Jody was born on December 31, 1961 in East St. Louis, Illinois to Bobby and Betty (Jarrell) Tyson.
She is preceded in death by her parents, former husband, Steven Ludgate, and her siblings; Rick (Donna), Dianne (Lance), and Randy (Tammie).
Jody is survived by her children; Kelly (Robert Hays) Krakosky of Belleville, Illinois, Steven Ludgate II of Belleville, Illinois, longtime significant other Larry Morber of Belleville, Illinois, grandchildren; Eli and Mikayla Hays of Belleville, Illinois, and several cousins, nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.
Jody enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and family. She also enjoyed shopping, girls trips, and playing bingo with her best friend, Cheryl.
Memorial gathering will be Friday, September 24th, 2021 from 5:00pm to 8:00pm at Valhalla Gaerdner Holton Funeral Home in Belleville, Illinois.
Memorial Service will begin at 8:00pm on Friday, September 24th, 2021 at Valhalla Gaerdner Holton Funeral Home.
Per her wishes, rites of cremation have been accorded.
Memorials may be made to the family.