Anyone who knew Judy knew she had green fingers and a heart that belonged in her garden. She could spend entire afternoons lost among her plants, nurturing each one with the same care she showed everyone in her life. Her garden was her sanctuary, a place where she found peace, joy and tranquility.
Despite her love of plants it was one of here final wishes that instead of filling her funeral with flowers people should instead donate any money they would have spent on flowers or otherwise wanted to give in her memory to Cancer Research instead.
Her JustGiving page raised over £10,000, a testament to how deeply she was loved and how many lives she had touched. 100% went towards giving hope for others and their family's facing the same battle.
The comments and donations tell the real story of who Judy was. Not just a gardener who loved plants, but someone who planted seeds of kindness everywhere she went. Those messages are preserved here along with the archived link to her original fundraising page:
Anonymous - £50.00 + £12.50 - You will always be remembered and missed
Anonymous - £50.00 + £12.50 - Thank you for being such a kind soul. You'll forever be in our hearts.
Rochelle Shepherd-Smith - £20.00 + £5.00 - Such sad news. Judy was such a kind, caring person and an inspiration to us all. I was lucky enough to work with her several times over the years. My thoughts are with Jacob and family. X
Sharon and Lee - £30.00 + £7.50
Neil McDonald - £50.00 + £12.50 - Will miss you, Judy x
Anonymous - £50.00 + £12.50 - Judy, you will remain always in our hearts. Thank you for the joy you brought.
Ronnie Smith - £50.00 + £12.50 - I met Judy when she 'volunteered' me to be her replacement as Chair of Governors at the school. She was kind, inspiring, hard working, clever, knowledgeable and a great mentor. Thankyou Judy.
Rachel Eden - £10.00 + £2.50 - Such a glow in our office every day I worked with her xx bye bye Judy Joo xx
Kim Jones - £20.00 + £5.00
Nicky and Jason - In memory of the best neighbour we and our dogs could ever wish for, she was such a huge part of the woodland life, she will be remembered at every tree and pond.
Yve - Thank you Jude for being my lovely friend for over 60 years. I am blessed. Xx
Kayleigh - £20.00 + £5.00 - Amazing friend, forever loved xx
Lisa Jane Williams - £20.00 + £5.00 - A very worthy cause. Sad news to hear of an "Ever Present" Old Uxonian. Condolences to all the family.
Sam Jephcote - God bless Judy...fly high x
Heather Simpson - In memory of Judy who was in my class at Bishopshalt.
Sarah Creaser - £50.00 + £12.50
Don Cameron - £17.00 - RIP Judith
Deborah Willott - £20.00 - I've known Judith since our first day at Bishopshalt in Form 1A. The glass was always half full and she always saw the funny side of life, even over the last 18 months. Going to miss you Jude. xx
Linda Carroll - £30.00 + £7.50 - In memory of a beautiful spirit. Condolences to her nearest and dearest as she will be sorely missed.
Soli Kojouri - £25.00 + £6.25 - Judy, you will be hugely missed x
Ju Little - £66.00 + £16.50 - To quote Bruce, "death is not the end, I'll see you in my dreams". Jude, someone Born to Run and love life xx
Jim Cosgrove - £100.00 + £25.00 - Judy was a kind and beautiful person, who I have loved for a very a very long time. I will miss you so much, love and kisses Jim xxx
Judith Lark - £25.00 + £6.25 - No words other than you have quite remarkable and I’ll miss you very much.
Eleanor And Richard Ferguson - £30.00 - Kindness personified- Will be missed hugely- by so many
Carole Austin - £10.00 + £2.50 - I didn’t know Judy personally (although Ken did teach me RE back in the day!). However her stirling work with the Old Uxonian’s Association was a great achievement. Thank you.
Steve Bell - £50.00 + £12.50 - Dear Judy, you can do your "Pink and Fluffy" bit with the angels in future.
David Penniston - Such very sad news. I remember Judy from our days in the same class at Bishopshalt with great affection. Always a friendly face and a ready smile. My condolences and prayers for all the family.
Jacquie Warner - £20.00 + £5.00 - I will always remember us riding together at Charville Riding School. You were always such fun. RIP Judy
Susan Cornwell - £10.00 + £2.50 - Rest in peace Judy, from another Bruce Springsteen fan
Wendy and Graham - £50.00 + £12.50 - Thankyou for being a ray of sunshine in all our lives and for all the happy memories. Your kindness, generosity of spirit and sense of fun will stay in our hearts forever. Much love to all the family
Jim and Deirdre Hansen - £50.00 + £12.50 - Judy had been a wonderful and cheerful neighbour for nearly 25 years. She was a fount of local knowledge and always had some handy tips. She loved her dogs and cats, enjoying her walks on the common.
Sandie Kemp - £25.00 + £6.25 - Judy, you were an inspiration and a light. We will miss you so much. My thoughts and prayers are with Jacob and your family. Sandie
Daniela Karanesheva - Rest in peace Judy! I will never forget the times we worked together. You were an amazing woman and fantastic leader!
Ben Barfoot - £50.00 + £12.50 - I can’t believe she’s gone. Judy was one of the nicest people I had the pleasure of working with. My heart goes out to Jacob and the rest of her family and this donation is the least I could do
Dan Hussey - £30.00 + £7.50 - Judy was an absolutely lovely person and will be missed terribly by everyone. Sending much love to Jacob and all of Judy's friends and family.
Helen Horsnell - £20.00 + £5.00 - Such sad news - a beautiful lady, inside and out. Judy, you will be missed by so many, and remembered with great fondness. Rest in peace lovely lady xx
Michael and Pauline - £25.00 + £6.25 - We have known you so many years Judy, with our paths crossing on so many occasions, and you were always such a happy, bubbly person. We will always remember your smile. Rest in peace Judy. Xx
Dave and Janice - £100.00 + £25.00 - Darling Judy, we met on the first day of primary school and I have cherished every day of our friendship since then. I will miss you more than words can say. Fly free my dearest friend.
Beth Stark - £40.00 + £10.00 - To say Judy was a positive influence on mine and so many other people's lives would be understatement of the century. Judy you will be so desperately missed, thank you for being you.
Jade Wicks - £20.00 + £5.00 - Judy was a beautiful soul who loved life and we always had a laugh together. She was an inspirational leader and a great mentor to me for many years. Rest in peace lovely lady xx
Bartha - £20.00 + £5.00 - Judy was an inspiration to all of us to make every moment of our lives count even when we have stuff going on in the background. Will miss you Judy.
Clare Goddard - £20.00 + £5.00 - I took over editing the Gazette from Judy many years ago - she was a kind and patient teacher! We'd always stop for a chat in the woods when our paths crossed. She was an inspiring soul. Rest in peace
Jacqui Thomas - A privilege to have worked with Judy at Curry’s and Mastercare, and to have remained friends ever since. Born to Run always reminds me of us all singing it at Judy’s 60th birthday. Rest in Peace Judy
Elaine Ward - £10.00 + £2.50 - You were a wonderful colleague with such a big, generous, warm heart. You are fondly remembered by all that had the pleasure of working with you.
Dawn Twiss - £20.00 + £5.00 - Such a force of nature.. Judy was taken all too soon. Thoughts are with Jacob and family. Take good care of yourself x
Ruth Bond - Judy was an inspiration; always positive and motivated. Always happy to help Anyone. Judy will be sadly missed by everyone that knew her.xx
Alison McDougall
Nikki E - Such sad, sad news. Judy was a beautiful person inside and out. No matter the situation she always had a positive & encouraging view. Sending love to Jacob, family and friends. RIP dear Judy x
Nigel McAlister - £50.00 + £12.50 - Judy made a massive contribution towards improving the operation of the Blue Badge Scheme in Buckinghamshire. This reduced considerably the abuse of the Scheme. You were a shining star! RIP
Dee - £20.00 + £5.00
Ralph Whitehouse and Caroline Wynn - £100.00 + £25.00 - Judy was a very special person, a wonderful Mum to Jacob and someone who made a huge contribution to the world, and especially to all her many friends and family.
Heidi and Iain - £20.00 + £5.00 - Rest peacefully Judy. We are happy to support this good cause in your memory.
The Foster family - Cruel and wicked disease. It will be fought it will be ignited. With much support and love from us to you X
Emma, John and Schoons xx - You have been such a wonderful person to know who had so much kindness to share. I'll miss our regular chats, Flora stealing Schoons ball or stick and your warm and caring smile xx
Lyndsay Wise - £20.00 + £5.00 - We have such lovely memories of Judy and Jakey Ben as she entrusted us with him as a tiny baby when she went back to work. So strong and positive even as she battled breast cancer back then. RIP Judy.
Annette and Roy - £30.00 + £7.50 - Much love and thinking of you all - what an amazing lady xx
LBH. Sue, Kim, Sue - £75.00 + £18.75 - In memory of our dear friend Judy, fifty years of friendship so many happy memories of a truly special person.
James Hogg
David Kidger and family
The Gunns - £100.00 + £25.00 - A very special lady who will be greatly missed 💔
Leslie East - £100.00 + £25.00 - We shall miss our darling niece, her warmth, laughter and energy. Les and Lilija
Cathryn & Ron Carter - £50.00 + £12.50 - Judy was truly an inspiration to all she met, and made a difference to everything she was involved in. We will miss her warmth, her laughter and her smile.
Anonymous - £20.00 + £5.00
Barbara - £25.00 + £6.25 - When Jacob was leaving Naphill & Walters Ash School Judy arranged a leavers party for him and his friends. Catching up with news on Jacob and of course the dogs was always entertaining and joyful.
Maryjane Clifford - £50.00 + £12.50 - A dear friend who created fun and laughter even in the most difficult of circumstances and who wore her many talents and abilities so lightly. Will be sadly missed.
Anonymous - £457.00 + £114.25 - To Judy Q from Janey Fish
Chris Chapmnan - £30.00 + £7.50 - Jude was one of our little close knit group of four friends at Bishopshalt. She didn't change when we were adults: positive, fun and full of energy. Rest in peace lovely lady xxx
Celia and Ian Duncan - £50.00 - Dear Judy, such a brave, kind, selfless lady right to the end. We and many others will miss her so much. We were blessed and privileged to have her as our friend. Sleep peacefully Judy.
Dani Goodman - £20.00 + £5.00 - A truly lovely lady, always smiling and upbeat. I shall miss our chats when walking dogs, especially about gardening! RIP Judy, with love.
Hilary Spain - £20.00 + £5.00 - Such a lovely, smiley and kind lady who did so much to help others. A true gem and Naphill is all the better for her having lived here. x
Pauline Page - £30.00 + £7.50 - It was a joy to have known and worked with you Judy. Rest in peace lovely lady. Pauline xxx
David Varley
Dawn Anderson - £30.00 + £7.50 - Judy was always so upbeat and positive, I was lucky to have crossed paths with her while working at Bucks CC. My thoughts are with you Jacob.
Paul and Jocelyn - £40.00 + £10.00 - Sending with happy memories of Judy x
Carol Hill - £30.00 + £7.50 - Rest in peace lovely Judith. Always fun and so brave
Chris Holding and Steve Tully - £20.00 + £5.00 - Judy: it was a pleasure to know you. Over the years your sense of fun, irrepressible zest for life and courage never dulled. You will be greatly missed x
Marilyn Hawley - £50.00 + £12.50 - Judy. My dear genuine and lovely friend. Thank you for letting me into your life over 30 yrs ago. Fond memories of all we and Jacob did together. You enlightened and enriched so many lives. RIP Judy X
Sally & Paul Farrell - £30.00 + £7.50 - Jake, thinking of you at this very sad time.
Amanda B - £25.00 + £6.25 - So sorry for your loss Jacob. Lots of best wishes to you.
Nina and Dave Talbot - £20.00 + £5.00 - Judy will be sadly missed. Our paths crossed over the years as she did so much for the village in so many ways. We'll especially remember her sunny cheerful smile.
Jacky Cottee - £20.00 + £5.00 - Rest in peace, Judy. Sincere condolences to all the family.
Sue Nash - £50.00 + £12.50 - You were a wonderful friend, a loving mother, a tower of strength, and an inspiration. I will miss you more than I can ever express in words. Love and hugs as always XXX
Anonymous - £20.00 + £5.00
Bernie Quinn - £30.00 + £7.50 - So many wonderful memories of happy days together at Bishopshalt. May you rest in peace ❤️ xx
Andrew Wasilewski - £20.00 + £5.00 - Judy will be sadly missed. She did so much for the village especially her time on the Village Hall Council.
Cheryl Hughes - £50.00 + £12.50 - Fond memories of working with Judy.
Katie and Ian Ford - Sending love to the whole family. I am so sorry for your loss xx
Amanda, Stuart, Wil and Guinness - £75.00 + £18.75 - Only Judy could make spending time on a hospital bed in the corridor of Stoke Mandeville sound like an enjoyable experience. It is a privilege to have spent time with Judy, we miss her every day
Janice Harrison - £30.00 + £7.50 - Dear Judy Beautiful both inside and out, a free spirit and I am honoured to say a wonderful friend and colleague.
Anonymous - £20.00 + £5.00 - Judy - you will be missed.
Ken Tacon - RIP Judy, you will be very sadly missed. It was a pleasure knowing you.
Anonymous - So sorry to hear of the about Judy losing her battle. A lovely lady, and fine working colleague who assisted me at a difficult time whilst working in a administration role with her at the council.
Helen and James - £50.00 + £12.50 - Such a kind, inspiring lady who worked so hard for everyone and truly cared. We bonded over gardening and a love of Naphill. We will miss meeting you on the Common, Judy. Much love to you, Jacob.
Katie, Anna and Scarlett - £20.00 + £5.00 - We will miss bumping into you & ‘the girls’ on the common each day, the dogs will miss your ever full bag of treats & Scarlett will miss her visits to your pond. Rest in peace ‘Judy and the newts!’ xx
Gill & Des - £500.00 + £125.00 - Judy Q ❤️
Julia Zouch - Such good memories of Judy and horses. The happy times we all had. Such a lovely person, and she will be so missed by all who loved her.
Jackie - Judy was one of the strongest and most vibrant people I have ever known. She leaves behind some great memories.
Eagle 🦅 - £50.00 + £12.50 - Devastated by this heartbreaking news. JQ: darling, my exboss, a beloved friend, a trusted confidant, and a true leader of leaders with crystalline integrity. Heaven sent beacon brightness.
Sue, Miranda, Pip and Pen - Judy, your vibrancy, zest for life and positivity were an inspiration for all. Fly free beautiful spirit.
M - £10.00 + £2.50
Carol Scrimgeour - Always a smile and ready to give of her time. Will never forget her kindness to my daughter-in-law who was with us for two weeks when she was studying for her degree. A lovely lady.
Christopher Parkhurst - £50.00 + £12.50 - To my lovely Judy, I still have our wonderful memories from France and adventures in the Austin 7 and MG TC and Healey I will miss you so much Gal ! Xxxx
Anonymous - £10.00 + £2.50
Mike Bratby - £30.00 + £7.50 - Shall miss my friend at the manor, brought light into the day wherever she was. Proud mother always talking about Jacob. Feel blessed to have shared her precious time, My heart goes out to all the family
Roger Hall - A lovely lady. Many happy memories of our time in Hazlemere when my wife childminded Jacob and I worked with his dad at the Equity & Law offices. RIP xx
Brenda Laurency - £25.00 + £6.25 - I will always remember the early morning walks in the woods with our dogs and the "amusement" of seeing you strolling around with your full mug of tea in your hand.
Ian Bell - £20.00 + £5.00 - RIP Judy, lovely lady
Beej - Judy you were an amazing friend. In 30 years you did not forget the kids or my birthday even once. X
Michelle, Rob, Chris & Richard Callow - Judy was my truly amazing, inspirational and kind aunt. I will really miss her. RIP.
Afsheen - I miss you and dearly cherish your memories. Rest in peace my lovely X
Alan and Alison Mothersole - £50.00 + £12.50 - Judy was such a wonderful person and will be deeply missed by all those who knew her. RIP.
Rick & Val Jones - £40.00 + £10.00 - we are sad, remembering you. Such a lovely lady.
Anonymous - £50.00 + £12.50
Kate Price - £50.00 + £12.50 - Judy was an inspiration to us all. She was a wonderful friend & colleague. Together we always found a way to fly under the radar to get the job done. I will miss the giggles & fun we had xx
Nigel and Viv - £20.00 + £5.00 - It was a privilege to have know Judy, she was loved by so many
Anonymous - £50.00 + £12.50
Anne Tomsett - £25.00 + £6.25 - We met on our first day at Bishopshalt, both in over-sized blazers! What a long way since then. I'm so glad we realised who we were eventually. A truly inspirational lady. xx
Elaine Godfrey - £20.00 + £5.00 - Judy was such a kind and caring person. I shall always remember her smiling face and for being so cheerful when she came to see us on the 5th floor. Rest in peace, lovely lady. xx
Anonymous - £50.00 + £12.50
Anonymous - £35.00 + £8.75 - Remembering the laughter at the New Year fancy dress parties and our riding holidays. Will never forget your smile. Julie & David xx
James, Pat And Hannah Hill - Bless You For The Light That You Shone In The Lives Of All You Loved And Cared For. We Were Lucky Enough To Know You. You Will Never Be Forgotten And One Day We Will Meet Again.
Sarah Beeks - £30.00 + £7.50 - Judy was a wonderful person and colleague to work with, always smiling, and brightened up everyone’s day. Thinking of Jacob and family at this time. X
Adam Payne - Always so positive and supportive. Always said yes to any request for help- and always found a way around the bureaucracy. A privilege to have worked with you.
Tony Davis - For Judy, whose smile and warmth would light up any business meeting. You will be greatly missed by everyone that knew you.
Amanda - £25.00 + £6.25 - A joy to work with you and share some crafty chat too. Will always remember your positivity and smile and homemade wine! X
The London family
Karen Bamgboye - £20.00 + £5.00 - I have so many lovely memories of you Judy, from business support, to dogs & horses. You knew how to have fun and enjoy life. Your spirit will live on forever and your smile will never be forgotten. X
John and Pat - £50.00 + £12.50 - with love
Anonymous - £25.00 + £6.25
Sue - £50.00 + £12.50 - So sorry that we have lost such an amazing person - her sense of humour and positivity were completely infectious. Judy made such a difference to so many lives; she will be sorely missed.
Naphill and Walters Ash School - Judy supported the school for many years and made such a huge difference.
Barbara Whitney - £50.00 + £12.50 - Judy, such amazing energy & positivity, it was a pleasure to work with you over 30 years ago & when you were first diagnosed you said it was all about staying well for Jacob. You did that. Rest well.
Joe - £40.00 + £10.00
Sally Shimmin - What a special lady. Judy was always there with a cheery word, whether at school, in the village or in the woods she loved. Judy's smile will live on.
Mum & Dad ( Ken & Pam Pearce) - £500.00 - For our much loved, brave & talented daughter. She will be so sorely missed.
Derek Bownds - £25.00 + £6.25 - So sad to hear this news.
Suzi Nicols - £25.00 + £6.25 - Dear Judy, such a joy to have worked with you. You have always been so bright, clever, helpful and completely lovely.
Jane Smith - £25.00 + £6.25 - Hope this helps.
June Cooper and family - Thing of you all at this sad time
Julie Peart - £50.00 - Thank you Judy for everything you did for us - you were an absolute star and will be missed greatly
Angela - £50.00 + £12.50 - A strong, special lady with a smile to match. An honour to have known you - love to your family.
Paul & Joanne Hewitt - Such a wonderful lady, we'll so miss our chats in the woods when walking our dogs
Peter East - £100.00 - My lovely, courageous, brilliant niece. Gone from this life much too soon, but forever in our hearts. Family, friends and of course, her dogs, rabbits & others she cared for will remember. RIP Jude.
Ben Sendall - Thank you for helping me get on my feet and start working towards something positive Judy. I will always remember walking through the common with you.
Sonia - RIP thank you for all your support, Love and kindness
Pat & Anna - £50.00 + £12.50
Gill and Nick Jones - £50.00 + £12.50 - Ju Ju, We did not spend enough time together. But we have fond memories of the times we spent at Currys. Rest in peace. Jones of O&M
Tina Cooke - Thank you Judy for everything you did for my daughter Victoria Cooke.
Victoria Schwarzbach - Thank you Judy for all the nurturing and support over the years to shape me into who I am today. Working with you was always amazing, and I will treasure it x
Andy Long - £20.00 - Such a lovely person to have known.
Andy & Judy Pope - £20.00 + £5.00 - An amazing lady, I worked closely with Judy at Naphill & Walters School when she was Chair of Governors. Always supportive and encouraging. Judy was always full of energy & so bubbly. Will be so missed
Stephanie Hallam - I will always remember you for your cheery smile and positive energy - but most of all for your enthusiasm for "Out in the Sun" all those years ago in the Concord Musical Production of Wild Violets!
Neil McMinn - £25.00 + £6.25 - I shall miss seeing you on the common
Anonymous - Remembering a lovely lady and with grateful thanks for your cheerful empathy and support in the past.
Anonymous - £100.00 + £25.00 - Thank you for childhood memories and your wonderful welcome back to Norton Road. Your joyful smile will always be remembered David, Charlotte, Isaac, Tom, Emma and Freya
Norma - Always remembered x
Jane, Nick, Emma and James - Thank you for always being there for everyone. Especially in times of need! x
Flavia Coleman - £25.00 + £6.25 - Rest in peace, Judy. Reading all these messages shows you were a truly remarkable and inspirational person, loved by so many and will be greatly missed. My condolences to all your family and friends.
Mark, Alex, Daisy and George - £50.00 + £12.50 - Mark, Alex, Daisy and George
Palvi - Jacob, your mum was special, she was everyone's mum on the team. Her caring nature, not giving up, her energy so visible around her, her smile and her believing in others are all the things I admire.
Anonymous - £35.00 + £8.75 - Judy was an amazing boss and friend. She had the patience of a saint. A world without Judy is a poorer place for everyone else. Mark and Suzanne S.
Marlène and Mike Mason - £100.00 + £25.00 - In memory of a wonderful lady. And in memory of Alan Furness and of our dear daughter Helen, who both died of cancer.
Ron Collins - £20.00
Darren Miller - £20.00 + £5.00 - Sad to hear the passing of Judy. Always happy and her energy would light up a room. The messages show what a loss she will be.
Anonymous - £25.00 + £6.25
Catherine Grady - £35.00 + £8.75 - Although I never had the pleasure of meeting my distant cousin Judy, I'm very saddened to hear of her illness and passing. Sending love to all her family and friends. Thinking of you all.
Jacob Whitehouse - £200.00 - Donating £200 raised at Judy's funeral held on 11/02/2025. Another massive thank you to everyone who has donated in her memory.
Anonymous - £25.00
Anonymous - £20.00 - Adding a donation on behalf of the Reed family in Judy's memory.
Jackie Leach - £100.00 + £25.00 - Pam is a dear friend from our Nonington days, and although I never met Judith, I heard a lot about her and learnt what a happy and positive person she was. I am happy to contribute to Cancer Research.
Sue Burdon-Jones - £30.00 - In memory of Judy, warm, cheerful, positive and a privilege to have spent time with. For Jacob, who embodies those great qualities of his mum, all my love and empathy for your grief. Sue
10 x Other Totally Anonymous Donors
Several others who donated at her funeral using cash