Judith A. Walgamuth

Judith "Judy" Ann Walgamuth, born June 11, 1940, in Rochester, to Harry R. and Helen (Lowe) Rosenbury, passed away Oct. 1, 2025, at Miller's Merry Manor in Warsaw, at the age of 85.

Judy graduated from Rochester High School in 1958, furthering her education at Elkhart University in Elkhart, where she earned a degree as a laboratory technician in 1960. On June 19, 1959 Judy married Terry L. Walgamuth. For the next 47 years Judy and Terry were blessed with three children and six grandchildren. Terry would later pass away on Nov. 22, 2006.

She began her working career at the young age of 16 at Baxter's Pharmacy, which later became Webb's Pharmacy. Her tenure at Webb's spanned over five decades, concluding in 2019. In the interim, Judy broadened her professional experience by working at the Akron Exchange State Bank from 1974 to 1980. Together with her husband, Terry L. Walgamuth, she purchased Akron Concrete Products in 1983, where she worked as secretary, treasurer, and in general bookkeeping.

Judy was not only a dedicated worker but also a beacon of service in her community. She served as treasurer for Habitat for Humanity in Fulton County four years. Her leadership skills were evident in her role as co-chairman of Rochester Pathways for several years. Judy was also an active member of the Eagles Auxiliary in Rochester and a devoted participant in the Order of the Eastern Star in Akron more than 20 years, until its dissolution. Furthermore, she proudly belonged to Kappa Delta Phi in Akron for a decade.

Throughout her life, Judy possessed a vibrant personality that shone brightly in her relationships with her family and friends. After moving to Miller's Merry Manor, Judy developed deep friendships with other residents and staff. She cherished the winters spent in Ocean Springs, Mississippi, where she hosted memorable vacation retreats for her children and grandchildren, creating lasting moments. Her spiritual journey led her to Olive Branch Church of God, where she was baptized Feb. 3, 2008, affirming her faith and commitment to her spiritual community.

The loving memory of Judy Walgamuth will be forever cherished by her children, Terri Lynne (Dan) Johnson, Rochester, Patrick (Shelly) Walgamuth, Akron, and Tamara "Tami" (Jeff) Murphy, Warsaw; grandchildren Ryan Johnson, Noblesville, Derek (Sarah) Johnson, Indianapolis, Brianne (Joe) Egner, North Manchester, Katie (Corey) Kosins, Akron, Josh Murphy, Dallas, Texas, and Joe (Lindsay Gast) Murphy, Rochester; and nine great-grandchildren.

Judy was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Terry Walgamuth; brothers, Richard "Dick" Rosenbury and Robert "Bob" Rosenbury; and three great-grandchildren.

Family and friends may call Monday, Oct. 6, 2025 from 2:30-4 p.m. at McKee Mortuary, 1401 State Road 114 West, North Manchester, Indiana. Funeral service will begin at the conclusion of calling with Pastor Jason See officiating. Burial will be at Akron IOOF Cemetery in Akron, Indiana.

For those who wish to honor the memory of Judy Walgamuth, memorial contributions may be made to Troy Murphy Memorial Fund at KCCF, 102 E. Market St., Warsaw, Indiana 46580 or Fulton County Cancer Fund, 227 E. Ninth St., Rochester, Indiana 46975.