Judith Cherry, of Rockford, passed away at Alpine Fireside on December 31, 2013 after a long and brave fight with Alzheimer’s disease. Born in Tingvoll, Norway she was the youngest of six girls. She emigrated to the U.S. as a young woman where she met the love of her life, Jesse Cherry.
Judith is survived by husband Jesse; daughter Linda Petersen (Doug); grandchildren Corine and Collin (Libby) Martinovich; great-grandchildren Tyler and Lily; sisters Manga and Inger and many nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by parents Ludvig and Inga; sisters Margit, Ingrid and Kjellrun.
Judith will be remembered for being a dedicated wife and a loving mother to her daughter and grandchildren. She never lost sight of her “Norwegian Roots” and is now united with her family and God. Peace be with you. We will always love you and remember you until we meet again…..
A service to celebrate Judith’s life will be 2:00 p.m. Monday January 6, 2014 at Advantage Funeral Home 7000 W. State St. in Rockford with a visitation one hour before the services on Monday. Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens in Machesney Park.
