May 14, 2023
May 14, 2023
Happy Mother's Day!
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This online memorial featuring life story (in progress), pictures, videos and stories was created in honor of Judy Wright. A wonderful kind soul who genuinely loved people with all her heart and loved her friends and family as you'll see through the many stories they tell.
She was born on June 6th, 1958 in Chicago, the daughter of the late Bernard Wright and Barbara Secker. She passed away peacefully on Sunday, Oct. 9, 2016 at home with her family in Mount Prospect, IL. Beloved mother of Angie (Daniel) Grage; adored grandmother of Justin, Gavin and Ethan Grage; Cherished sister of Lori (Mike) Macpherson, Lisa (John) Severtsen and late Sherry (James) Brown. Loving aunt to Taylor & Kate Macpherson, Emily Seversen, Jason, Robert & Jennifer Wright and Patrick Roberts. Cherished relative and friend of many, many more.
Please feel free to share any stories, photos, videos, or celebrations of Judy's life here online. The more the better and don't be shy about posting funny stories, we can use some laughs and we all know she was quite the character! :)
This online memorial featuring life story (in progress), pictures, videos and stories was created in honor of Judy Wright. A wonderful kind soul who genuinely loved people with all her heart and loved her friends and family as you'll see through the many stories they tell.
She was born on June 6th, 1958 in Chicago, the daughter of the late Bernard Wright and Barbara Secker. She passed away peacefully on Sunday, Oct. 9, 2016 at home with her family in Mount Prospect, IL. Beloved mother of Angie (Daniel) Grage; adored grandmother of Justin, Gavin and Ethan Grage; Cherished sister of Lori (Mike) Macpherson, Lisa (John) Severtsen and late Sherry (James) Brown. Loving aunt to Taylor & Kate Macpherson, Emily Seversen, Jason, Robert & Jennifer Wright and Patrick Roberts. Cherished relative and friend of many, many more.
Please feel free to share any stories, photos, videos, or celebrations of Judy's life here online. The more the better and don't be shy about posting funny stories, we can use some laughs and we all know she was quite the character! :)
Tributes
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May 2, 2023
May 2, 2023
Thinking of you, love you Ma, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Eo-UKCxCglg
October 16, 2022
October 16, 2022
Lighting a candle mom, no reason but just thinking of you!
June 6, 2022
June 6, 2022
Happy Birthday Ma! Been doing a ton of gardening and thinking of you so much lately. The new home had nothing in regard to landscaping so I got to make it my own with a ton of inspiration from you. I also bought a redbud tree which I thought was coming today (so perfect for your birthday!) but realizing it doesn't come until next Monday. Regardless, I'm excited it's coming and I'll have a piece of you here at the new house. Love you so much, happy 64th!
November 26, 2021
November 26, 2021
Missed you today Mom, love you
October 9, 2019
October 9, 2019
This day is marked on my calendar, every year, because I can never forget your kindness. You taught me how to tap into what I had to offer in a way that put me onto a path of success, which I still enjoy today.
I wish so much that I celebrate my newest and future triumphs with you, but I am just so grateful for what time we did have.
Love always,
Louis
I wish so much that I celebrate my newest and future triumphs with you, but I am just so grateful for what time we did have.
Love always,
Louis
October 9, 2017
October 9, 2017
Miss you sis! Can't believe it's been a year!
June 6, 2017
June 6, 2017
Judy, Happy Birthday. I miss you. Thank you, again, for being a friend, for never forgetting about me, and for the wonderful changes that you brought to my life. Love always, Lou
May 14, 2017
May 14, 2017
Happy Mother's Day Mom. Today just isn't the same without you here, "I miss you" is such an incredible understatement. I miss my best friend and wish you were here. Sending you hugs and kisses and wishing you a wonderful day today among the angels. XOXO
October 25, 2016
October 25, 2016
We celebrate the beautiful spirit that is Judy and remember well her warm and friendly presence at many gatherings.
She was truly a "people" person and had a special gift of making you feel like the most important person in the room.
She was truly a "people" person and had a special gift of making you feel like the most important person in the room.
October 23, 2016
October 23, 2016
The thing I most admired about Judy was that she made a great life for herself, bootstrapping herself (for Angie, and to spite all naysayers!) to a great business and life. When I first met her, she had started a professional job after having been a waitress working multiple jobs to support herself and Angie. She didn't take handouts, she made sure she was always independent. She turned her affinity for others into a successful career as a recruiter. But, her best accomplishment in life was you, Angie. Nothing and no one else had a higher priority in her life.
October 19, 2016
October 19, 2016
I met Judy when she was a recruiter; a career facilitator, is a better description. She was helping me get into Ameritech, in 1995. At that time it was my dream company, and I could not get a foot into the door. Somehow, she made an interview opportunity happen. I got the interview, but not that job. She reassured me that things would get better, and to sit tight. A few months later, I got a call from the same hiring manager offering me a different job. I will never forget how her compassion and support me helped me to get that job. It really led to life changing (and improving) events. More importantly, we became and remained friends. I will always miss you, Judy.
October 18, 2016
October 18, 2016
R.I.P. I will always remember you as someone who loved and cared about people as well as other species.You were one special lady and I will never forget you.
October 18, 2016
October 18, 2016
Judy was a very kind and caring soul. I remember when my girlfriend unexpectedly passed away and Judy spent countless nights on the phone with me. She barely knew me at the time and that is why she will always remain as a light in my memory and heart. Thank you Judy for all the people you touched including me! RIP
October 18, 2016
October 18, 2016
There is clearly not enough space for me to write a tribute to Judy,but I'll do my best, because that's what Judy always did. Growing up with Judy, Sherry, Sheila & I was always fun, & always exciting! What one didn't think of , the other one did. Most of the time, Judy & Sheila planned it out, but Sherry & I carried it out! (Usually a bad ending) Judy has always been a part of my life, in some way or fashion . I will cherish those memories forever. I just always took for granted that she would always be there. As heart broken as I am, I am so thankful to have been able to spend time with her, we laughed, danced, & we cried. She assured me that she had a great life, & "don't cry for me, I'll be back" Until we meet again Judy, love you more❤️
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May 14, 2023
May 14, 2023
Happy Mother's Day!
May 2, 2023
May 2, 2023
Thinking of you, love you Ma, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Eo-UKCxCglg
October 16, 2022
October 16, 2022
Lighting a candle mom, no reason but just thinking of you!
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Mom w/ Angie & Justin
Mom at Tommy Guns w/ Dave Parker and Adva Avni
A cute picture made by Mom, she loved "Happy Feet" which was a dance she taught me to do when I was young where you quickly shuffle around your feet while waving your hands in the air like a crazy person
A gift from Rita on mom's bedroom wall
Mom & Ethan
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I miss you lady
June 16, 2018
I had the honor of meeting Judy through my father. My father was in telecommunications and she placed my father in Texas. Judy was so great at building a rapport with her clients and candidates. Because of her talent and caring for others she found out from my father that I was a headhunter.
Judy reached out to me and hired me and within a month I was off to Illinois. While I was there for training she made me feels so significant. She just loved the way I worked and a special industry talent she couldn't believe. (he,he) I can't share this publically I'd give away our secrets, lol.
Seriously though Judy and I's relationship continued to grow even after we were no longer working together. We had such a great time on the phone together and we would drink coffee (Judy) and tea (me). We would be up late making placements and just laughing our heads off.
Judy just loved her daughter and her grandchildren so much. She was so proud of the family she had built with Dan. Judy just loved loving on all of them.
Later on in my career I decided to open my own staffing firm and Judy was right there with me. We laughed and laughed as we were trying to pick names. She showed me how to incorporate and just took me under her wing. Selfless and gracious you always were Judy. I just love and miss you everyday. I still hear your infectious laugh. I still have to get our daughter Hope to Lake Michigan with Angie in your honor. I know you will be there with us.
I truly miss you lady. It hurts that we can't laugh on phone anymore and tell silly stories. Wow, would we get goofy. I miss it every day.
You are the best! Angie had a great role model on what a relationship with your children should look like.
Love you so much.
PS- Your stuffed mushrooms .. Yummy.. I have to see if I can find the recipe and make them..
It may sound silly but.
October 18, 2016
It is not silly,Judy loved animals and one day about 5 years ago we were walking around the lake and she saw a baby rabbit and she told that rabbit to go find her momma,that rabbit did it and took off.It may sound silly but she had a way with animals as anyone with a big heart like she had would.I will never forget it.
Coat of Many Colors
October 18, 2016
In my early 20s mom and I took a road trip together to Tennessee. Along the way as we were driving, a song came on the radio called “Coat of Many Colors” by Dolly Parton. She teared up a little and told me- “I used to sing this song to you when you were little, do you remember?” I heard the song and somehow it seemed familiar but I wasn’t really paying attention at the time- more just spacing out and enjoying the ride- it was Dolly Parton and I was 24… what did she expect?! Later though, when I got back home and started missing her, I thought about the song and decided to download it. As I listened to the lyrics I broke down in tears and all I can say is that song now means the world to me- mom understands why. These days I know the lyrics by heart and decided to sing it to her not long ago in another car ride we were on- it was a very touching moment. I sing it to my boys every chance I get. I got the message mom and I love you more then anything. We’re RICH!!