Judith V. Trumpey

Judith V. Trumpey, 84, of Indianapolis, IN, died in the early hours of Christmas morning, 12/25/25. Judy was born in Indianapolis on June 17, 1941, to Margaret E. Vittetau (Knecht) and John Eugene Vittetau. The youngest of three children, Judy was a devoted sister and daughter. She graduated from St. Agnes Academy High School in 1959. In 1963, Judy married Edward L. Trumpey, Jr., in Indianapolis. They were married for 61 years. In 1966, they welcomed a son, Joseph, and in 1972, they welcomed a daughter, Julie.

A hardworking and dedicated family woman, Judy balanced work and family responsibilities. Judy’s first job was as a sales representative at the candy counter at Ayres in Glendale. She later became a secretary for Indiana Bell, utilizing her shorthand and typist skills. She had the most beautiful cursive handwriting. Once Joe and Julie were in school, Judy worked in the St. Luke’s parish office and school office, and later at the Chatard HS cafeteria. Following Julie’s graduation, she moved into secretarial work at Indiana Hematology/Oncology and then was the office manager for IUPUI Pediatric Cardiology.

Judy’s Catholic faith was central to her life. She was a St. Luke’s parishioner for over 50 years and was active in both the school and parish. While she was dating Ed, she helped build up the young adult CYO. She loved both the social and spiritual aspects of her faith.

Judy enjoyed spending time with her family and always hosted Thanksgiving dinner. She especially enjoyed playing cards and sewing with her sister, Marty, She loved to go dancing at Westlake, listen to Frank Sinatra, and watch any movie with Harrison Ford. She enjoyed traveling with her parents and later with her family to Scotland, the Philippines, the Four Corners, Hawaii, and many trips to Michigan.

Judy was preceded to heaven by her husband, Ed, her parents, Margie and Gene, and her brother Bob. She is survived by her sister, Martine Vittetau Billman of Indianapolis, son, Joe of Grass Lake, MI, and his wife, Shelly; her daughter, Julie Avellana of Westfield, IN, and her husband, Tony; six grandchildren: Jacob (Elke) Avellana, Peter Avellana, Jonathan Avellana, Maria (Mitch) Stevens, Autumn Trumpey, and Evelyn Trumpey, and four great-grandchildren: Charlotte, Lillian, and Antony Avellana, and Leona Stevens. Judy loved her family above all else and wanted everyone to know how much she loved them and how proud she was of them all.

Visitation for Judith will be held on Tuesday, December 30, 2025, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at Leppert Mortuary – Nora Chapel, 740 East 86th St, Indianapolis, Indiana 46240. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday, December 31, 2025, at 10:00 AM at St. Luke Catholic Church, 7575 Holliday Drive East, Indianapolis, Indiana 46260.

Judy would be happy if you donated to St. Luke Church in her memory.

Joe and Julie request that instead of flowers, you plant a tree, flowers, or a beautiful hanging basket for yourself and think of Mom (and Dad) each time you care for it and enjoy its beauty.

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