Judy Markwell's Obituary
Decatur, IL - Judy Marie Markwell, 72, of Decatur, passed away peacefully on January 21, 2025.
Judy was born May 23,1952 in Buffalo, Wyoming, the daughter of Harry and Lois (Fennel) Washut. Judy married Donald Markwell on June 19th, 1971. Judy was retired, enjoying life and spending time with her Family and Friends. She especially loved spending time with her three grandchildren Alex, Kaleb, and Kara watching them playing sports and all their other activities. She was a lover of flowers, birds, gardening and spending time outside.
Surviving her are her two sons Bryan Markwell of Chesterland, OH and Blake Markwell (Jana) of Down’s, IL and her beloved grandchildren Alex, Kaleb, and Kara. Brothers, Tim Washut (Vicki) of Phoenix AZ; Harry Washut Jr. (Connie) of Buffalo, WY; and sisters Roberta Vaselin (John) of Buffalo, WY, Teresa Washut Heck (Tom) of Clearwater, MN and Linda Washut (Kathleen Kelkenberg) of Hamburg, NY.; many nephews, nieces, cousins, and friends.
Judy was proceeded in death by her husband, both parents and her brothers Rick Washut and John Washut of Buffalo, WY.
Memorial Services will be at a later date.
Condolences can be left at www.gracelandfairlawn.com
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