Judith Emma Denlinger, 81, of Hordville, NE formerly of Dubuque, IA passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 26, 2025 at home.

To honor Judy there will be a celebration of life, held at a later date.

Judith was born on October 7, 1943 to Frank and Margaret (Hanson) Sarazin in Dubuque. She graduated from East Dubuque High School. Judy married her loving husband Dave in 1980. She was a homemaker for several years before becoming employed at Heritage Manor. 

In 2023 she moved to Nebraska to be closer to her daughter Sherri.

While we are saddened by her departure, we celebrate the countless moments of joy and laughter she brought to all of us. Judy’s vibrant personality was apparent the minute she entered the room. Judy made every moment, a special one. In her free time Judy was devoted to her family and friends. You could find her singing karaoke with Dave, Tony and friends, crafting with Jade and Emma,  playing Aggravation with Austin and Addison, baking with Paislee, Henry and Penelope or talking to Sylvia, Kim, Roxy or countless others on the phone.  Judy was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother who approached each day as an opportunity to make others feel special. 

Those left behind to cherish the memory of Judy include:

Her children:
Sherri (Matt) Means, Hordville, NE
Roxane (Patrick) Demaio, Dubuque, IA
Anthony “Tony” (Ashley Winders) Denlinger, Dubuque, IA

Son-in-law Fred Kammiller, Dyersville, IA

13 grandchildren:

13 great grandchildren

And 2 great-great grandchildren

Her brother:
Les (Sandy) Sarazin of Dubuque,

Her inlaws:
Von (Jean) Denlinger, Cascade, IA
Vanita Bries, Epworth, IA
Pam Strub, Elbe, WA

Brother-in-law Donald Kronlage, Epworth, IA

Along with countless extended family, friends, co-workers, and neighbors.

Judy was preceded in death by her loving husband of 41 years, Dave Denlinger, parents Frank and Margaret Sarazin, a daughter Vickie Kammiller, 3 Brothers: Jim Sarazin, Dave Sarazin, Frank “Snook” Sarazin, her Father and Mother in law, Eldon and Lenore Denlinger, 3 brother-in laws Merle Denlinger, Duane Denlinger, and Terry Strub, 2 sister-in-laws Sharon Sarazin and Cathy Kronlage, and a great grandson, Myles Ernzen.

Judy’s family would like to thank the town of Hordville, for coming together to support Judy and her family.  A special heartfelt thank you to Judy’s granddaughter, Tasha Thomsen, for her generous love and support to Judy in her final days. We will be forever grateful.