Judith Traver Tallman

Judith Traver McLean Tallman, age 87 of Claremont, passed away on Thursday, September 9, 2021 at Catawba Valley Assisted Living. Born June 3, 1934 in Ann Arbor, Michigan, she was the daughter of the late Donald McLean and Doris Porter McLean.

Judith was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She loved to read, and was always asking if anyone had a good book that she could read. She was an artist and enjoyed horseback riding. Judith was one of the first teachers at Murray Elementary School and taught 2nd grade. Judith was a lovely lady full of fun, good humor, and faced adversity with grace and dignity.

In addition to her parents, Judith was preceded in death by her husband of 52 years, James Edmond Tallman; son, David Tallman; and daughter Kathy Tallman.

She is survived by her son, Sam Tallman and wife, Cindy; and grandchild, Skye Tallman Moore.

A memorial service will be held at the Drum Funeral Home Chapel in Conover on Thursday, September 16, 2021, at 6:00 p.m. with Rev. Rob Helton officiating.

The family will receive friends prior to the service from 5:00 p.m. – 5:45 p.m. at the Drum Funeral Home Chapel.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to Rising Hope Farms, 3774 Bethany Church Rd., Claremont, NC 28610.

Condolences may be sent to the Tallman family at www.drumfh-conover.com

The Tallman family has entrusted funeral arrangements to Drum Funeral Home & Cremations in Conover.