Judy Marie Tatum

1946 - 2023

Tatum, Judy Marie

(nee Benwell) of Navarre, Florida, was born December 2, 1946 in St. Louis, Missouri to Robert and Marie (nee Moore) Benwell and entered into rest Saturday, March 4, 2023 in Navarre, Florida at the age of 76 years, 3 months and 2 days.

She is preceded in death by, her parents, and son, James Raglin.

She is survived by her spouse, Thomas Tatum, five (5) children; Wendy (Keith) Johnson, Robert (Dawn) Tatum, Dennis Raglin, Christine Bickl, and Samantha Marie Tatum, fifteen (15) grandchildren; four (4) great-grandchildren; two (2) siblings; Robert (Kathy) Benwell, Jr. and Geraldine (Martin) Giger (nee Benwell), along with numerous extended family and friends.

Judy was a loving wife, devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and beloved sister. She was full of life and always wearing a smile.

Judy loved helping people. Anyone needed her, she was always there. This became her passion and her vocation becoming a licensed nurse, LRN.

Judy had a long career in healthcare as licensed nurse, LRN. Her dedication as an LRN created a shared passion by several of her children and her grandchildren, who have made their careers as an LRN.

Judy enjoyed the outdoors. Her and her husband, Tom, of 36 years, shared a passion for adventure. They would frequently travel the country, often in an RV, whereupon they would camp along the way.

Judy loved flowers. She would make beautiful floral arrangements as a hobby. She also loved animals, especially her dogs…...fur-babies.

Judy's memory will forever be in the hearts of those she touched. She will be fondly remembered and dearly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Services: Visitation will be held Saturday, March 11, 2023 from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the Funeral Service at 12:00 p.m. at CHAPEL HILL MORTUARY, 6300 Highway 30, Cedar Hill, Missouri. Graveside Service and Interment will immediately follow the Funeral Service at CHAPEL HILL MEMORIAL GARDENS, 6300 Highway 30, Cedar Hill, Missouri.

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