Judith Margaret Aufdenberg, 73, of Sikeston, MO, died Wednesday September 19, 2012 at her home. A native of Birmingham, Alabama, Judy was the daughter of the late Julian C. and Margaret E. Letcher. She attended Stephens College in Columbia, MO and was a graduate of Samford University in Birmingham. Early in her career she taught mathematics in Dallas School Systems and then for Sikeston Public Schools. Later, Judith was co-owner and worked with her husband Jerry at Aufdenberg Equipment Company. She was a long time resident of Sikeston, MO, and a member of First United Methodist Church. She volunteered with various community organizations. Judy is survived by her husband of 50 years, Jerry D. Aufdenberg of the home; two sons and one daughter-in-law, Scott C. Aufdenberg of Sikeston, Bradley and Jennifer Aufdenberg of Jacksonville, Florida; two grandchildren, Benjamin and Emily Aufdenberg of Jacksonville, Florida, and her beloved pet Sassy. Visitation is scheduled for Sunday September 23 from noon until 2:30 at First United Methodist Church in Sikeston. Funeral services will follow immediately in the sanctuary with the Rev. Geoff Posegate officiating. Graveside services follow at Sikeston Memorial Park Cemetery and will be conducted by Dave Dealy. Pallbearers will be: Ben Aufdenberg, David Dealy, Brian Dealy, Mark Deane, Bill Deane ll and Jacob Priday. In lieu of flowers please make donations to the American Cancer Society or the charity of your choice.