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Judith Ann Elliott “Judy”

A kind and loving woman, Judith Ann Elliott “Judy,” 77, of Oconto, entered the arms of our Savior on April 2, 2022, with her family by her side. Judy was born Jan. 24, 1945, in Oconto to the late Paul and Betty (Mineau) LeBreck. Judy graduated from Oconto High School with the Class of 1963 as an honor student. Judy was a talented seamstress and enjoyed creating adorable clothing for her children, including Halloween costumes and later beautiful prom and homecoming dresses. Judy was also a gifted cook and she loved to entertain family and friends with wonderful meals. Judy loved the Green Bay Packers and her favorite player was Jordy Nelson. She was proud to have attended the Ice Bowl on Dec. 31, 1967, with her sister Kathy. Judy was proud to have been appointed to the Medical Mediation Panel by former Gov. Tommy Thompson. She served in that capacity for 23 years until her health issues forced her to resign. Judy was also instrumental in obtaining a grant for the Oconto Falls Senior Center and was honored for her accomplishments. Judy was also recognized by the American Heart Association for her many hours of volunteering and chairing many fundraising events for that cause. Judy is survived by five children, Christine (Roger Lang) Kernan, Lisa (Dan) Rigney, Jackie (Loren Nickerson) Elliott, Jeff (Kris) Elliott and Alison Elliott. She is further survived by 12 grandchildren, Caroline (Theo Strebig) Kernan, Haley (Mike) Bellile, Matthew (Kaylee ) Schoblocher, Alicia Rigney, Micaela Rigney, Ian Rigney, Andrea DeLapp, Emily Elliott, Carlee Elliott, Heather (Andrew) Duaime, Allen (Skylar) Leonhardt, Jr., Joshua Dunlop, and eight great-grandchildren. Judy is also survived by her loving and devoted siblings: Kathy (Doug) Durand, Rosie (Les) Stellmacher, Patsy (Mike) Bake, Diane (special friend Jeff Dodds) LeBreck, Susie (Mike) Shew, Dona LeBreck, Paul (Theresa) LeBreck, Teresa Hyland and Carol (Jeff) Stewart. She is also survived by special friend, John Schoblocher, extended family Diane and Gary Shebilske, Dick and Jean Maas, Joe Maas and the rest of the Maas family. She was preceded in death by brother David LeBreck, sister Margaret LeBreck and brother-in-law, John Hyland. The family will receive relatives and friends at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Oconto, from 10 a.m. to noon Thursday, April 7, 2022. A memorial Mass will be co-celebrated by Rev. Francis Nusi and Rev. Terry LaCombe at noon. Online condolences may be expressed at www.gallagherfuneralhome.net. A special thank you to the staff at The Bay Nursing facility and the medical staff at Bellin Hospital. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to your local Humane Society.