Judith Lorraine (Judy) was born in Vulcan on May 9th, 1949 to Ivan and Eileen Haga, the third daughter of four. She attended school in Vulcan. Her passion was horses, horses, horses and she rode whenever she could in her youth. Due to a stroke at the age of 19 Judy had to relearn many things, but did so with great tenacity. She worked hard to learn to write left-handed and to walk again.
Judy loved to volunteer her time and did so in various places in Vulcan after the family moved into town from the farm. She also loved doing crafts, like painting and plastic canvas even though she only had one good hand to do them with.
Judy was a faithful attender of the Vulcan Church of Christ until the day she married the love of her life, John Newell and then together they became attenders of the Living Word Fellowship church here in Vulcan. She loved her Lord and Savior with all of her heart and soul. She was a graduate of the River of Life Bible College classes held at the Living Word Fellowship church.
Judy became a resident of the Vulcan Community Health Center Long Term Care in October of 2015 due to complications from the stroke that finally caused her to not be able to walk on her own anymore. She always made the best of any circumstance she found herself in and she became the ‘welcoming committee of one’ when a new resident was trying to feel comfortable about their new surroundings.
Judy went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, the evening of August 4th, 2019 after a very short battle with kidney failure. Judy is survived by her loving husband John, her sisters, Carolyn (Jack) Leslie, Dawna (Edwin) Hilz, and Brenda (Doug) McIntyre, her mother-in-law Irene Newell from Vernon BC, step-daughter Lisa Newell from Vancouver BC and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her mother and father, Ivan & Eileen Haga, father-in-law Bill Newell, brother-in-law Ken Newell and 2 nephews, Christopher Leslie and Ryan Hilz.
John and Judy’s family are so thankful for the treatment given to Judy during her time as a resident of the Long Term Care. We cannot express strongly enough how much we appreciate this facility. The staff are unsurpassed for the love and care they give to these residents and the Recreation Therapy people are second to none. We truly thank you with all of our hearts
A Funeral Service in Judy’s honor will be held on Saturday, August 10, 2019 at 11:30 am at the Central Church of Christ. Interment Vulcan Cemetery.
Any tributes in Judy’s memory can be made to the Living Word Fellowship, c/o Box 866, Vulcan, AB T0L 2B0.
Arrangements in care of Vulcan Funeral Home. Telephone 1-403-485-2633. E-mail condolences through www.vulcanfuneralhome.ca.
I met Judy at the Long Term Care as my Mother , Phyllis Huff , is a Resident there . I didn’t know her well but what I do know is , Judy was very friendly and always had a smile as BIG as can be . It lit up her face and cheered your heart . I was visiting my Mom the day/ night of her passing and knew from the Staff that her demise was going to be very soon . But I also knew she had a deep Faith and soon she was going to be with our Lord and Savior . That in itself always makes the passing of a Loved one , I think , some what easier . Faith just knowing being together again some day in Heaven is inevitable . Still I am so sorry for your loss and Judy always had a wave and a smile for me as I was walking down the Hall after visiting with my Mom . That wave and smile was usually the last thing I encountered as I left the facility , myself sometimes with a heavy heart . it brightened my leaving, almost as if she knew I had a sad heart . I will miss that wave and smile — Very much !
My Sincere Sympathy to the Family .
To Carolyn, Donna, Brenda, John and families. Our heartfelt condolences to you. Sincerely June and Robert Sonego.
To John and family. Sorry to hear about Judy.I spent my times with Judy at the hospital. When I was short term she made sure your going to be stronger .When I did make it out of the room Judy and I played shut the box. John you are a very strong man and loved Judy so much and she loved you so much. I know it will take some for the pain to go away. But you know I.found a great person to have coffee play games and go for walks with a lot of advice. Thinking of you and your family
Sue and gord
John and family
sorry to hear about Judy. Meet Judy at hospital when I was in short stay in Vulcan hospital. We hit it off right away as we have crafts in common. Her stitch work was amazing. JOhn you had amazing wife and she cared for other people. Other than herself. John you were amazing to her and she knew it. being with you and Judy on are walks around the hospital were great. Take care. MY thoughts and prayers to your family
Keep in touch
Judy was a lovely lady who made everyone that had the pleasure of visiting with her feel special. She truly loved each of her family with passion and her entire heart. As difficult as it be for all of you in the coming weeks ahead please remember those treasures that she bestowed on each of you. Judy is rejoicing in heaven with mom and dad and running freely among the Angels.
To John and family
I heard to day about JUdy so sorry.. l have many memories with Judy at the hospital when I stayed and after we had a few laughs together, had many talks and walks around the garden and seeing her water the flowers Her crafts I saw and talked about. John you were her love of her life in any ways and she new it hope to see you soon
Thank you so much Ron and Val. No matter who she met, people couldn’t help but love her.
She is already truly missed, but we know we will be with her again.
Brenda, yes you will definitely see Judy along with all your loved ones some day. Please know that unfortunately, we won’t be at the service, but I have a hug for you next time we see each other. Take care