at the age of 77.
Judy was born in Oxnard, CA on August 27, 1945, and spent her childhood in Simi, CA where she
graduated from Simi High School in 1963. She married the love of her life and high school
sweetheart, Terry Arthur, on September 7, 1963. Judy and Terry were blessed with three sons,
Steve, Tom, and James.
The family moved to Grass Valley in 1975. They built their home and began making 47 years of
amazing memories in Nevada County. Judy was known for her selflessness, caring heart, and
love for other people. Her love also extended to animals; her pets at home, and the numerous
times she assisted in getting injured wildlife to local rescue groups.
Of her many accomplishments, Judy was very proud of obtaining certification as a Pharmacy
Technician. She worked at Bear River Drug in Grass Valley for 13 years and touched countless
lives with her genuine smile and willingness to help others.
Judy’s love for her husband and family, was like no other. She provided selfless love to her
three sons, grandchildren, her friends, and was by Terry’s side for 59 years of marriage. In
addition to immediate family, Judy was a loving mother in-law, stepsister, and stepdaughter.
Her family and friends often called her an angel, and she was.
Judy was preceded in death by her father, Bruce. She is survived by her mother, Mary, her
husband, Terry, three sons, Steve, Tom, and James, her sister, Julie, brothers, John, Bryan, four
grandchildren, five great grandchildren, and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
In honor of Judy, the Arthur family will be hosting a Celebration of Life event on:
December 15, 2022 - 12pm to 4pm
at
Naggiar Vineyards & Winery
18261 Rosemary Lane
Grass Valley, CA 95949
The family respectfully requests RSVP by email to: [email protected]
The family requests in lieu of flowers, that donation be made to:
Gold Country Wildlife Rescue
11251 B Ave
Auburn, CA 95603
(530) 885-0862
https://goldcountrywildliferescue.org/donate/
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