Judith Rae “Judy” Hilgartner
December 29, 2023
HILGARTNER, Judith Rae “Judy” – Passed away peacefully, at Louise Marshall Hospital on Friday, December 29, 2023 in her 71st year. Beloved wife for 47 years to James “Jim” Hilgartner. Loving mother of David & Shannon Hilgartner, Michael & Lindsay Hilgartner, Jeffery & Barb Hilgartner, and Daniel & Laura Hilgartner. Grandmother of Addison, Andrew, Elsie and Hardin. Sister of Margaret Collard (late Rex), Linda Pitcher (late Doug), Elizabeth (Tom) Seaver, sister-in-law of Sharon (Bill) Hilgartner, Kevin (Kim) Hilgartner and Thressa Hilgartner. Predeceased by her parents Margaret and Ray Clark, brother-in-law Brian Hilgartner, and her mother-in-law Kay Hilgartner.
Judy enjoyed her many years of volunteering, whether it was with the U.C.W., the Red Hat Society, or volunteering with the V.O.N., where she and Jim would deliver Meals on Wheels together. But above everything, she loved her family, and loved being a mother and grandmother.
Visitation will be held at the Mount Forest United Church, 175 Queen Street East, Mount Forest on Tuesday, January 2, 2024 from 12:00 – 1:45 p.m. followed by the funeral service at 2:00 p.m. Following the funeral service, all are invited to the church hall for refreshments and fellowship. Those wishing to make a donation in memory of Judy are asked to consider Cancer Patient Services. Arrangements entrusted to England Funeral Home, Mount Forest.
Condolences
Dear Jim & Family. Our thoughts & prayers are with you at this sad time. Cam & Barb McCracken
— Cam & Barb McCracken, December 30, 2023David and Shannon our condolences from the Baker Family. We are thinking of you during these difficult times.
— Jason Baker, December 30, 2023David and Sharron our condolences from the Baker Family. We are thinking of you during these difficult times.
— Jason Baker, December 30, 2023I’m so sorry to hear of Judy’s passing. She was such a wonderful and caring person, I will definitely miss our visits and getting her insights on things. My thoughts are with you Jim!
— Janel kelly, December 30, 2023Jim and family. It is difficult to express how sorry we are on hearing of Judy’s passing. She was a lovely and personable lady. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Hold your memories of Judy in your heart and she will always be there.
— Verne and Pauline Mills, December 30, 2023Jim,
I am so sorry to learn of Judy’s passing. Wishing you peace, healing and love.
Axy
Jim, David, Michael, Jeffery, Daniel and families,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very sad time. Our church community will really miss Judy who put countless hours into the projects of our church women. We hope your memories of her devotion to you all will bring you comfort.
Donna and Bob McFarlane
Dear Jim and family:
Our heartfelt condolences as you miss Judy & grieve your sad loss together...
with our caring & prayers,
Gary & Gwynne Smith
Thinking of you Jim, and your family. So sorry to hear about Judy. She was such an amazing person and I will miss our visits. Sending thoughts and prayers
— Alana Montag, December 30, 2023Jim and family Sincere condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. Wayne and Sandra Lytle
— Wayne and Sandra Lytle, December 30, 2023To Jim and family. We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Judy. Whenever I seen her she always had a smile and said hi with a little conversation. My thoughts are with your family at this time.
— Karen Rave, December 30, 2023Out heartfelt sympathy & condolences Jim & family. Hope your many great memories of Judy help ease the pain & help you through this difficult time.
Norm & Janet Freiburger
Thinking of you, Jim and your family at this sad time.
Marjorie and family