Judy Gail (Smiddy) Kram was born on October 4, 1946 and passed away surrounded by family on November 29, 2019. She was preceded in death by her parents, Thomas Duree Smiddy and Georgia Lou (Douglas) Smiddy. She is remembered by her children, Lorie Kram and Benjamin Kram; her grandsons, Augustus and Nicholas Kram Mendelsohn; her brother, Dan Smiddy and sister-in-law, Barbara (Raznick) Smiddy; and her longtime partner, Richard Fritz. Judy battled pancreatic cancer for more than three years alongside a most dedicated and compassionate medical team. Judy also leaves a large group of loving relatives and lifelong friends.
Judy’s life was beautifully influenced by her dear friends from Trans World Airlines, where she began working in 1967. She loved every bit about traveling the world alongside her TWA pals and their families. In her retirement she spent as much time as possible in her beloved southwest with friends and family.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network.
A celebration of Judy’s joy-filled life is planned for a future date (to be announced).