Judy Diann Blackwell

Judy Diann (Byrd) Blackwell, 79, passed away January 24, 2023, at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne, IN, surrounded by her husband and loved ones. She was born April 16, 1943, in Kansas City, MO, the daughter of the late James F. and Marjorie (Frank) Byrd. Judy was raised in Kansas City, graduated from North Kansas City High School and the University of Missouri, with a degree in Journalism. She retired after 26 years as Advertising Manager with Phelps Dodge Magnet Wire Company. Judy fought a long and hard battle with Multiple Sclerosis for many years with her husband by her side. Judy is survived by her husband, David S. Blackwell III, stepdaughter, Molly (Jeff) Hunter and grandsons, Zachery and Carson Hunter, sister Jane (Tom) Williams, brothers, John R. Byrd, James (Terry) Byrd, and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, and stepson David S. Blackwell IV. Funeral service will be 10:30am Tuesday, January 31, 2023, at D.O. McComb and Sons Pine Valley Park Funeral Home 1320 E. Dupont Road, Fort Wayne, IN, with visitation one hour prior. Visitation also from 4-7 pm Monday, January 30, 2023, at the funeral home. Private burial in Highland Park Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Stockbridge Audubon on Society or Fort Wayne Animal Care and Control or Donor’s Choice. To sign the online guestbook go to www.mccombandsons.com