JUDY MAY MUCH
1/1/1944-2/24/2019
Surrounded by family, our beloved, Judy May Much, cherished mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and family friend, left us on Sunday, February 24th, 2019. Known to many as “Mama” and Grandma” (related or not), she developed long and lasting relationships.
Judy was born in Conrad on New Year’s Day to Elwin and Doris Gossard. While working in Valier, she met and married Jerry Haynes. They had two daughters, Veronica “Ronnie” and Brenda.
In 1980, she met her soul mate, Leroy Much, and they were soon married. Through this union Judy acquired three sons, Eric, Lee, and Bobby. Leroy and Judy were inseparable and they traveled, boated and camped with their dog “Bear”.
Judy was an active woman who was an avid reader, gardener, card player, and country music fan. She was employed by the Mt. Power Company in Helena for over 15 years. She was an excellent cook and loved to entertain. In fact, last Christmas, she planned and prepared an extravagant Christmas dinner for family and friends. All that knew her, awaited her annual Christmas packages of various breads, candies, and fudge.
However, Judy’s true calling was being a grandmother and great-grandmother. This was made clearly evident by the proclamation on her vehicle license plate, “GRMMUCH”. Judy treasured her time with the grandchildren as did they.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her sister Doreen, and her daughter Brenda. Survivors include her husband Leroy of Helena, Sister Twila (Dan) of Helena, Daughter Ronnie (Scott) of San Antonio, Sons Eric (Tami) of Helena, Lee (Erin) of Belgrade, and Bobby of Manhattan. Judy also leaves behind several cherished friends including the Liedle and Kitchen families.
A graveside service will be held at 1:00pm on Friday, April 5th in the Committal Shelter at the Montana State Veterans Cemetery at Fort Harrison. In lieu of flowers, memorials in honor of Judy are suggested to Frontier Home Health & Hospice, 800 Front St. Helena Mt. or to Compassus Hospice, 1075 N Rodney St. Suite 102, Helena, MT 59601
Service Schedule
Graveside Service
1:00 p.m.
Friday April 5, 2019
Montana State Veterans Cemetery
Hero's Road
Fort Harrison, Montana 59636
Service Schedule
Graveside Service
1:00 p.m.
Friday April 5, 2019
Montana State Veterans Cemetery
Hero's Road
Fort Harrison, Montana 59636
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Clarette Martin says
SIncere condolences for the loss of this beloved person in all of your lives. I only met her a couple of times, but know how very much she meant to Kendra, whom I love very much.
Susan (Bass) Proul says
Leroy, Kendra and the rest of Judy’s family…I’m so very sorry about your loss. She was a wonderful person who loved and was loved by many so very much. Sending my thoughts and prayers to you and your family. May she rest in eternal peace…
Lois Simpson says
Leroy, Ronnie, Twilla and families,
I am so sorry for your loss! Judy was such a nice person! I will keep you all in my prayers! One thing I need to share because it goes through my head so many times even to this day. I was helping her do dishes when I was a lot younger. She stuck her hand in the rinse water and said, “How do you except to get these dishes clean and rinsed if you’re not using hot water?” I cannot tell you how many times this has flashed through my thoughts! Condolences to you all! She will be missed!
Mar Wagoner says
Ronnie,
Sorry for your loss. Though I never meet her , she must have been a good nurturing loving mother to have done such a good job on you. Our Prayers are with you and your family. Love Kenny and Mary
Cheryl Feldern says
We all lost a beautiful soul. Judy or “Auntie” as I called her, and Leroy were the first of Tim’s relatives I ever met. They were two of the first people to the hospital when our son Dylan was born. She always treated Dylan and I with warmth and kindness, and we always felt welcome in their home. We spent a lot of time together when they lived here in Washington. I remember Dylan’s first Thanksgiving and Auntie trying to get him to eat a turkey leg! When they moved back to Montana, Auntie and I talked on the phone frequently. She never failed to give me “what for” if she thought I needed it. After Doreen passed, I felt like she was another Mother. We always looked forward to our Montana trips and Auntie and I enjoyed having coffee together. My heart breaks because I was unable to say Goodbye. My love and prayers go out to Leroy and the rest of her family that I know she loved to no end. Until we meet again Auntie, we love you, and we will miss you very much. Peace, Love, and Hugs. Cheryl and Dylan.
Janet Hinkle says
Leroy and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Judy’s welcoming smile will be so missed. Howie’s Pig Party will not be the same.
Faylene Nelson says
Well, I do know one thing for sure…….she was struggling to even breathe those last few days. Her last day when she was on simple oxygen and pain medication, she became relaxed & calm. I know that she appeared to be in a better place and it seemed that family & friends recognized this also.
Brian & Beth Corrigan says
Ronnie, Brian and I are very sorry about the loss of your mother. She sounds like she was a very special person. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Mark Ryckman says
So sorry for your loss, Leroy. Cherish your every memory with her.