Judy Lee Ekstam Obituary
Judy Lee Ekstam of Bloomington, Illinois passed away on June 30, 2026. Judy, born on September 7, 1957, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
Judy will be remembered for the impact she had on the lives of those around her. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Judy will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture her life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Judy’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued her companionship.
She was predeceased by: her parents, John Bray and Mary Brummette Bray. She is survived by: her husband Jeff of Bloomington; her children, Jason Ekstam (Anna) of Brandon, FL and Jodi Pherigo (Donathen) of Bloomington; her grandchildren, Dylan, Emily Rogers, Madilyn Pherigo and Alexander Ekstam; and her siblings, Patrick Bray (Sarah) of Arkansas and Kathy Rodino (Jeff) of Normal.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St Jude Children's Research Hospital or OSF Hospice.
