Judith Dianne Bechtel's Obituary
Judith D. Bechtel, 81, of Leesburg, FL. passed away peacefully on January 9, 2023. Born in Clarion, Pennsylvania on April 2, 1941, to her loving parents, Kenneth and Anna (Kulp) Strotman.
Judith was raised in Pennsylvania and graduated from Clarion High School. She experienced many other parts of the country and settled in Leesburg, FL in 1972. She attended Lake Sumter Community College obtaining an Associates in Science degree. She worked as a legal and medical secretary and retired from Sprint working as a 411 telecommunications operator.
Judith is survived by seven beloved children: Marion Lavern Bechtel Jr, Sherry Lynne Stauffer, Robin Michele Morgan, Marilyn Dianne Bilbrey, Colleen Renee Maxwell, Daniel Ryan Bechtel, and Gretchen Anne Bechtel, as well as 11 adoring grandchildren and 13 precious great grandchildren.
Judith is preceded in death by her parents, and her five brothers.
Judith enjoyed being outside in the sunshine by the pool, gardening, and spending time with her family. She was a very strong, outgoing, courageous, dedicated, and determined woman. She will be remembered fondly for her love for her family and being a great inspiration to all.
Memorial contributions can be made in Judith's name to St. Jude's Children's Hospital or The ASPCA.
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