Judy passed peacefully on October 12, 2022. She was born in Scotia on June 2, 1951, to the parents of Frida and Donald J Walker. She spent her childhood in Ferndale, attending The Assumption School and graduated at Ferndale High School.

She was a very loving and kind mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, wife, sister and friend. She was an avid reader and crafter. She had extraordinary talent in crocheting, sewing and refurbishing furniture. She enjoyed spending time with family and put family first. She was a homemaker until her children were grown and then sought various jobs to keep busy.

She leaves behind Linda Rocha (sister), Robert D Hansen (son), Julie Smith (daughter), Mike Smith (son in-law), Sabrina Kanen (granddaughter), Brenden Hansen (grandson), Kynslie Shockley (great-granddaughter) and numerous other family members and friends. A special thank you to her best friend Linda (Rich) Wright for all her love and support during such a difficult time, you are truly and angel from Heaven.

She was preceded in death by her parents Donald J Walker and Frida Walker, Robert Hans Hansen (husband), Suzanne Richardson (sister).

She wished to not have a funeral, and the family wishes in lieu of flowers or cards to donate to Hospice of Humboldt. Thank you to all the wonderful employees of Hospice of Humboldt for all their support, care and kindness that allowed her to remain home.

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