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Judith Jaeger Obituary
Judith "Judy" Arlene Jaeger (nee Southworth)
CROWN POINT, IN - Judith "Judy" Arlene Jaeger (nee Southworth) of Crown Point, Indiana, passed away peacefully with family September 20, 2019 at the age of 84. Judy was born in Chicago, Illinois, March 11, 1935, and lived most of her life in Crown Point. She was a loving mother to her five children, Joan (Lee) Wagner, Janet (Ken) Graden, Julie (Jim) Neddeff, Joe Jaeger, and Jackie Jaeger and a loving sister to Marietta Southworth Whitehead and Herb Southworth. Judy was a beloved grandmother of eight grandchildren, a great grandmother, an aunt and a friend. She was proud of her work with Crown Point Schools, cooking for hundreds of schoolchildren for several years and befriending many, and at Macy's, especially helping ladies with special occasion dresses. Judy was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Ronald Jaeger, and her parents, Herbert and Marguerite Southworth.
Judy was known for her sweet, caring nature, and her love of her family, dogs, and friends. She had a special fondness for baking, painting, sewing, gardening, and traveling, and nothing outshone her love of a great party, dancing, and family gatherings. She will be greatly missed by all but leaves a legacy of love and kindness. The family would like to thank her many special caregivers who gave Judy and the family comfort in the last years and days of her life.
Services will be Monday, September 23, 2019 at the First United Methodist Church, 352 South Main Street, Crown Point, Indiana, with visitation from 9:30 a.m. til 11:30 a.m with the Funeral Service starting at 11:30 a.m. Gifts in remembrance of Judy may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, the Make a Wish Foundation, or the charity of one's choice.
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Paula Wright
September 23, 2019
I worked with Judy for many years at L.S.Ayres and will always remember her great sense of humor and her infectious giggle. She will be missed.
Ann (Worley) Hawkins
September 22, 2019
I worked with Judy at Crown Point High School back in the 80's. She was so sweet! We became great friends. She was always so kind and encouraging. I was getting married in 1989 and had some things going on. She invited me over her house and we talked and I've never felt so comfortable. She really was amazing. Rest In Peace sweet Judy. ❤❤
Janet Huseman
September 22, 2019
I am very sorry for your loss. Judy had a light and was a ray of sunshine to all who knew her. She loved her family dearly and was proud of each and every one of you. She will be missed by all, and I am glad I was lucky enough to know her. May she Rest In Peace.
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