Judy Maskell

Judy Maskell obituary, Wyandotte, MI

Judy Maskell

Judy Maskell Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Heritage Funeral Home on Oct. 16, 2025.

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Judy Ann Maskell of Lincoln Park, Michigan, passed away peacefully at home on October 13, 2025, at the age of 69. Born in Detroit on March 19, 1956, Judy lived a life full of compassion, laughter, and love.
Judy dedicated her career to caring for others as a Certified Nursing Assistant, bringing comfort and kindness to those in need. Her nurturing spirit extended far beyond her profession-she was a devoted grandmother who found immense joy in spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchild. Her love for bingo was well known among friends and family, and she cherished the simple pleasures of life.
She is survived by her beloved daughter, Ashley Jones-Maskell; her loving sisters, Sharon (James) Brent and Annette (Mark) Hutchison; her cherished grandchildren Sierra, Arianna, Cameron, Julius, Brayden, Peyton, and Sebastian; and her precious great-grandchild Jeremy Justice. Judy also leaves behind her devoted life partner, Jerry Hayes, who stood by her side with unwavering love and support.
Judy is preceded in death by her parents; her brother, Jerry Bennett; her daughter, Nicole Maskell; her sister, Kathy Cress; her ex-husband Jerry Maskell; and Ashley's father, Eddie B. Jones.
Judy's warmth, humor, and generous heart will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Her legacy lives on in the lives she touched and the family she adored.
Cremation services have been entrusted to Kernan Funeral Homes - Heritage Chapel, located at 15748 Fort Street, Southgate, MI 48195. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Judy Maskell, please visit our floral store.

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