Judy Carol Bertling

Judy Carol Bertling, 79, of Cedar Rapids passed away peacefully at home surrounded by a lifetime of memories and unwavering love on Tuesday, July 30, 2024. A visitation will be held at the Cedar Memorial Chapel Stateroom on Thursday, August 8, 2024, from 4:00 to 7:00PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 AM on Friday, August 9, 2024, at St. Matthew Catholic Church with a visitation taking place one hour prior to the service. Burial will follow the service and take place at Cedar Memorial Park Cemetery. Judy was born June 6, 1945, in Cedar Rapids to Lester and Viola (Seiler) Heck. She married her soulmate, Robert "Bob" Bertling September 16, 1967, in Cedar Rapids, and together they had two children. She ran an in-home daycare service for many years caring for many children and educating many parents. She loved writing, playing cards, and spending time with her husband. Judy also loved going to the casino and going on drives with her sister, Barb. She cherished the time spent with her family, especially her grandson. Judy was quick witted and had a great sense of humor. She always had an open ear to anyone who asked. She is survived by her children, Rob Bertling and Diana Ferguson (Roger Main); grandson, Cael Ferguson; sisters, Barb Bartosh and Bonnie Heitzman; sister-in-law, Reana Heck; along with many nieces and nephews. Judy is preceded in death by her soulmate, Bob, her parents, her brothers Ted Heck and Larry (Darlene) Heck, and her brother-in-law Jim Heitzman. Memorials may be directed to the family. Online condolences may be directed to the family at www.cedarmemorial.com under Obituaries.