She is survived by her husband of nearly 40 years, William (Bill) Suggs, daughters Deidre Suggs Wood (Dennis) and Katie Suggs Dickens and granddaughter, Karsyn Rayleigh Dickens. Additionally, she is survived by one brother, Alan Baker (Sue), two sisters, Pam Bloodworth (Elmore) and Joyce Mihal, sister in law Phyllis Long and numerous aunts, nieces, nephews and cousins.
Judy worked a number of years for the Murchison, Fox and Newton law firm. While Deidre and Katie were young, she stayed home and often volunteered in their classes at school. As they got older, she returned to work, first for Pender County Board of Elections and later for New Hanover County Board of Elections.
Judy had a strong love for her family. She always looked forward to any reason to have the family together for a meal. She was an excellent cook of all things but making desserts was her specialty. One of Judy’s greatest pleasures was in making cakes. She was often asked by friends and her church family to bake and decorate cakes for special occasions. She took great joy in making the wedding cakes for both of her daughters. Judy was very talented with crafts. She always had a project underway and her home was proudly decorated with her creative pieces. She loved making a new, decorative craft for every season and sharing them with friends and family. She was also skilled at sewing and embroidery. Judy took great pride in making infant clothing and blankets for friends but especially for her beloved granddaughter. Gardening was also a passion of Judy’s as she had many beautiful flowers all over her yard.
A visitation will be held from 6-8 pm on Monday, June 14, 2021 at Coble Funeral and Cremation Service at Greenlawn Memorial Park.
A funeral service will be held at 1 pm Tuesday, June 15, 2021 with Reverend Trish Archer officiating at Coble Funeral and Cremation Service at Greenlawn Memorial Park. Internment will follow at Greenlawn Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to your charity of choice.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.coblegreenlawn.com
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