Judith Andersen

Judith Juanita Andersen went to join her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, at 2:14 p.m. on Wednesday, February 7, 2024. She passed peacefully with family at her bedside in South Lake Hospital Clermont, Florida. She was preceded in death, in 2018, by her husband, Robert Lee Andersen, of St. Paul.

They were married sixty- four years and are now reunited.

Memorial services were held on Saturday, May 25, 2024 at the Grace Baptist Church in St. Paul. Pastor Daniel Bear and Pastor Joe Johnson officiated.

Scripture readings were by Olivia Andersen, Shay Andersen, Abigail Andersen, and Everly Andersen. Bobby Andersen was the eulogist.

Kaleena Smith and Rachel Bear were the musicians. Duets included “Jealous of the Angels” and “Amazing Grace,” and recorded selections were “Scars in Heaven” by Casting Crowns and “I Can Only Imagine” by Mercy Me.

Inurnment was next to Judith’s husband, Bob, in Elmwood Cemetery in St. Paul.

Peters Funeral Home of St. Paul assisted the family.

Judy was born in Muskegon, Michigan on January 15, 1938, the daughter of Sigrid and John Swart. Her ancestry was Swedish. She grew up in Michigan, but also resided in California, Nebraska, Chicago, Indiana, and Florida.

She loved her pets… although her kids pleaded with her to get their first dog “Cutie,” in 1963. That started the cascade of dogs and cats until leaving her last cat, “Phoebe” or “Feebee” as she spelled it, behind at her death. Spelling was not a strength.

She worshiped the sun and loved laying out and soaking up the “rays” most of her life, was often seen enjoying the beach and relaxing poolside. Judy loved to dance and an occasional “highball” with her neighbors and husband. She loved to freshwater fish, pulling in those crappies for the night’s fish fry.

She was somewhat of a perfectionist, loving things to be just the right way. From her collection of dolls and jewelry, to the way the restaurant cooked her steak or wings. Judy easily laughed and took in stride any jokes or kidding you would throw her way. She was strong in holding her ground and letting it be known what she thought was right and best for the family.

She had an incredible will to live, as she suffered so many illnesses and debilitating physical events in the last years of her time on earth. We were all amazed at the strength of her human spirit. An inspiration to all.

Her survivors include “Feebee;” sons Bobby, Billy, and John; and daughter, Deanna. She was also the proud grandmother of nine and great grandmother of sixteen.

We will miss you Mom…you made the best pudding.

Condolences and memories may be shared with Judith’s family by visiting www.petersfuneralhome. net.

The Phonograph-Herald | June 5, 2024