Judith Ann “Judy” Davis, age 84, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on October 20, 2026. She was born on February 11, 1942, in Louisville, Kentucky, and lived a life marked by faith, devotion, and deep love for her family.
Judy was the beloved daughter of the late George Phillip Roederer and Mary Lavond Roederer, and she was also preceded in death by her brother, George Roederer.
She is survived by her loving husband of 65 years, Bob Davis. She also leaves behind her siblings, Larry Roederer (Frankie), Ronnie Roederer (Clara), and Mary Jones (Mike), along with her children, Steve Davis (Vicky), Debbie Abbott (Wayne), Jackie Dant (Rick), and Jim Davis (Diane). Judy was a proud grandmother to 10 grandchildren and a proud great-grandmother to 12 great-grandchildren, with two more on the way. She is also survived by nieces and nephews and a host of extended family members and dear friends who will cherish her memory.
Judy devoted much of her life to education and service. She earned her Master’s Degree in Education and went on to spend more than 25 years as a Teacher and Assistant Principal at Ascension Catholic School. Her influence reached far beyond the classroom, as she touched the lives of countless students, families, and colleagues over the course of her career.
Outside of her professional life, Judy was involved in her faith and community. She was active with St. Albert ACES, volunteered with St. Vincent de Paul, and participated in numerous book clubs over the years. Above all else, her greatest joy in life was spending time with her family. Whether gathered for a special occasion or simply enjoying one another’s company, Judy found happiness in the love and closeness of her family.
Those who knew Judy will remember her as faith-filled, loving, and kind. Her life was a beautiful example of devotion to God, commitment to family, and service to others. Her legacy will live on in the hearts of all who were blessed to know her.
Donations of children’s books may be made in Judy’s honor to St. Albert the Great Catholic School or Ascension Catholic School.
Visitation will be held on Monday, October 26th, from 4pm to 8pm at Arch L. Heady at Westport Village, 7410 Westport Rd, Louisville, KY 40222. A Funeral Mass will be held on Tuesday, October 27th at 10:30am at St. Albert the Great Catholic Church, 1395 Girard Dr, Louisville, KY 40222. With a burial to follow at Calvary Cemetery.
