Judy Wray Obituary (1947

Judith Lynn Wray, 74, of Gridley, IL, left this earthly world at 8:35 AM, October 23, 2022. Judy was born on November 13, 1947, in Geneva, IL to Howard and Evelyn Bradley Neal. Judy was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by one daughter, Jenny Wray (Shane Wyatt) of Normal, IL, two sons, David Mohanna (Ahlam Khoja) of Medina, Saudi Arabia and Joey Mohanna (Safa Sukkar) of Cairo, Egypt, one sister, Patricia (Bruce) Anderson of Frisco, TX, two brothers, Brad (Dania) Neal of Celina, TX and Tommy (Breann) Neal of Hudson, IL, eleven grandchildren and many nieces and nephews who all loved her dearly. Judy retired from State Farm in 2016. After her retirement, she enjoyed pursuing her many hobbies, spending time with her family, and even recently started podcasting. Family was central to everything in Judy's life, and she loved nothing more than large family gatherings full of laughter, hugs, and lots of photos. If there was a baby in the room, you can bet that Judy was in a corner snuggling with them. Judy approached all aspects of her life with a zeal that was infectious. She was a devout Christian and spent much of her time ministering to and praying with others. She loved everything to do with art and crafts, whether it was drawing or painting, crocheting, decorating cakes, collecting art supplies, admiring other artists' work, or reading her many art books and publications. She loved nature, whether it was the beauty of a fallen leaf, a plant that she grew in her home, the birds that she loved to watch at the feeders outside her back door, her family's kitties and puppies, or squirrels, squirrels and more squirrels. Cremation rites were accorded, and a celebration of life will be 2:30 p.m. Wednesday October 26, 2022, at the Lexington Community Center, 207 W. main Street, Lexington, IL and a visitation will be from 3 to 5 p.m. at the community center. Calvert-Johnson & Froelich Memorial Home, El Paso, IL is assisting with arrangements. In her memory, donations may be made to her memorial fund, proceeds of which will be donated to The Parklands Foundation after her final expenses have been covered. To donate, go to https://gofund.me/0792d4b8