Barbara Jane Judge

Born in North Bergen, New Jersey, she was the daughter of the late

Dr. Charles and Carolyn Muller.

In addition to her parents, Bobbie was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 57 years, Joseph D. Judge, Sr., the love of her life, and her grandson, Matthew F. Chrest.

She is lovingly survived by her eight children: Joseph D. Judge, Jr. (Leslie), Colleen S. Goodman, Donna E. Chrest (David), Douglas M. Judge (Linda), Nancy P. Judge, Barbara J. Sanner (Darin), Charles F. Judge, and Mary J. Jackson (Keith).

Bobbie devoted much of her life to caring for and supporting her husband, a custom homebuilder in Howard County, while raising their eight children. Her Catholic faith was central to her life, and she worked to instill those values in her family.

Bobbie was also a proud grandmother to twelve grandchildren and one stepgrandchild, as well as six great-grandchildren.

Those who knew Bobbie will remember her quick wit, strong opinions, and determination. She had a commanding presence, a sharp sense of humor, and a memorable collection of sayings that her family will never forget. Through all of life’s challenges and joys, her family’s bond endured, shaped in many ways by her strength and personality.

In addition to raising her family, Bobbie earned her real estate and broker’s licenses and worked for both O’Connor Piper and Flynn/Coldwell Banker for approximately ten years until her retirement.

The family will receive friends on Tuesday, June 23 from 3-5 PM and 7-9 PM at Witzke Funeral Home, 5555 Twin Knolls Road, Columbia, MD. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, June 24 at 10:30 AM at St. Louis Catholic Church in Clarksville, MD, with the Reverend Patrick M. Carrion officiating. Interment will follow at St. Louis Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to The Foundation of Community Hospice & Palliative Care in support of the Bailey Center for Caring, 4266 Sunbeam Road, Jacksonville, FL 32257, or online at thefoundationcares.org/give. Please note ‘In Memory of Barbara Judge’ on the check or online donation.