Judy Marie Hansen passed away August 19, 2013 due to complications of surgery at St. Peter’s Hospital in Helena.
Judy was born in Deer Lodge June 15, 1942 to Harold and Eunice Hansen the eldest of four children. She was raised in Boulder, Montana, and graduated salutatorian from Jefferson County High School in 1960. She went on to attend MSU and Western Montana College, and later took courses at Carroll College.
She married Don Hyyppa in 1963 and together had four children. Judy went to work for the State of Montana, Revenue Department, in 1982. After 25 years of hard work, she retired and took time to enjoy her grandchildren and participate in her many hobbies. Some including quilting, reading, and sewing yet continued to prepare taxes for the elderly.
Judy was preceded in death by her father, Harold Hansen.
She is survived by her children Douglas (Alessandra) Hyyppa , Venice, CA; Craig (Angel) Hyyppa, Helena; Lisa Hyyppa, Olympia, WA; Michael Hyyppa, Helena; Mother Eunice Hansen, Butte; Brothers Mark (Holly) Hansen, Butte; David (RuthAnne) Hansen, Helena; Sister Lucy (John) Helstrom, Butte; Grandchildren Travis, Tanner, Aleksa and Kolton Hyyppa; Lena and Forrest Anderson; Jameson Hyyppa; and numerous nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to The Arthritis Foundation, PO Box 96280, Washington, DC 20077 (email to donor_relations@arthritis.org ) or The Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.
Service Schedule
Celebration of Her Life
1:30 p.m.
Wednesday August 28, 2013
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave.
Helena, MT 59602
Reception
Following the memorial service.
Wednesday August 28, 2013
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave
Helena, MT 59602
Service Schedule
Celebration of Her Life
1:30 p.m.
Wednesday August 28, 2013
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave.
Helena, MT 59602
Reception
Following the memorial service.
Wednesday August 28, 2013
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave
Helena, MT 59602
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Kathleen Broussard says
We are so sorry to hear about Little Judy. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. She was a very wonderful person and we were blessed to have known her.
Keith, Kathleen, and Kory Broussard
Patty Eva says
I never knew anyone who was so loved by everyone who knew her. She never had a bad thing to say about anyone and she never complained. All of us at the Department of Revenue have shared many stories this week. My friend Kathleen always called her little Judy (which stuck and we all called her that) and one day I asked why do you call her that and she said because she is little and I said that’s fine but never call me fatty Patty. Our little Judy will be missed by everyone. God bless you Judy and do all you love to do with no pain because Heaven has no pain, tears or sadness.
Shauna Longmire says
I am so sorry to hear about Judy Judy. I had the pleasure of working with and learning from her for 10 years at the Department of Revenue. She was always so willing to answer any questions I had and help in any way she could. She was a wonderful wonderful woman and great friend. I remember watching her struggle with her arthritis, but she never complained! She always had words of encouragement and inspired me every day. To all of her family, I am so sorry for your loss. She will be missed by many! I will miss seeing her beautiful smile and hear her infectious laugh. Rest in Peace Judy Judy.
Drew Dawson says
I am saddened to learn of Judy’s death; please accept my condolences. I have very fond memories of growing up in Boulder with the Hansens as our next door neighbors. Although I haven’t seen the family recently, I have sure not forgotten about you. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Drew Dawson
Bethesda, MD
Dianna Lintner says
Please accecpt my condolences. May the angels in heaven send comfort in the days of storm. May the prayers of those you love be with you to give you strength to face the loss. Your family was a fixture on the street I grew up on, and remember the entire clan, especially Lisa.
Larry Phillips says
It saddened me to hear about Judy. It seems like an eternity since I saw her last, back when I was a teenager spending time with my good friend Michael. She was a caring mother, always smiling. As I recall her cheeks would raise her glasses up when she smiled. May her family find comfort knowing she has passed on to a better place. ..and may Judy now know a peace beyond which anyone could fathom on earth.
Larry Phillips
San Diego, Ca
Nancy Phillips, Teri Koerner and Tami Shockley says
We had so many good times on Maple St… Michael and Larry and Tami and Lisa playing together. Nancy going on long walks with Judy. The time that Nancy and Judy got lost in a snow storm on the way back from Great Falls…So many good memories. Judy was an awesome lady. Our hearts go out to the whole family. Wishing you all peace and comfort.
Angel Hyyppa says
May you rest in angel’s wings. No more pain and now you can keep an eye on all of your family from above. You will always be in our hearts. We will miss you. Until we meet again at Heaven’s gate, you will be in our thoughts and prayers. We miss you.
Lisa Hyyppa says
Mom,
I hold you forever in my heart. Not a day goes by that I reach for my phone to call you. My heart bleeds, it is so broken. Survival is even harder without you. Lena’s sentiments the same as regards to missing you. I hold onto Earth for my kids, but I yearn for being with you in heaven.
Love forever and always.
Lisa