Born on May 31, 1950 in Peoria, she was the daughter of Gail “Ole” and Anna (Collins) Olson.
Surviving are her mother, Anna Olson of Pekin; one son, Michael Lawless of Glasford and one brother, Jerry (Judy) Olson of Texas.
She was preceded in death by her father, Gail ‘Ole’ Olson and three brothers, Thomas Olson, Karl Olson and Robert “Bobby” Olson.
Judy had worked for Peoria County Recorder of Deeds. She later worked for Caterpillar, Inc. for 10 years on shipping and billing, retiring in 1980 to stay home and raise her family.
Judy loved to go antiquing and thrift shopping. She also loved to vacation in Branson, Missouri and boating with family and friends. She enjoyed reading.
She attended Glasford Baptist Church.
Per Judy’s request, a graveside service will be at 2 p.m. Monday, July 24, 2023 at Lancaster Cemetery in Glasford. Pastor John Vaughn will officiate. There will be no visitation.
Arrangements are by Preston-Hanley Funeral Homes & Crematory in Pekin.
Memorial contributions may be given to Lung Cancer Foundation Fund, 501 7th Avenue, suite 230, New York, New York 10018 or to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Midwest Affiliate, 530 Northeast Glen Oak Avenue, Peoria, Illinois 61637.
To express condolences online, visit www.preston-hanley.com
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