Judith Jones
October 06, 1953 — November 25, 2023
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Judith Ann Jones passed away November 25, 2023, at UnityPoint Taylor Hospice House, surrounded by her loved ones.
She was born October 6, 1953, to Herschel (Tom) and Ella Carmichael. She grew up in Des Moines, Iowa and graduated from Roosevelt High School, class of 1971. Judy enjoyed ballet and many high school activities in which she made lifelong friends, later enjoying the Reunion Committee and lunches with her high school friends.
Judy's career as an administrative assistant included working with Dr. Mike Richards, Lt. Governor Sally Peterson, and in Administration at UnityPoint Des Moines. She was a longtime member of Executive Women’s International (Des Moines Chapter) serving on many committees and board positions, including President. Judy was blessed to meet her husband Bob through her EWI connections. Judy and Bob were married April 10, 2004. Out of this union a blended family was created. Judy and her BFF of 65 years, Bev Van Verth, founded the Birthday Club (friends & family) in about 1975 which continues today.
Judy was preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Richard. She is survived by her husband, Bob; her sister, Jean (Dave) Wathen; son, Mark (Danielle) Fox; step-daughters, Christy Jones and Kate (James) Thilges; grandchildren, Scout, Kaia, Tatum, Taner, Gabby and Paxton; nephews, David, Michael, and Christopher Wathen; and her beloved dog Copper. Together Judy and Bob loved attending the grandchildren’s activities. They also enjoyed traveling together whenever the opportunity arose.
The family would like to acknowledge and thank Dr. Robert Behrens and staff at Mission Cancer + Blood, UnityPoint Home Hospice, and UnityPoint Taylor Hospice House for their kind loving care of Judy.
Visitation will be from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m., with a time of sharing at 6:00 p.m., on Monday, December 4, 2023, at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Avenue, Des Moines.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be directed to OCRA – Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance – in loving memory of Judy.
Sherrie Kerr Smith
12/06/2023
To all of Judys familywe are so sorry to hear of Judys passing. Judy and I were high school friends and I have many great memories. Bob, I am so thankful we were able to spend time together during our reunion, getting to know you and catching up with Judy! What a battle you have all waged for so longdamn cancer! Hello to Jean and thanks for sharing your house with us as Judy and I made our way through high school! Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you! Sherrie and Kip Smith
Gary Fall Family
12/04/2023
Bobby,
So very sorry to hear about your loss. Mom,Cheryl and I offer our sincere condolences.
Bobby Jones
12/02/2023
Bodyshop and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. She has had a hard few years but may all be well with her now. The BJO will indeed miss her.
Skychief Bob
Bonnie Long
11/28/2023
My deepest sympathy to Judys family. We were good friends in high school. She was so much fun. Always enjoyed visiting with her at class reunions. May she rest in peace.