Judith M. Ferguson

What do you say about this remarkable woman?
Judith Mae Ferguson, lovingly known as Judy, was born on May 3, 1944, and passed away on Sept. 28, 2026, leaving behind a beautiful legacy of faith, love, family, service, and laughter. A celebration of life will take place at a later date. Arrangements are with Clasen-Jordan Mortuary in Austin.
Judy was a wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, best friend, sister, daughter, and so much more to the people blessed to know her. Anyone who knew Judy knew that the most important things in her life were family and faith.
Judy had a true servant’s heart. She was the first to help, the first to notice when someone needed something, and the person who always put others before herself. Her faith in God was at the center of her life, and she lived that faith through service to others. She loved her church and participated in mission trips to Uganda and Haiti, finding tremendous joy in serving children and people around the world.
Judy was also joyful, with a wonderful sense of humor and a quick wit. She knew how to make people laugh and could brighten a room with her warmth and perfectly-timed humor. Her laughter, smile, and ability to find joy in everyday moments will be deeply missed.
She found happiness in the simple things: music and dancing, gardening, cooking and baking for her family, and fishing—especially up north at Crane Lake. She loved listening to and admiring loons. She adored and cherished cats.
Judy was exceptional at everything she did. Throughout her career, she worked in several secretarial roles and was phenomenal at them. She was organized, dependable, compassionate, and gifted at bringing people and details together.
She brought those same talents to her church and family life. Whether organizing a work event, church gathering, or family celebration, Judy remembered every detail. She knew everyone’s birthdays, anniversaries, and important dates and made sure those she loved felt remembered and celebrated.
But perhaps what people will remember most about Judy was how she made them feel. She was warm and kind. She loved hugs and squeezing hands. She loved family gatherings and the laughter that filled a room when everyone was together. She loved raising her children in a world surrounded by love and laughter and took great joy in watching her family grow.
Judy’s life was a beautiful example of faith, generosity, compassion, and love. She gave freely of herself and taught those around her to serve others, cherish family, laugh often, and appreciate life’s blessings.
And if there was one motto that captured Judy’s outlook on life, it was this: “Every day is a blessing.” She believed it, she lived it, and she reminded everyone around her to see life through grateful eyes.
Judy is lovingly remembered by her soulmate, best friend, and husband, Mike; sister, Kay; brother, Ken (Lyn); brother-in-law, Jerry; sisters-in-law, Winnie and Sarah; children, Kris (Pat), Tom (Tia) and Erin; grandchildren, Brad (Leah), Kyle (Kia), Katie, Emma and Emily; and great-granddaughter, Zoe. She will also be lovingly remembered by many extended family members, friends, church family, and all those whose lives she touched.
Her legacy will live on in the family she loved so deeply, the people she served, the meals she prepared, the gardens she tended, the celebrations she organized, the hands she held, the hugs she gave, and the laughter she shared.
Her life was a blessing. Her love was a gift. Her faith was an inspiration.
Rest peacefully, Judy. You will be deeply loved, deeply missed, and forever remembered.