She is survived by her 2 sons, Paul (Kelly) VanOss and Chris (Barb Spigarelli) VanOss; 6 grandchildren, Ryan, Brandon, Jenny, Jake, Josie, Trenton; and 2 great-grandchildren, Josh and Cameron.
Judy is preceded in death by her daughter, Jenny VanOss, and a brother, Randy Swanson.
Visitation will be 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm on Friday, Oct. 6, 2023, at the Erickson-Rochon & Nash Funeral Home in Iron Mountain followed by a service at 6:00 pm at the funeral home.
Condolences may be expressed to the family of Judith L. VanOss online at www.ernashfuneralhomes.com.
The family has entrusted the Erickson-Rochon & Nash Funeral Home of Iron Mountain with the arrangements.
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