From: Bill Barrett
billabarrett@outlook.com
Obituary for Judy McElroy
Judith McElroy, 78 passed away on Tuesday evening August 14, 2018 after a short stay in the ICU at Centerpoint Medical Center. She was given excellent care, but was not able to overcome the illness. Judy was born Sept. 2, 1939 to Ruth Marjorie (Bowser) Barrett and Alvie Allen Barrett at McAllen Texas.
Judy was a lifelong member of the RLDS church, and later the Restoration Branches. She Graduated from Graceland College (now University) in 1959, and married her sweetheart track star from Graceland, John E. Swift. John joined the Air Force for 4 years, during which time they began a family of four children. They were later divorced, and Judy married Jerry McElroy. Jerry preceded her in death in 2011.
John also preceded Judy in death in 2017. Judy was a resident of Independence
Manor for 12 years and made many friends. She was well liked by residents and caregivers alike. Judy is survived by her brother Bill Barrett (Pam), 4 children Melinda Steve Jeff and Ron Swift, 2 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren, a niece, a nephew, 4 great niece, a great nephew, and a great great niece. Judy will be missed by all who knew her, but we know she is in her Father’s House.
There will be a memorial service held for Judy on Saturday August 25 at 2:00 PM at The Church of Jesus Christ Living Hope Restoration Branch at 2425½ S Crysler Avenue Independence MO 64052
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