Judy Myree Grobe
November 12, 1947 - September 03, 2020
Obituary
MADISON - Judy Myree Grobe, age 72, of Madison, passed away on Thursday, Sept. 3, 2020, at Agrace HospiceCare. She was born on Nov. 12, 1947, in Eau Claire, Wis., the daughter of Clarence Gehrking and Edna Waters.
Judy graduated from Elk Mound High School before going on to UW Eau Claire and then attended UW Madison. Prior to retirement, she worked as a teacher and secretary to many students throughout various schools in the Madison area. Judy loved to travel, and had taken trips to South America, Europe and many parts of the U.S. She was a member of Bethel Lutheran Church for over 40 years. Judy had a great sense of humor, and how she loved her mini-Schnauzers! She was a “grandmother” to many families in her neighborhood, and a “foster mom” to many kids who attended Memorial High School. She loved hosting exchange students.
Judy is survived by two sons, Scott Grobe and Jeffrey Grobe; and a brother, Gene Gehrking. She was preceded in death by her parents; and a sister, Nancy Gehrking.
A private family service will be held. Friends and family who wish to view services via LIVESTREAM may visit Judy’s obituary page at www.gundersonfh.com and click on the Watch Webcast link at 11 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 11, 2020. A celebration of Judy’s life will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Bethel Lutheran Church, The Carbone Cancer Center Research, Laurie Ferber Transplant Fund, or the National Multiple Sclerosis Society – Wisconsin Chapter.
Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Gunderson Fitchburg
Funeral & Cremation Care
2950 Chapel Valley Road
(608) 442-5002
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Gail M. Grobe
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Scott and Jeff,
We share your grief over your mother's passing. She was an inspiration to many and we feel privileged to have had her in our lives. Her radiant personality and her positive outlook on life will long be remembered.
You both were the light of her life ! She loved being your mother!
We send our sympathy and love,
Aunt Gail and Uncle Lee
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mary l. savall
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avery dear friend and sympathays to sons and daisy.bless her memory
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Mary Elworthy
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Judy and I grew up 2 miles apart and spent many hours together. Our mothers were in Sunshine Club together and we would play when our mothers visited. We were majorettes together and my mom made out our white corduroy outfits. We played music together. We were flute and clarinet players along with Gayle Kaanta Bradley on bassoon and Pat Ovren Demoe on oboe. We also played flute and piano together. Judy’s dad raised chickens. I painted a watercolor chick named Fred and sent it to her. I still have her voicemail response on my phone. Judy, I love you and will miss you. I am so glad we got to talk last month. Mary Gilbertson Elworthy, Eau Claire, WI
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Lila Waldman
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John and I were both colleagues and friends of Judy. Judy and I started our careers together at Sun Prairie High School right out of college. I have always admired her strength through all of the health problems that she faced. She will be missed.
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Beth Miller Swanson
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Scott and Jeff, As you know, we were blessed to have first met your mom, as a neighbor, over 24 years ago, and to have loved her ever since! My family, John, Lydia, Caleb and me, my mom and dad, and several of my aunts and uncles have wonderful memories of time with your mom, and have all heard many stories about you, her beloved boys! We will all miss Judy, her wit, her spirituality, and her strength and determination fiercely!
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Chris and Jay Hill
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Dear Jeff and Scott So sad to hear of your mothers passing... much too young. We will always cherish our trip to DisneyWorld with you and Judy. How old were you Jeff?? 10? I can see us all sitting around the big table in the Japanese Restaurant enjoying the chef's performance. I had just found Judy on Facebook not too long ago but regret not making the effort to get together in person. Our prayers are with you two during this very sorrowful time. Take care.