Judy Vaughn

On Thursday, October 30, 2025, Judy Vaughn gracefully received her heavenly reward. She passed away peacefully at her home with loved ones by her side. She was born in Vincennes, IN on December 20, 1940, to Gayle Eugene Whittaker and Margaret Louise (Tewalt) Whittaker.

Judy married Clarence Eldon Vaughn on January 17, 1964, and celebrated 45 years of marriage. Together, they raised their children, lived for the Lord, and worked diligently until his passing on February 24, 2010.

After graduating high school, Judy earned a Bachelor's Degree in Agriculture from the University of Illinois. Along with being a homemaker to her family, she had been a Home Economics teacher at Oblong High School and a floral designer with Lawrenceville Greenhouse. She loved cultivating a large garden that fed and nourished the souls of her family, designing beautiful floral arrangements for any and all occasions, knitting handmade gifts, sewing projects from the most difficult projects to a missing button for a grandchild, playing the piano for church and reading the Bible.

Judy was a devoted Christian. She had been a member of Central Christian Church and enjoyed many years in her attendance at Pleasant Ridge Christian Church. She also enjoyed being a part of the Women's Bible study group at New Hope where she was able to share her wisdom and continue her own spiritual growth. Judy was a beloved mother and grandmother of many talents. Her greatest gift to her family was her faith and prayers. She prayed without ceasing for so many individuals. Her faith wasn't loud, but it was steady and strong.

Those left to continue her legacy of family and faith include: three children- Heidi Siitari and husband John of Carmel, IN, Mark Vaughn and wife Shannon of Lawrenceville, and Spencer Vaughn and wife Jeannie of Lawrenceville; eight grandchildren- Thomas Siitari, Emma Siitari-Oldford and husband Luke, Samuel Siitari, Allie Vaughn, Cole Vaughn, Jake Vaughn, Logan Vaughn and wife Destiny, and Abigail Vaughn; one great-grandchild- Elliott Oldford; and Bonus Grandma to James and Chloe Wiscarson and Angela Marcato.

She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband.

Graveside services will be held at Crest Haven Memorial Park Cemetery on Monday, November 3, 2025, officiated by Larry Bellville at 11:00 a.m. A Celebration of Judy's life lead by Ryan Cox will follow at 12:00 p.m. at New Hope Christian Church in Bridgeport. New Hope Christian Church and Pleasant Ridge will come together to provide a meal to the family to honor Judy's Life. Cunningham-Young Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Memorial contributions can be made to Creation Truth Foundation directly at www.creationtruth.com or through the funeral home. Online condolences can be sent to the family at www.cunninghamfuneralhomes.com.