Judith F. Meyer

Judith “Judy” F. Meyer, 82, of Bradley passed away on Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at University of Chicago Hospital. Judy was born on January 3, 1944 in Kankakee, the daughter of Orvel and Eva (Cann) Hamann. Judy graduated from Grant Park Highschool in 1962. Among other opportunities, Judy initially worked at Baker & Taylor in Momence, however her longest occupation was working for Russell Publications in Peotone where she took on many roles but specifically acting as Office Manager. She retired in 1987. Judy then moved to Chebanse where she lived for several years before moving to her most recent residence in Bradley. Judy is survived by her brother Bruce Hamann of Peotone, her two children, Lisa (Jim “Favorite son-in-law”) Goncher of Las Vegas, NV. Andy (Nichole) Meyer of Kankakee, IL. Her grandchildren: Stan (Laura) Goncher, Holly Goncher (Corie Crim), Ayden, Ryder, Payson, & Wyatt Meyer and great grandson Luca Crim. She is also survived by her ex-husband and friend Mike Meyer. She was preceded in death by her parents; one sister Lou Ann Eldridge and one sister-in-law Sue Hamann. Judy enjoyed camping with family and going to concerts with her daughter. She loved to crochet things for others. She was heavily involved in church and school activities and was famous for making the football team sandwiches. She always enjoyed hearing what was going on in the lives of those she cared about. Most of all, she cherished time spent with her family and especially her grandchildren. Visitation will be on Friday, March 6, 2026 at the Jensen Funeral Home in Kankakee from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 with service to follow.