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Celebration of Life Ceremony: 6 p.m. Wednesday, December 26, 2018, at Christ’s Church in Effingham, with a gathering time from 5 until 6 p.m. Wednesday prior to the ceremony to visit with the family.
Visitation: 5 until 7 p.m. Thursday, December 27, 2018, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora.
Funeral: 11 a.m. Friday, December 28, 2018, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora.
Interment: Cisne Cemetery
Judith Ann Winters, 68, of Watson, Illinois, died 8 p.m. Friday, December 21, 2018, at St. John’s Hospital in Springfield. She was born February 24, 1950, in Flora, to Charles and Ferne (Bussey) Harrell. Judy married Paul Winters on July 3, 1969. She was a 1968 graduate of Flora High School. She worked as a secretary at Airtex in Fairfield, and had been on the staff of Dr. William Rezabeck and Dr. Charles Horin. Judy was a member of Christ’s Church in Effingham.
She is survived by her husband, Paul; a daughter, Jodi (Mike) Holub of Pekin; a son, Ryan (Ginny) Winters of Kodak, Tennessee; her mother, Ferne Harrell of Flora; 7 grandchildren; nieces, including Jill Secor with whom she had a special relationship; and her aunt, Velma Davis of Flora.
She was preceded in death by her father; and her sister, Janet Rigg.
A celebration of life ceremony for Judy will begin at 6 p.m. Wednesday, December 26, 2018, at Christ’s Church in Effingham. There will be a gathering time from 5 until 6 p.m. Wednesday prior to the ceremony to visit with the family. The following day, on Thursday, December 27, a visitation will take place from 5 until 7 p.m. at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora. On Friday, December 28, a funeral ceremony begins at 11 a.m. at Frank & Bright Funeral Home, with interment following in Cisne Cemetery. Memorial donations are suggested to the Benevolence Fund of Christ’s Church, Effingham.
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So sorry to hear of the loss of Judy. Prayers for the family!
We are very saddened and shocked to hear of Judy’s passing. She was a kind and caring person. She will be missed by all who knew her. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family. RIP Judy ❣️
We are so sorry for your loss.
Thoughts and prayers to the family.
Prayers of comfort and strength for Judy's family. Judy and I grew up together. Our families would frequently make homemade ice cream. Many great childhood memories shared with Judy. Heaven has gained an Angel...one that will be missed here on earth by all who knew her.
Dear Fern, sending Prayers, love and hugs to you.
Ferne and family.This is so unreal -We know God will give you strength and courage as you face each day . We will continue keeping you all in our prayers. So sorry we can't be with you.
Sorry to hear of Judy's passing. She was such a nice lady. Have known her for many years and spent lots of time with the family water skiing. Blessings of comfort to all the family.
So sorry. She will be greatly missed. Prayers for Fern and the family.
There are no words to offer, but know you are in my thoughts and prayers
So sorry . She will be missed. Prayers for the family.
Ferne, so very sorry to hear about your daughter!!
So sorry for your loss Paul, Jodi, Ryan and the rest of the family. May the peace of God cover your hearts.
My thoughts and prayers are with you Ferne, and with all the rest of the family.
We know that Judy was the glue in your family, wearing many different hats. I know she will be deeply missed. Try to remember the good and funny things. Our memories helps get us through times like these. Most of all, we know she is safe in the arms of Jesus, our Lord and Savior. May you feel God's peace surrounding you.
Sorry to hear of her passing, Judy and Paul are always wonderful people when you see them. Prayers for the family.
Our deepest sympathy to Paul, Jodi, Ryan and family on the death of Judy. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
My thoughts and prayers are extended to Paul, their family and to Ferne. Judy was always so kind to everyone and that kindness and her faith has surely gained her a place in Heaven. God bless and comfort each of you as you recall loving memories of a special wife, mom, daughter, and friend.
Paul, Scott and I are so deeply sorry for the loss of Judy!!! I always enjoyed visiting when seeing you both in the neighborhood. Especially riding your precious grandchildren on the mower. My thoughts and prayers for you and your family during this very difficult time!!
So sorry for your loss. Paul and Family - our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Thoughts and prayers for you Ferne. God give you peace and comfort.
My thoughts are with you, Paul, and all the family. When we were home and I saw you at Niemergs last fall, I never imagined that would be my last conversation with Judy! I pray that you can have peace knowing that her loving heart is now mended and there is no more pain. Sending long distance hugs to you all!
We are so sad to hear of her passing, she was such a kind and caring woman, we just saw her in the waiting room at the doctors office a month ago, may God grant you peace.
Our heartfelt Sympathy.
I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of a wonderful woman. My prayers are with you today and in the days to come.
Paul, Jodi, Ryan and families, So sorry for your great loss. Praying for you all. She was always so sweet to me and my kids. She will be missed. Love and prayers, Anita, Landon & Kelsey.
Paul, Jodi, Ryan, So sorry for the loss of your wife and mother. Judy was such a selfless person, always doing for others. She will be sadly missed in our family. Prayers to comfort you through the coming days.
I looked this up online cuz I had trouble believing ir. It seems like I just talked to Judy and she was her usual perky self. I am devastated for .myself and her family although I know she is with Jesus.
She was a beautiful lady, both inside and out. Our thoughts & prayers are with you all.
I'm so sorry for you loss. My prayers and thought are with you guys.
We are so sorry for your loss. We are keeping you and your family in our prayers for peace and comfort. In Christian love, Jim and Pat
Judy was a good grandma cared for everyone else she was selfless personal taught me how to use manners she was very influential miss you mamaw but you are in heaven with god have fun
May God’s peace and comfort surround you. Love hugs and prayers. G
We are so sorry for your loss of this sweet lady. Love & Prayers for the family.
I am so sorry for your loss. I always enjoyed running into Judy around town or at Dr. Rezabeck's office. She always had a great smile and an encouraging word. Please accept my sympathies as I am out of town and will not be able to join you for the celebration of life, though my thoughts will be with you. Take care, Kathy Utz
We are so sorry for your loss. Prayers of comfort for you at this difficult time.
We are so sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Judy was a kind and loving lady.
We are so sorry to hear of Judy's passing. It was quite a shock to hear, but we rejoice in the promise that she is at her new home in heaven. Judy and I always caught up on our families at Family Camp and I always looked forward to seeing her each year. She was a true friend, always wanting to know how we were doing. Paul, Dan and I are praying for you. God bless you all with comfort and peace.
So sorry to hear about Judy’s passing; she was such a sweet person and so friendly. Prayers for all.
To Paul, Ryan, and Jodi: So sorry to just now hear about Judy. We will all miss her a lot. Take care of each other through this time. I know God will bless you all.
My Heart goes out to the family. I went to church with Paul & Judy at Christ's Church for a while. Judy will truly be missed by everyone. Cherish all the memories you have of her. God's blessings to you at this time of sorrow.
Paul & Family, So sorry for your loss. Your in our thoughts and prayers. May the holy spirit comfort you in the day's ahead. Our Deepest Sympathy, Karen & Larry Reed
Words can not express how sorry we are about Judy’s passing. But the loss for those of us left here is nothing compared to the rejoicing in Heaven that Judy is now home. Love you, Tim, Angi, Drew, Mia and Rylee
So very sorry for your loss. God must’ve needed a Angel. Prayers for strength and comfort.
May God give you all strength and peace! My prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.
We were sorry to hear of Judy’s passing . Prayers of comfort for all!
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