Judith A. Rippy Obituary
We bid farewell to Judith A. Rippy of Rock Falls, Illinois, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on February 5, 2026 at the age of 85. Judith touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact Judith had on those she encountered along her journey. Though Judith may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, her essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Pearl Williamson and Etta Williamson (Behrends); her husband Jackie Rippy; her son Brian Williams; and her son-in-law Alex Estrada.
She is survived by: her daughters, Lizann Portner Williams (Danny) of Rochester, MN, Lori Portner Estrada of Bloomington, IL, Wendy Portner Johnston (Gary) of Chapel Hill, NC, Shelley Williams of Jacksonville, IL, Christina Williams Hayes (Russ) of Cleveland, TX, Rebecca Whetstone (Gary) and Pisa Williams Stewart (Jack); her stepdaughter Vicki Rippy of Rock Falls; and her daughter-in-law Barb Higgins of Lyndon. She is also survived by 15 grandchildren; 19 great grandchildren; 1 great-great grandchild.
