Date of Death: October 10, 2026
Service Details
In accordance with family wishes, cremation will be conducted; no services are planned.
Obituary Notice
Judith Ann Mays, 72, of Three Rivers, passed away Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Centrica Rose Arbor Place surrounded by her loving family.
She was born November 2, 1953 in Three Rivers, the daughter of Richard F. and Delores E. (Nible) Blade.
Judith married Chuck Mays in November 1982.
She retired from Lear IAC in Mendon.
Judith enjoyed bowling, gambling, and playing softball. She was a tomboy at heart! She also loved to cook and was an animal lover – especially cats.
Remaining to cherish her memory are her husband of 44 years, Chuck Mays; sons, Jim Gibson Jr. (Elaine) and Jeff (Kippy); granddaughter, Adara Gibson; great-grandchildren, Layla and Norah; brother, Richard Blade; sister, Jacquelyn (James) Smith; brother-in-law, Dick Mays; sisters-in-law, Carol Perry, Pam (Jay) Hollingsworth, and Vic (Bob) Norris; niece, Cortney Smith; nephews, Christopher, Zack, and Austin Smith; many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
Additional Information
Donations in Judith’s memory may be directed to St. Joseph County Animal Rescue Fund. Envelopes will be available at or can be sent to Hohner Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
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Jim, I’m so sorry to hear about your Mom. Our thoughts are with you and your family now and in the coming weeks.
Chuck, family and extended families I am so sorry to hear this. Death is a bittersweet cause we long for the physical body, but rejoice in the presence of the Lord where there is no more pain & suffering. 2 Corinthians NIV 5:8 “We are confident, I say, and would prefer to be away from the body and at home with the Lord”. Prayers for you and your loved ones Chuck. ❤️✌️🙏
Pat Schmitt
So sorry for your loss, we will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
So sorry to hear about Judy. Thoughts and prayers with you and your family.
Chuck sending you and your family comforting thoughts at this time.
My deepest Condoliences to Judias whole Family and everyone than loved her.Im so sorry for your loss.My prayers are with you.
So sorry to hear this Chuck are thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
I know Judy form Huss School. We were in Bowling together. We laughed alot!!
Bless you Judy
GOD REST IN PEASE 🦋😢
Chuck, I am so very sorry for you and your families loss. Prayers and thoughts with all of you. Rest in peace our beloved Judi❣️
Chuck and family,
I’m sorry to hear about Judy, She was a good worker and a nice person. Chuck, you two made a great couple!
RIP Judy, and may your family remember and enjoy thinking of all the good times with you. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Chuck and family, so sorry to hear that Judy passed on..May she rest in peace!
Its been many years since I’ve seen Judy but still have fond memories of our high-school years and many years bowling with her at South Lanes. May she rest in peace. Thoughts and prayers to Chuck, Jim and Jeff.
Judy was a women of strength an even though she loved the Dallas Cowboys i always enjoyed our banter.So sorry for your loss.