Judith Ann Bruck

Judi was an artist at heart, a devoted wife and mother, a loyal friend, and someone who embraced life with creativity, humor, and just the right amount of silliness. She never met a good game, a beautiful antique, or a creative project that she didn’t enjoy. She had a way of making ordinary things feel special, and she brought her own unique spark to just about everything she did.

Judi graduated from Southside High School and spent 36 years building Professional Office Systems alongside her husband, Roger. They retired from the business together in 2012, giving them more time to enjoy the places they loved and, most importantly, the people they loved. Their happiest times included vacations in the Caribbean, quiet days at their remote cabin in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, time at Weko Beach, and summers at their cottage on Tri-Lakes.

Creativity was always a part of Judi’s life. She began with tole painting and draped dolls and was one of the very first artists to participate in the Johnny Appleseed Festival, where she continued to share her work for 30 years. She treasured her painting retreats and, perhaps even more, the friendships that grew from her weekly painting gatherings.

One of her proudest artistic accomplishments came when one of her painted Christmas ornaments was selected for the permanent collection of the Smithsonian Institution—a wonderful recognition of her talent and the creativity she poured into everything she made.

As the years went on, Judi’s artistic interests evolved from painting to quilting, and she developed a particular love for creating wool penny rugs. She was also an avid antique collector, with a special appreciation for beautiful porcelain hands (technically called glove molds). Her home became a reflection of who she was: creative, curious, full of beautiful things, and filled with objects that had a story to tell.

But those who knew Judi best will probably remember her less for what she made or collected and more for the person she was. She loved people and loved being around them. She had a quick wit, a wonderfully sarcastic sense of humor, and an unmistakable ability to make people laugh. She enjoyed a competitive game of Kings on the Corners and was always ready for a chance to outplay her friends at Rummikub. Even during her final weeks at Towne House, Judi continued to entertain the staff and make them laugh. Her sense of humor stayed with her right to the end—a little piece of Judi that never faded.

More than anything, Judi treasured her family and the many friendships she built throughout her life. She will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by her son, Kevin Bruck (Susan); daughters, Laura Bruck and Nicole Croy (Chris); grandchildren, Tara Bauer, Sabine Croy, and Jaedon Croy; and two great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Lillian and Ira Shaffer, and her beloved husband, Roger Bruck.

Judi leaves behind much more than paintings, quilts, antiques, and treasured collections. She leaves behind laughter around kitchen tables, competitive games, creative projects, family traditions, lifelong friendships, and countless stories that will continue to be told. She lived a life filled with color, creativity, laughter, and love—and she left a little of that color everywhere she went.

A visitation will occur for our Towne House friends on Thursday, August 27, 2026 at The Towne House Retirement Community, Chapel, from 2:00 - 3:00 PM, with a brief Prayer to follow.

A second visitation will occur on Thursday, August 27, 2026 at D.O. McComb & Sons - Pine Valley, from 4:30 - 6:30 PM. A Private burial will occur at Covington Memorial Gardens.