Judy "Jude" R. Harding

Jude is survived by her husband, Thomas Harding, son Daniel Ray Tauscher, and her granddaughter, Bryghton Jean. She is also survived by her mother, Doreen Strickland and father in law, Wilson Mackewen; sisters, Vivian, Kim ‘Charlie’ and Lori; brothers, Rick, Jeff and Brad. Aunt’s and Uncles, Bo & Willetta, Ray & Violet, Bill & Wylane, along with many nieces and nephews, cousins, and so many others she called her own. She is also survived by four Godchildren, her niece Delaney Jaye, her nephew Dustin Allan, and Katrina and Nikki Aiton.

Jude was beloved by all who have ever had the opportunity to know her. She was truly an angel on earth. During her life, her pleasant voice and demeanor made her a natural for being a successful receptionist, manager and secretary. She was also an outstanding right hand for several doctors and business owners until 1995 when she became a stay at home mother and wife. There has yet to be another that can match her gift of being successful at this role in the home. Nurturing, loving unconditionally, and being the support system for her entire family was her gift to us.

She and her sister, Charlie, began a baking business, Pure Delight Dessert Company together in the late 90’s that showcased her incredible baking. She was running and operating this successful business up until the time of her death. Already in preparation for the busy season for this years list of very satisfied customers.

Jude had a love of baking due to a woman named Mary Rakoz, who was an important part of Judy’s life. She helped culminate her skills as a baker since she was a young girl. And anyone who has tasted Judy’s baking would agree, there is no other like it. Judy was bringing this gift of baking to her granddaughter Bryghton. They were sharing in the full joy of this gift together.

Jude touched so many lives with her unconditional love, kindness, smile and generosity. Not a holiday went by without cards, gift packages to all of her young ones, and notes of encouragement. Those notes would flow throughout the year, just to let those she loved know she was thinking of them. An angel on earth and now an angel in heaven, she is shining her light on us as bright as the sun and warming our hearts as only she could.

We love her.