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Judy Kay Monroe                  Send flowers

Services: Private graveside services will be held at the Price Cemetery at a later date

Visitation: There will be a Gathering Time for Family and Friends on Sunday December 13, 2026 from 1 to 4 pm at the Jackson Township Hall Add to Google Calendar

Judy Kay Monroe, 86 of Richwood, died Monday October 26, 2026 at Bluebird Retirement Community in Marysville. She was born August 15, 1940 in Essex to the late Olin Earl and Anna Lucille (Ransome) Parish. She was also preceded in death her husband and partner, Ronald “Ink” Monroe, they were married June 12, 1960 at the Richwood First Baptist Church and he died January 23, 2026. It was said that “A short nine months separated their trips to heaven, their kisses and coffee were had together again this morning, but with the best view possible”. Judy had worked as a school bus driver for the North Union Schools. She loved her Ohio State Buckeyes and North Union Wildcats. Before her stroke, she loved doing yardwork and had lavish landscaping, plants and enjoyed taking care of her birdfeeders. She loved her hummingbirds! Judy and Ink cherished their wintertime travel to Florida; she loved the warm weather. She was a longtime member of the Marion Christian Center. She and Ink had taught marriage classes there for many years. Recently they had been attending Marysville Grace. Judy was a true homemaker, she took care of her family and was known as a tough, stubborn and independent woman who loved her family deeply. Surviving are their children, Jim (Rita) Monroe of Richwood, Tim (Tracey) Monroe of Marysville and Tami (Bill) Holloway of Hardeeville, South Carolina. Siblings, Bill (Beth) Parish of Richwood and Joyce (Terry) Christy of Covington and their families. Grandchildren, Tai (Jason) Wills, Sarah (Chad) Whitson, Hannah (Eric) Pedersen, Chris (Shannon) Monroe, Justin (Sara) Monroe, Brian (Tabatha) Monroe, Steven (Cindy) Monroe, Cole Holloway and Kaley (Courtney) Hill Great grandkids, Layni and Lexi Wills, Kiley, Jackson, Piper Pedersen, Jayce, Jayden, Jerry Monroe, Jaycee, Ryleigh, Kasen Monroe, Greyson and Nash Monroe Sister-in-law, Janet (Phil) Williams of Marion There will be a Gathering Time for Family and Friends on Sunday December 13, 2026 from 1 to 4 pm at the Jackson Township Hall. A Dessert Bar will be available to celebrate Judy’s abilities in the kitchen. Private graveside services will be held at the Price Cemetery at a later date. Memorial gifts may be made to Viaquest Hospice at 525 Metro Place North #300 Dublin, Ohio 43017 The Stofcheck-Ballinger Funeral Home is assisting the family. Condolences and remembrances may be expressed at www.stofcheck-ballinger.com Directions to Price Cemetery Directions to Jackson Township Hall Florist Login

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Condolences       to #1 from: Peggy Bevis Wilson Richwood Tue, Oct 27, 2026 at 4:16 PM Monroe Families, Prayers for peace and comfort at the loss of your Mother. Deepest Sympathy! #2 from: Rodney  Travis Centerville, OH Tue, Oct 27, 2026 at 4:55 PM To the Monroe and Parish families..Sorry to hear of Judy's passing.. Heaven received a Angel for sure.. Prayers for all #3 from: Traci   Tue, Oct 27, 2026 at 6:01 PM Jim, Tim and Tam my heart truly breaks for you all. She sure was a spitfire and I can only imagine the climb to her freedom from her struggles from her stroke. What an amazing homecoming in the open arms of pops with her coffee and ice cream, no doubt. My sincere condolences to you all and my thoughts and prayers during this time of comfort and healing. God definitely gained a couple angels in a short time. Hugs #4 from: Rona Penix   Tue, Oct 27, 2026 at 6:55 PM My thoughts and prayers are with you all!Rest in peace🙏 #5 from: Connie & Bob Hill Nolensville, TN Tue, Oct 27, 2026 at 7:15 PM Thinking of Judy & Ink's family, fellow graduates of Richwood High School, many memories.  Peace for Judy and for her family. #6 from: Jamie Clark   Tue, Oct 27, 2026 at 8:01 PM I am so sorry for your loss.  Judy meant a lot to my family.  Her and Ink were great neighbors.  Hugs and prayers! ❤️ #7 from: Angie Bush Edison Tue, Oct 27, 2026 at 8:27 PM She was a sweet lady for sure!  Thoughts and prayers to all of you!  Love, Angie

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