With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Judythe Stites of Rockford, Michigan, born in Saginaw, Michigan, who passed away on April 10, 2024 at the age of 86. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

She was predeceased by : her husband William Stites; her parents, Walter Dietz and Dorothy Dietz; her brother Clinton Ring; and her grandsons, Matthew Stites and Jeffery Stites.

She is survived by : her children, Terry Stites (Debra), Larry Stites (Beverly) and Gary Stites; her grandchildren, Aaron Stites, Derek Stites (Stephanie), Krista Stites and Hayley Rusco (Ryan); her granddaughter-in-law Amalia Stites; and her great grandchildren, Madelyn, Max, Luke and Zoey Stites. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Visitation was held on Thursday, April 18th 2024 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Memorial Alternatives (2432 Fuller Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49505).

In lieu of flowers, those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider donating to the Humane Society of West Michigan.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Memorial Alternatives