Passed Away on April 8th, 2017. Age 74 of Sunfish Lake

June 22, 1942 – April 8, 2017
Judy, beloved wife of 52 years, mother, sister, aunt, niece, cousin, friend and ‘Nana’ passed away on April 8th at age 74. Judy battled Alzheimer’s as did her mother and brothers before her. Funeral Service 11 AM Wednesday, April 12th, with visitation one hour prior at Amazing Grace Lutheran Church, 7160 So. Robert Trail, Inver Grove Heights, where Judy and Gary were founding members. Judy will be laid to rest at Acacia Park Cemetery. Memorials will be given to the 2017 Walk to End Alzheimer’s of which Judy successfully participated in this past year. Judy loved Tennis, Golf, and in addition utilized her creative talents and love of sewing to create original works of art beloved by many. After suffering from the disabling effects of Alzheimer’s disease, Judy rose above it, peacefully, with family and friends by her side. Judy is preceded in death by her brother, Henry; parents, Henry and Louise, Mabel and Gordon Sommerland; sister-in-law, Sandy Sommerland and, of course, her beloved pets. She is survived by her biggest fan and cheerleader, Gary; son, Bryan and wife, Kristin; grandchildren Evan, Maddy, Jake and Alex; brothers, Harvey and Scott Franz and families; sister-in-law’s; many nieces & nephews; great-nieces and nephews. The family offers a very special thank you to all the family and friends who visited, prayed, and those who cared for Judy, especially during the past year including the caring, considerate caregivers at Inver Glen Senior Community and their support of us in our sorrow.
May you rest in peace, Judy. We miss you and love you dearly.