Service Details
A Memorial Service will be held to Celebrate Her Life on Friday, February 19, 2021 1:00pm in the chapel of Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home, 4600 County Line Rd., Racine, WI. You’re invited to greet the family from 11:00am until the time of service.
Due to the COVID 19 Pandemic, there will be a limit of 50 people for the service.
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Racine, WI – Judy Ann Duncan was born on October 12, 1960 to the union of Josephine Hackworth and Billy Robinson Sr. in Elkhart, Indiana. Judy received her formal education at Elkhart Memorial High School in Elkhart, Indiana. She went on to further education at Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Judy accepted Christ as her Lord and Savior at a young age.
Judy enlisted in the United States Army on October 30, 1979 and was honorably discharged December 19, 1980. Judy has spent the last 30 years with her better half Ernest Ray McGowan. Judy was a Teller at First Star Bank for many years. She was also the Head Line Cook at the Fort McCoy Army base from 2000 to 2008.
In her leisure time she enjoyed impressing people with her phenomenal cooking skills. She was an avid reader and enjoyed arts and crafts. She was always willing to lend a helping hand. She loved her family and friends. She had an incredibly special relationship with her granddaughter Emari. She also held a special place in her heart for her little cousin Cayden Williams.
Judy Ann Duncan departed this life on February 9, 2021. She was preceded in death by her Father Billy Robinson Sr. Mother-in-Law Beatrice McGowan-Carter. Brother-in-Law James McGowan. Uncles Richard, Robert, Sylvester and James Hackworth and Uncles John Jr., Harry Sr. and Henry Sr. Robinson, as well as her Aunts Bessie Hackworth-Orr, Rosemary Goodwin and Retha Jones.
Judy leaves to cherish her memories her Mother Josephine Black. Daughters LaToyua Duncan, Nikki (Ernest Cobb) Duncan. Granddaughter Emari Cobb. Bonus Daughter Rabena Alexander. Bonus Granddaughters Denisha, Domonique and T’Ali Alexander, Grandsons Isaiah and Davion Cobb. Brother Billy (Anita) Robinson. Sisters in Law Vivian (Michael) Shields, Diane (Eddie) Willis. Niece Meghan Robinson. Uncles Superintendent William (Kiena} Hackworth and Bishop Jimmy (Bonita) Hackworth. Special Cousins Jennifer, Erika, Don and Donnie. Special Aunt Geraldine Brye. She also leaves her best friend Kim Brown. There are numerous friends and family members with many special and fond memories.
The family would like to thank the staff at Ascension All Saints Hospital.
A Memorial Service will be held to Celebrate Her Life on Friday, February 19, 2021 1:00pm in the chapel of Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home, 4600 County Line Rd., Racine, WI. You’re invited to greet the family in the chapel from 11:00am until the time of service.
Due to the COVID 19 Pandemic, there will be a limit of 50 people for the service.
Anonymous says
Ernie, my deepest condolences to you in the loss of your precious Judy, and to the children and family. I will always remember her smile and the kindness that came so natural for her. May your sweet memories comfort your heart in the days to come.
Pam Smith
Charity Booker and Family says
My deepest condolences to my friend Nikki and Family!
FRIENDS OF DISTINCTION says
MAY GOD BE WITH THE FAMILY AT THIS TIME.
Kim Brown and family says
My deepest condolences to the entire family for such a great loss. Judy was more than a friend. She was beautiful on the inside and out. Her smile and laughter lit up the whole room. She was loving, kind, giving and was truly genuine/sincere. She will be forever in our hearts. Much Love.
Paula Boykin says
May God comfort Judy’s family she was a wonderful neighbor for many years I will truly miss seeing her smiling face rest in peace Judy
Harretta Duncan says
Toya and Nikki, my heart goes out to you and your family. May you and the family find comfort in your memories and in Jesus loving arms.
Crystal Duncan Ferrer says
Nikki and Toya my deepest sympathy cousins. May God heal your hearts in this time of hurt. Our prayers are with you and the family. Love you guys.
Deaconess Gwendolyn Stout says
To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. Rest on with the Lord.
Shirley A . Duncan says
Our deepest condolences to the family . Judy always had a kind and loving spirit ,and a smile that lite the world up . She was a high spirited woman and her presence in the room always a delight. Family and friends are mourning, Judy continue resting in peace , peace in God .
We Love you dearly family ,
❤️
Shirley Duncan & family
Rose Kirk says
Dear Ernie, my friend, sorry for your loss. My condolences to you and family. Look to the hills where our strength comes from. May God give you strength during this time, We know that weeping may endure for a night but joy comes in the morning. Like the fresh flowing spring of water, our God will restore your strength and supply all of your needs. Be encouraged today and in the days to come.
Lisa Conner says
As I sit here and remember you through my crying eyes!!😥 Words like intelligent, loyal, strong,, loving, compassionate! A survivor!!!!🙌🏾🙌🏾
Rest easy my friend/cousin… good and faithful servant!🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Robin and Daion Shaw says
Nikki and Toya you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I pray you find comfort, strength and understanding in your time of sorrow.
Maggie Cobb says
My condolences to the family May God give you comfort an strength during this difficult time.
Jessica Knue says
My heart goes out to your family. I am sending all the love and prayers your way.ay you find strength together ❤
M. Lewis says
May God bless the family with strength and comfort.
He was a good dude!
Morona Lewis says
My prayers go out to the family, particularly her lovely daughters. Your mom had a very sweet soul.
May God strengthen and keep you through this tough times.
Sincerely
Sherby Oliver says
Ernie
We will miss Judy and her beautiful smile. Warmest condolences.
Marvin/Ora Griffin / Racine Wis says
Our deepest condolence to the family of Judy l really don’t know what to say because this is a shock 😢she was such sweet and loving person Ernie and Nikki, Toya you may find strength and comfort in our Lord Jesus Christ keeping you in our prayers
Diann faye McGowan/Willis says
Rest. In peace Judy. You certainley deserve it! God has another plan for her. She has her wings now, and will be watching over us all! Judy loved all her family and friends. She was a wonderful devoted caregiver. My mother, recently deceased, had nothing but praise for Judy. On behalf on the McGowan family, we would like to thank Judy, for taking such good care of our brother , my twin Ernie! Josephine, you raised a beautiful daughter!
Debra Ann says
Judy smile laugh and love will always be around to comfort our hearts. She will truly be missed. Rest easy cousin take your flight.
Praying for the family
Sending my love
Patricia Harris says
My sincerest condolences to the family. May God continue to keep and strengthen you.
Bonnye Collins says
Ernie, Judy was a jewel, and you were blessed to have her as your mate for 30 years – she was devoted to you; I pray that you find comfort in the many fond and loving memories you have of her. Judy was a sweet soul and will be missed by those of us who loved her. My prayer is that you and Judy’s family find peace in knowing that she is at peace. Love you much.
Richard C Watkins says
Praying for you all. May God Bless and keep you.
Carol Salthouse says
I will miss you dear cousin.
With all my love
Carol Salthouse
Darrina Williams- Farris ( Dar) says
Nikki and Latoyua . You have my deepest sympathy. The ceremony was very beautiful. I loved the colors and military salute to your mother. The song ” The Wind Beneath My Wings” was sang so beautiful it brought tears to my eyes. May the lord be your comforter. If you need anything I’m here you. Sincerely.
Tonya L. Gates! says
The Family Has my Condolences and Prayers!