Judy A. Toms passed away on March 29, 2026, at the age of 81. She was born in Athens, Alabama, and was a long-time resident of Wauconda, Illinois. She was preceded in death by her mother, Mamie, and her sister, Donna, and has joined them in heaven. Judy was a loving and generous soul who devoted her life to caring for others. She had a strong backbone and a spiritual faith that grounded her. She is survived by her niece Stacy, Stacy's husband Anthony, and their daughter Laila; her nephew, Ben; her brother-in-law, Joe; her longtime companion, Warren; and her beloved dog, Lucy. She will be remembered for her kindness, loyalty, and the steady ways she showed her love every day.
Arrangements entrusted with Chicagoland Cremation Options of Schiller Park, IL.
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