Service Information
Judith M. Willett, age 72, of Glencoe, Minnesota, passed away on Tuesday, June 11, 2024, at Meeker Memorial Hospital in Litchfield, Minnesota.
Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, July 6, 2024, at 11:00 A.M. at Creekside Community Church in Arlington, Minnesota, with interment held at a later date.
Gathering of Family and Friends will be held one hour prior to the service at the church.
Obituary
Judith “Judy” Marie Willett was born on April 27, 1952, in St. Paul, Minnesota. She was the daughter of Elmer and Virginia (Pruess) Motz. Judy was baptized as an infant in June of 1952, and was later confirmed in her faith as a youth in May of 1966. On July 24, 2022, Judy accepted Jesus Christ as her personal Savior and was rebaptized. She was a graduate of the Humbolt High School Class of 1970.
On September 25, 1971, Judy was united in marriage to Daryel Willett at St. James Lutheran Church in West St. Paul, Minnesota. This marriage was blessed with two children, Michele and Jason. Judy and Daryel resided in St. Paul, and later moved to Glencoe, Minnesota. They shared 51 years of marriage.
Judy was employed at HTI. She retired in 2019. Judy was a member of Creekside Community Church in Arlington, Minnesota.
Judy enjoyed spending time at the camper, her home away from home, reading, and volunteering when she could.
Judy passed away on Tuesday, June 11, 2024, at Meeker Memorial Hospital in Litchfield, Minnesota, at the age of 72 years.
Blessed be her memory.
Judy is survived by her:
Husband, Daryel Willett of Glencoe, MN;
Daughter, Michele Walz and her husband, Jason of Winthrop, MN;
Son, Jason Willett and wife, Tammy of Hutchinson, MN;
Grandchildren, Cheyanne Vandeest and her husband, Logan of Lafayette, MN,
Hannah Walz and her fiancé, Grant Mueller of Silver Lake, MN,
Austin Willett of Hutchinson, MN,
Victoria Willett of Hutchinson, MN;
Great-granddaughter, Hazel Vandeest;
Sisters, Deby Mercer and her husband, Peter of Parrottsville, TN,
Cindy Melsby and her husband, Lee of Pequot Lakes MN;
Many Nieces and Nephews.
Judy is preceded in death by her Parents, Elmer and Virginia Motz; Brother, Jerry Motz; and Nephew, Aaron Bergstrom.
Chris and Jody Skinner says
Daryel and family,
We were so sad to hear of Judy’s passing. Please accept our deepest condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with you now, and in the difficult days ahead. All our love, Chris and Jody
Karen L Raske says
My sympathy to Judy’s family. We worked together and she was always a joy! God’s peace.
Cindy Mons says
So sad to hear of Judy’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time.
Mary Hoffman says
So sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. Hugs and prayers
Melissa Wanous says
Daryel and family,
I was saddened to hear of Judy’s passing. I knew her through Daryel while working at HTI. She had a great laugh and we enjoyed visiting when I would run into the two of them after my HTI days were done. Please know that your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Missy Wanous
David Dickerson says
RIP aunt Judy, I’m so great full we were able to meet for lunch . So many good memories from 50+ years . Thank you Judy ???
Melissa says
Daryel and family,
So sorry to hear of Judy’s passing. My thoughts and prayers go IU to you all. I had the pleasure of meeting her several times during my work as Michele and I worked together. She was a great lady and will be missed by many. May she rest in peace and shine down on her family and watch over every one of them.
Sincerely
Melissa Annis
Philip & Jackie Preuss says
Sorry to hear of Judy’s passing. May God’s peace be of comfort to you.
Terri Jannusch says
Daryl & family, I was shocked & so very saddened to hear that Judy had passed away.Sending thoughts & prayers to the entire family. She will be forever missed by all. Cherish all the memories of this lady.
Ginette Schwarze says
Michele – so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. Sympathy to your family.
Kelli says
Jason, Tammy and Willett Family, we are so sorry for the loss of Judy. Hold on to the wonderful memories.
Josh, Kelli and Mara Bruhn