Nancy Lee Judge

Nancy Lee Judge (née Hutchinson), age 87, was born on June 3, 1939, in New Lexington, Ohio, and passed away on Tuesday, September 8, 2026.

Nancy was the beloved wife of the late Patrick E. Judge. The devoted mother of Stephen R. Zuk (deceased) (Nancy King) and Sherri Zuk (Heidi Ribbert). She also remained close to her former daughter-in-law, Patti Tomlinson (Tom), whom she considered family.

She was the dear grandmother of Jacquelynn Zuk, Misty Williams (Nick), Bryan Scheibrel (Rachel), and Paige Tomlinson (Doug). Nancy was also the proud and loving great-grandmother of Noah Fulkerson, Rory Williams, Braxton Fulkerson, Reva Scheibrel, Riley Scheibrel, and Isabelle. Also survived by 3 godchildren and 1 deceased, many nieces, nephews, cousins, and lifetime friends.

Nancy was the cherished sister of Linda Gaal (Jim-deceased), Evelyn Geckler (deceased) (Otto-deceased), John Hutchinson (Terry), Frank Hutchinson (Maryann), Paula Kay (deceased), Tom Brumley (deceased) (Kathy-deceased), Cheryl Decker (Jim), and Kathe Kring (Kent-deceased). She was preceded in death by her beloved parents, Charles Elswick Hutchinson and Lenora May Hutchinson (nee Coatas).

During Nancy’s childhood, she lived in Oberlin, Ohio for several years with her younger sister and two cousins. Nancy, being the oldest, always made sure she protected her sister and cousins. While in Oberlin, she attended Pleasant Street School on N. Professor Street with her sister and cousins. When her father returned from Germany after the war, she lived with him and attended Norwalk High School, where she played instruments in the band and remained lifelong friends with many classmates.

Nancy had many great attributes. She has a kind and gentle soul, was always pleasant, sociable, and genuinely cared about everyone she met. Her motto was always to “Love one another and forgive,” which she taught was the “TRUE MEANING” of life. Nancy would cook family members their “favorite” meal for birthdays. She loved to, and was a great host for special occasions and holidays, also events involving family and friends and made everyone feel welcomed and special. Nancy always tried to stay connected. She was very devoted to her family and friends.

In Nancy’s younger years, she was a homemaker and cared for the elderly in reflection of her caring nature. She was a telephone operator in Norwalk, and was a secretary for other companies and Dad’s business for many years. Later, she was a dedicated employee at Hurts Greenhouse, making and selling floral arrangements for all occasions. Before retiring in her mid-70s, she worked for Strongsville Target. 

Nancy was a true devoted Catholic and attended church regularly. She loved to attend the Lucky Ladies luncheons monthly. Once Nancy recovered from “C,” she generously gave her time as a volunteer for many years for Reach to Recovery at the American Cancer Society, helping many women before surgery. Every year, she would make all the table floral arrangements for the Cancer Society’s yearly fundraisers, and have lots of fun doing it. Some of her favorite hobbies are cooking/baking, gardening, artwork, and decorating. She loved all flowers and plants, but her absolute favorite flowers were white gardenias. She attended ceramics classes and took pride in numerous pieces of art that will always be cherished. Nancy always loved to get her nails and hair done. She took pride in everything she did.

She was a “TRULY DEVOTED” mother and grandmother with “UNCONDITIONAL LOVE” for all. She has a “BEAUTIFUL SOUL” and was a great person and an “ANGEL on Earth!” She is now held high in GOD’s hands and will continue to do GOD’s work and will. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her, and she will FOREVER be in our Hearts and Souls!

Family and friends are invited to a Memorial Mass on Wednesday, September 30, 2026 at 10:00 AM at St Albert the Great Catholic Church 6667 Wallings Rd. North Royalton, OH 44133. Inurnment to follow at 2:15 PM at Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery 10175 Rawiga Rd. Seville, OH 44273 (Please meet at gate at 2:00 PM).

In Memory of Nancy, please make memorial contributions to Holy Family Hospice 6707 State Rd. Parma, OH 44134.

On the day of the Memorial Mass, if anyone wishes to join a livestream of the service, please go on to St. Albert the Great website. www.saint-albert.org or https://boxcast.tv/view/nancy-judge-funeral-mass-sbuke80ianfjgekoyf9e