of Jacksonville, AR
August 2, 1949 - April 15, 2023
Judith (Judi) K. Dougherty, 73 years, born Judith Kay Schelhaas, after a brief battle with cancer; has entered into the Kingdom of Heaven on April 15, 2023 and is now with our Lord and Savior! Survived by husband, Mark and ''the Best'' loving mother to four wonderful, talented children, Tamara (Tammy) J. Eros, Jared B. Eros, Tiffany J. and Jonathan M. Dougherty. Judi was born in Mission, South Dakota and was preceded in death by parents, Conrad and Elnora Schelhaas (Faber) nee Vis. Survived by one sister, Carol Muckey and one brother, Don Schelhaas both of Mission, South Dakota and a host of nephews and nieces. Judi enjoyed being an active part to Cornerstone Bible Fellowship in Sherwood and she worked at BCBS, Little Rock in the ''ID's Dept.'', retiring after 22 years of faithful service. She loved baking holiday treats for her co-workers and each year she would have a ''bake sale'' so all could sample her amazing recipes. Judi will be missed by all who knew her.
Judi had a pure heart and a giving spirit. While reserved and didn't often share her feelings, it was obvious to those who were close to her how much she loved them. Her life was her four children, four dogs, 2 cats, deciding the next recipe for weekend suppers and husband, Mark, whom she loved unconditionally.
Her definition of marital bliss was the enjoyment of baking and cooking, preparing Sunday meals for her family and watching every movie the Hallmark Channel had to offer.
Her children deeply loved their mom and they didn't miss a day without calling just to chat and tell her how much!
''I love you, Honey; you will always be the best part of me!''
''You never know the value of a moment, until it becomes a memory.'' Dr. Seuss.
Funeral services will be Saturday, April 22, at 10:00 a.m., at Roller-Owens Funeral Home, with visitation following till 12:00 p.m.
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25 Condolence(s)
Debra A Holmes
Tuesday, April 25, 2023
Condolences to Judi's family. She always had a helpful spirit and attitude.
Alisa (Lisa) Montgomery
Monday, April 24, 2023
Sending heartfelt condolences to Judi's family. I worked in the area with Judi at ABCBS for several years. She was so sweet and kind. I know she will be missed by many.
Forrest Brimley
Monday, April 24, 2023
Love and prayers to the Dougherty family.
Sheila Mullenax
Sunday, April 23, 2023
Judi was an awesome friend and coworker. She was an amazing gift to me and so many others. I truly treasured our friendship and the very special person she was. She was so important in my life. We shared lots of great laughs and memories. She will be deeply missed. Love, hugs and prayers to all of her family and fur babies. â¤ï¸ðŸ™
Debbie Johnson (Eull)
Saturday, April 22, 2023
Mark and Family, I am both shocked and saddened to come across this. Not certain you remember me but Nick and I have known your family since our years at Yokota and then Little Rock. I was sitting here thinking of Judy tonight and thought I would look for her. I am shocked to find this as well as extremely saddened. Judy was a remarkable woman,at one time my walking pal and most important my friend while we were stationed at Little Rock. My heart goes out to you all. She was my "sister" in Beta Sigma and I will remember her always,
Debbie
Carol and Tom harr
Saturday, April 22, 2023
Mark, Tammy, Jared, Tiffany and Jonathan. We were so sorry to hear of Judy’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. Love you all. Carol, Tom, Eric, Sandi, Steven and Wayne. Love you all.
TONYA TERRY
Wednesday, April 19, 2023
My prayers and deepest condolences are with you all. Stay reminded of all the good&happy times that you shared with her.You will reunite again.
With Great Sympathy,
Tonya Terry
& Family
Christy Crawford
Wednesday, April 19, 2023
What an amazing life and legacy! I am so sorry for your loss. Praying for her wonderful family during this difficult time.
Connie West
Wednesday, April 19, 2023
Prayers and thoughts are with the family. With deepest sympathy.
Eddy Jones
Tuesday, April 18, 2023
My love and prayers are with each one of you. She will be missed dearly. Everytime I eat banana nut bread I will have wonderful memories of her
Harold Hoston
Tuesday, April 18, 2023
Rest in Peace you have live a good life
Belinda McDougald
Tuesday, April 18, 2023
I retired from working in HR at Blue Cross. Our department was next to the one Judi worked in. We spoke every time we saw each other, and she was always such a very kind soul. My prayers are with her family. She was a true gem, and I know she will be missed terribly.
Lori Tibbit-Ashford
Tuesday, April 18, 2023
My thoughts and prayers sent to all her family members. She was such a joy to work with. A kind and generous person. Rest in peace dear lady. You will truly be missed. Lori
Valerie Settlers
Tuesday, April 18, 2023
I am so glad I got a chance to meet her. She was so kind and sweet. She had the gift to bake. I want to personally thank Mark for sharing Judi with the Injury Compensation Department at the USPS. Mark you and the entire family is in my prayers.
Martel Bailey
Tuesday, April 18, 2023
To: Judi Family,
My Heart and Prayers are with you all. I will truly miss Judi. She was a beautiful sweet spirit person. We had some wonderful times working together in Customer Account.
Heaven has gained a Beautiful Soul
Shamica Hood
Tuesday, April 18, 2023
Judi you will be missed.
Vicki Edwards
Tuesday, April 18, 2023
So so sorry for your loss. I worked with her before I left in 2005, she was actually funny and such a good, positive attitude. She will be missed by a lot of people.
See you in the morning..........Vicki
Angela Crutchfield
Tuesday, April 18, 2023
I worked with Judi in membership accounts and her treats were always delish! She was very calming, and I could talk to her about anything. My prayers and thoughts go out to her family. She will truly be missed by all that ever encountered her. Blessings!
Annette Gregory-Collier
Tuesday, April 18, 2023
My condolences to the family, Judy was a sweet person and we loved when she had the bake sales at work. She was truly a joy to those around her.
Linda Herring
Tuesday, April 18, 2023
Judi was a very special friend. She was a giver and a selfless worker, always putting others first. She loved her God, her husband, her children, friends, and her pets. Losing her is so hard. I cherish our friendship. The world was a better place with her in it. My heartfelt condolences to all her family and loved ones.
Donna & Mike Majeske
Monday, April 17, 2023
Mark
We are all still in shock! Our hearts and prayers go out to you and your family. Veronica spoke about the times that she had stayed with Tiffany and the cooking that Miss Judy would do.
Her waves will be missed at the mailbox. RIP God Bless
Angela Sue Corlett
Monday, April 17, 2023
Today my heart is heavy with grief, missing Judi so very much. I'm thinking that I can hear her telling me, "It is what is, whatcha gonna do?" For the moment I'll shed tears; and also rejoice knowing that she is no longer in pain for she is a beloved child of God and is with our Savior; watching over each of us. I will always cherish my memories of all the gatherings and shared meals, fundraising at the State Fair, our group road trip to Dallas (with she and the girls all hanging on for dear life as I drove). I'll never have a cookie as delicious and full of love as those Judi made especially for me. I'll remember Judi and the love we shared for one another, my sweet friend, my sister from another mother. To Mark and the family, I hope you can find some comfort knowing that Judi's many friends share in your sadness during this difficult time. Sending each of you a warm embrace.
Pam Freemyer
Monday, April 17, 2023
My prayers are with Mark and the children. I will truly miss Judi. She was so loving and caring. I loved her big heart and witty spirit. I will miss all the times we would talk on the phone for hours. Not goodbye but see you later. Love Pam
Linda Pilkington Terrell
Monday, April 17, 2023
I will always remember the wonderful times spent working with you and your generous heart and loving personality. You will be missed, much love.
Sylvia Hanks
Monday, April 17, 2023
I can’t believe you are gone, we had some good times! I Thank God he let us meet and became friends. I love you Judie and you will be missed a lot. You are in a beautiful place, Rest in peace my friend. Sylvia