1936
Judith
2025
Judith A. Meyer
February 8, 1936 — February 12, 2025
Judith A. Meyer passed away peacefully at her home outside of Elizabeth on Wednesday,
February 12, 2025, at the age of 89.
Judy was born on February 8, 1936, to Elmer and Catherine (Schroeder) Brodeen in Chicago,
Illinois. She grew up in Chicago and attended Aquinas High School. It was in 1951 that she
met the love of her life, Willard Meyer. Their deep connection led them to marry in 1953,
beginning a journey of love and partnership that spanned 67 wonderful years. Together, they
raised four children.
Judy had a successful career in advertising, working for many years as a Director of
Production at Richard Kaplan and Associates. She excelled at keeping projects on time and
within budget, a testament to her organization and determination. Her keen artistic eye, love
of color, and sense of design made her an asset in her field. Outside of work, she found joy in
nurturing her flower garden, where her green thumb transformed her surroundings into a
display of beauty.
A natural storyteller, Judy had a gift for bringing memories to life and making people laugh.
Her children and grandchildren will always cherish the many moments spent listening to her
stories, seeking her guidance, and feeling the warmth of her unwavering love. She had an
incredible ability to make a house a home, filling it with laughter, comfort, and an open heart.
She was a devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who always put her family
first.
Judy will be dearly missed by her four children, Willard (Patricia) Meyer III of Elizabeth,
Steven (Patrice) Meyer of North Carolina, Cathy Simnick of Frankfort, IL, and Keith Meyer of
Elizabeth; her six grandchildren, Tracy, Christopher, Steven, Adam, Katie, and Aaron; and her
seven great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her beloved sister, Linda (Rand) Hoyer of
Livonia, MI; her niece, Sharon (Ethan); and Jeffery Faust, who was like a son to her. Judy is
preceded in death by her husband, Willard; and her parents Elmer and Catherine.
Judy's legacy of love, kindness, and creativity will continue to live on in the hearts of those
who knew and loved her.
February 12, 2025, at the age of 89.
Judy was born on February 8, 1936, to Elmer and Catherine (Schroeder) Brodeen in Chicago,
Illinois. She grew up in Chicago and attended Aquinas High School. It was in 1951 that she
met the love of her life, Willard Meyer. Their deep connection led them to marry in 1953,
beginning a journey of love and partnership that spanned 67 wonderful years. Together, they
raised four children.
Judy had a successful career in advertising, working for many years as a Director of
Production at Richard Kaplan and Associates. She excelled at keeping projects on time and
within budget, a testament to her organization and determination. Her keen artistic eye, love
of color, and sense of design made her an asset in her field. Outside of work, she found joy in
nurturing her flower garden, where her green thumb transformed her surroundings into a
display of beauty.
A natural storyteller, Judy had a gift for bringing memories to life and making people laugh.
Her children and grandchildren will always cherish the many moments spent listening to her
stories, seeking her guidance, and feeling the warmth of her unwavering love. She had an
incredible ability to make a house a home, filling it with laughter, comfort, and an open heart.
She was a devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who always put her family
first.
Judy will be dearly missed by her four children, Willard (Patricia) Meyer III of Elizabeth,
Steven (Patrice) Meyer of North Carolina, Cathy Simnick of Frankfort, IL, and Keith Meyer of
Elizabeth; her six grandchildren, Tracy, Christopher, Steven, Adam, Katie, and Aaron; and her
seven great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her beloved sister, Linda (Rand) Hoyer of
Livonia, MI; her niece, Sharon (Ethan); and Jeffery Faust, who was like a son to her. Judy is
preceded in death by her husband, Willard; and her parents Elmer and Catherine.
Judy's legacy of love, kindness, and creativity will continue to live on in the hearts of those
who knew and loved her.
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