Judy Anne Bombela

Judy Bombela
Des Moines, Iowa

Judy Anne Bombela, 84, passed away on March 2, 2025 at Every Step-Kavanagh on 56th. She was born on May 7, 1940 to Roy and Pearl (Eitel) Cronin Sr.

Judy was known to family and friends as a wonderful baker, especially her cookies. She loved crocheting. She will be remembered as Miss Judy to so many people as she taught countless children over the years at church through, Preschool, Sunday School, Bible School and Awanas. Above all else, she treasured time spent with family, especially her grandchildren.

Judy is survived by her loving husband of 65 years, Ben; children, Cynthia (Rico) Bertagnolli, Steve (Cindy) Bombela, Chris Palacios, David (Jacque) Bombela and Becky (Doriano) Rossi; 16 grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; brother, Terry Cronin along with other loving relatives and many special friends.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Roy Sr., and Pearl Cronin; infant daughter, Anne Marie; Roy Cronin, Jr. and Sally Cronin.

Family will greet guests on Wednesday, March 5, 2025 from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m., at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Ave., Des Moines, Iowa.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contribution may be directed to EveryStep Kavanagh House 56th Street hospice in loving memory of Judy.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.hamiltonsfuneralhome.com

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