of Harrison, AR
July 2, 1941 - March 3, 2020
With family at his side, James L. (Jim) Judy passed away Tuesday, March 3, 2020, at Hillcrest Nursing Home. Jim was born July 2, 1941, in Mena, Arkansas, the son of E. A. Judy and Nadine Killian Judy. He was raised and graduated from high school in Waldron, Arkansas. Jim attended and graduated from Arkansas Tech University where he married the love of his life, Donna Davis. Jim and Donna moved to Harrison in 1963 where Jim went to work for Arkansas Power & Light. In 1966 Jim and Donna opened Judy's Insulation. Jim worked 50 plus years and enjoyed every day! Jim served on numerous business boards, and one of the first investors in the Community First Bank. He enjoyed golf, bird hunting, fishing, and was a Mason.
Jim was preceded in death by his parents, E.A. and Nadine Judy and Thurlo and Alvanue Davis; and many friends.
Jim is survived by his wife of 57 years, Donna S. Judy, of the home; two sons, Randy Judy and Mary of Harrison, Arkansas and Stewart Judy and Denise of Ozark, Missouri; seven grandchildren, Alex, Colin, Taylor, Everett, Ashlynn, Hayden and Elliott; and several great-grandchildren. He will be missed by a host of family and friends.
Funeral service was 10:00 AM, Friday, March 6, 2020, at Crossroads Community Church with Rev. Johnny Walters officiating.
Visitation was Friday, March 6, 2020, prior to the service.
Interment was in Maple Leaf Cemetery, Harrison, Arkansas.
Pallbearers were Meredeth Miller, Joey LaBorde, John Claude Willock, Neal Corrall, Nathan Ragland and
Ben Robertson.
Honorary pallbearers were Raymond Leesman, Bud Foley, Wayne Estes, Dean Deterts, James Ralph Hudspeth, and Doctor Arlis Connor.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Crossroads Community Church, Hospice of the Hills, Hillcrest Nursing Home or a charity of your choice.
A special thank you to Hospice House, Hillcrest Nursing Home, and Atlas Home Care.
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14 Condolence(s)
Annette Woolston
Tuesday, March 10, 2020
Randy and family, Just wanted you all to know that I have you in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Annette
B. J. White
Sunday, March 8, 2020
Donna and kids,
I am so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. As you know we were golfing buddies for a long time--many times when it was just too darned cold to play, but he was very persuasive. I will miss him, too.
Tom Hardcastle
Friday, March 6, 2020
Donna, Randy and Stewart - So very sad to learn of Jim's passing. Prayers for peace and comfort for you three and your families, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your heart. With God's love, Tom
Sonny and Kathy Parker
Friday, March 6, 2020
Our thoughts and Blessings to you Donna and the boys. May God keep you strong for the coming time.
Natalie Roberts
Friday, March 6, 2020
Sorry to hear about Jim - lots of fun memories as a kid at the Judy’s house - love and prayers to the family -
Lorie ODonnell
Thursday, March 5, 2020
I have such great memories of the July celebrations at Jim and Donna's house.
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to my dear friends Stewart & Denise.
I miss you all.
Stewart give your mom a BIG hug from me.
Love you all!
Lorie O'Donnell
Nelson and Betty Ragland
Thursday, March 5, 2020
May our Wonderful Lord comfort your family in this time of sadness. May His great Love surround you and give you peace.
Greg & Carolyn
Thursday, March 5, 2020
So very sorry to hear about Jim. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Diana S Rice
Thursday, March 5, 2020
I'm so sorry for your loss. Having worked at Shelby's for almost 20 years, I have known Jim for many years.
Sending many prayers to all of you.
Diana (Ferrari) Rice
Dave and sandy
Thursday, March 5, 2020
So sorry to hear about Jim and want you to know you are in our prayers thoughts… Love you
Sam & Mary Cecil
Thursday, March 5, 2020
Sorry for your loss. Condolences to the family.
Mike McCoy
Thursday, March 5, 2020
Great friend
LindaGoodner
Wednesday, March 4, 2020
My deepest sympathy toDonna and boys
Karan Rogers
Wednesday, March 4, 2020
We were saddened to learn of Uncle Jim's passing. I will remember his dry wit, his love of reading, pig roasting skills and love of all things Razorback! Prayers for peace and comfort for Donna, Randy, Stewart and their families.
Karan and Joe Don