It is with immense sadness that we announce the passing of Judy Michele Ashbacher, a cherished daughter, wife, mother, nana, auntie, teacher, and friend. Judy’s decade-long battle with neuro-endocrine cancer ended August 2, 2024 in Vulcan, Alberta, at the age of 57 years.
Judy was born November 3, 1966, in Bassano, Alberta to parents Tom & Ruth Williams. After attending school in Arrowwood and Vulcan, Judy completed her Bachelor of Education at the University of Calgary, and went on to teach elementary and junior high school in Milo, Arrowwood, and Vulcan. She and her husband Duane ranched near Arrowwood, where they raised their four children. Judy had a passion for anything horses, and was an active member of numerous communities including horse showing, 4H, rodeo, her children’s activities, the United Church, and the community of Arrowwood.
Judy is survived by her husband Duane, her parents Tom & Ruth Williams, her brothers Darren (Melissa) and Clark (Debbie), her children Randi (Jason), Austin (Darian), Kole (Kendra), and Codi (Jeremy), and her grandchildren Lawson, Kyler, Eiza, Elsie, Dylan, and Emilia.
A Celebration of Life will be held at The Ashbacher Ranch (225071 Twp Rd 204, Arrowwood) on Monday, August 19, 2024 at 7 P.M. with Sue MacDonald DM officiating.
Tributes in Judy’s memory can be made to the Ashbacher Memorial Fund, PO Box 38, Arrowwood, AB, T0L 0B0.
Arrangements in care of Vulcan Funeral Home. Telephone 1-403-485-2633. E-mail condolences through www.vulcanfuneralhome.ca.
Tom, Ruth, Duane and families a bright light has gone out. Judy was one of a kind and one of the kindest people I know. She will be missed by so many. Sending hugs to all.
We were so sorry to hear of Judy’s passing. Sending our deepest condolences to her family and friends.
Our deepest condolences to the Williams and Ashbacher family.
Ruth, Tom and family, very sorry to hear of the passing of Judy. Our deepest condolences.
To the Ashbachers and Williams
I am so saddened hearing of your loss. May the memories you cherish somehow begin to fill the hole in your hearts.
Patricia Walker
Ruth and Tom and Ashbacker Family very sorry for your loss , thinking of all of you at this time.
Lot of Love
Mark and Julie , Anne, Saukarookoff and Family in Oyama/Kelowna B,C
Deepest condolences to all.
Duane and family,
So sorry to hear of Judy’s passing. We are thinking of you and your family at this difficult time.
Our sincere sympathy to Duane and families.
We send our condolences and heart felt sympathies to you, Randi and Jason, and to your Dad and siblings and families, for the loss of your Mom. Thankfully she is in peace and free from cancer pain.
Our love
Marilyn (Welsh) and Terry McDonald
Our deepest condolences to the Williams and Ashbacher families. Judy was a lovely lady to have known and worked with. It saddens us to know she is gone.
Our deepest condolences to Ruth & Tom, and to all of Judy’s extended family !
Our deepest sympathy to you Duane and the whole family. Judy was a gem of a women with a smile we will not forget!
My heart is broken. Taken far too soon. Sending my deepest condolences and prayers to Tom and Ruth and their family and all of Judy’s family. Gone but never forgotten. She will always be in your hearts and everlasting memories. RIP Judy.
Duane and family,
So sorry to hear news of Judy’s passing. We are thinking of you and hope you have many wonderful memories and experiences to provide you with some support at this difficult time.
So sorry to hear this news. My condolences to her family She was a shining light in everything she was part of
My condolences to the Williams and Ashbacher families. Judy was such a wonderful vibrant person and treasure to all who knew her. She will be missed by all who had the privilege to know her.
Judy was definitely Mrs. Ashbacher to me. I just remember as a child, a teen, an adult, always thinking how beautiful she was inside and out. She was always kind, fun, had a warmth about her and just such a welcoming big smile. My sincere condolences to her family and loved ones.
Judy, I am so blessed to have had the pleasure of working with you. Your smile truly lite up the room and you were one of the most genuinely kind and caring people out there. My deepest condolences to all of your family and friends, you will truly be missed.
Judy was an amazing lady. It was an honor to know and work with her. Thinking of all of you as you navigate this difficult time.
Over our 4-H years we spent a lot of time with Judy. Some of my favorite memories come from the days of rushing to the barn early to beat Judy to feed horses, only to find her almost done. Then having our morning visits while we cleaned stalls.
Judy loved being with the kids and their horses and taught them so much about compassion, patience and hard work. She loved to laugh and have a good time so made it her goal to find ways to make every activity fun! I know many of the kids from our 4-H era would say their favorite memories of Judy are when she lead the Arrowwood Biker Gang on the annual bike ride around Olds at the horse show.
Our thoughts are with her family and everyone who knew her as we all feel a tremendous loss!
I have many fond memories of our riding adventures. Judy was a wonderful friend. Y’all are in my prayers.
Deepest sympathies to the William’s family for the loss of a beautiful soul taken far too soon.
Such a beautiful enthusiastic woman gone from our community.
Judy will be missed by so many.
My sincere condolences to her immediate & extended families
We are so sorry to hear this sad news. Judy was the definition of strength and always wore such a radiating smile. Her presence was so positive and full of such energy. Sending hugs to all of you. You’re in our prayers ❤️