Judy Karen Sanders, aged 64, of Rockford, Illinois passed away on Monday, July 27, 2026. She was born February 8, 1962 in Rockford, Illinois to Noah and Jewel (Bennett) Sanders. Judy was a jack of all trades, she mostly worked as a bartender and server but could do anything. She enjoyed cooking, teaching her son-in-law how to barbecue. She loved working on her garden and crafting. Most of all she loved spending time with her family, especially her granddaughter and partner in crime, Adalyn.
Judy is survived by her daughter, Shannon (Anthony Craig) Sanders; granddaughter, Adalyn Sanders-Craig; and brothers, Noah (Yvette) Sanders and Randy Sanders.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Noah and Jewel Sanders.
Private services will be held.
