Judith K. Dye, 78, of Tiro, Ohio passed away on Saturday, January 22, 2022 at Grant Medical Center in Columbus, Ohio. She was born on June 25, 1943 in Willard, Ohio to the late Richard Smith and Ruth (Wilson) Moomaw.
Judy worked at Pioneer Balloon in Willard until its closing when she went on to work for Midwest Industries from which she retired. Strong in her faith, Judy was the wife of the Tiro Northern United Baptist Church, where her husband, Pastor Merlin, is the minister. She was head of the Ladies Aide as well as coordinating the monthly dinners.
Judy found great joy in attending both her children and grandchildren’s events as she built her life around her family. She was never one to miss a good festival and enjoyed swimming.
She will be greatly missed by her loving husband of 61 years, Pastor Merlin Dye; 5 children, Debra (Hershel) Rowe of Shelby, Sandy Hale of Plymouth, Sharon (Pastor Fred A.) Rowe of Willard, Kelly (Beth) Dye of Van Wert and Linda (Brian) Kuczynski of Richfield, Ohio; 15 grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; and sister, Ruth Pridemore.
In addition to her parents, Judy was preceded in death by her son, Gary Dye; grandson, Nathan Rowe; and son-in-law, Rodney Hale.
Family and friends are invited to visit at the Secor Funeral Home in Willard on Friday, January 28, 2022 from 11:00 a.m. until the time of her funeral service at 12:00 p.m. where Rev. Danny Hamilton will officiate. Burial will follow at Greenwood Cemetery in Willard where she will be laid to rest next to her son. Judy's family requests masks be worn for those attending her services. Memorial contributions can be made to Tiro Northern United Baptist Church or Ashland Monument. Online condolences can be left for the family by visiting www.secorfuneralhomes.com.
Condolences
Harold and Marcella Handshoe - Feb 4, 2022
So sorry to hear about this. Prayers sent for you, Meryl and your family!
Rob & Marcella Smith - Jan 28, 2022
We are sending our thoughts & prayers to the Dye family. Judy was such a caring person and always so wonderful to my Dad & Mom and our family. She will be truly missed.
Mary Ann Snow - Jan 28, 2022
Sorry for your lost and prayers with all 🙏🏻🙏🏻
PAUL AND SHIRLEY ZIMMERMAN - Jan 27, 2022
Merlin and family, our deepest sympathy to you in the passing of Judy. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Connie Bores - Jan 27, 2022
Merlin and Family, I am so sorry to hear of Judy’s passing. May your memories give you comfort at this sad time. Will keep you all in my prayers 🙏🏻
Kathy Dickson - Jan 27, 2022
So sorry for this loss. What a legacy of family and love left behind! May your memories bring you comfort.
Jean and Doug Dickson and family - Jan 27, 2022
We are sending our sympathy, love and prayers at this time. Judy was so caring. We will miss her and think of you all.
Larry and Fran Smith - Jan 26, 2022
Thoughts and prayers to the family. May God bless you all with loving ang heart warming memories, especially during this difficult time.
Charlene Zaebst - Jan 25, 2022
Deepest sympathy , sending prayers
Carolyn (Ferguson) Ousley - Jan 25, 2022
Ruth and your Family, sorry to hear of Judy’s passing. I had the privilege to with her T MTD. Nice lady. Prayers for all the family.
Linda Walton - Jan 25, 2022
Heaven gained a beautiful soul. I can see her visiting and talking without pain to those that met her at the gates. Sister Dye was and will continue to be a blessing. She leaves many good memories. Her strength and faith will follow for years to come through her family and friends. She loved her church brothers and sisters too. Brother Dye took good care of her as she did him. So glad for the time I knew her and wi get to meet her again someday. Love you guys. Mom sends her Love and prayers too. Hugs!❤️🙏❤️😘
Tonya Orr - Jan 25, 2022
Sending love and prayers to Aunt Judy’s family. Hugs and Love! Prayers for comfort & peace!
Pat Stotts - Jan 25, 2022
Deb and family. So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers as you go through this time of loss. May God comfort you and give you peace .
Margaret Johnson - Jan 25, 2022
Loved working with her at mtd she was a great lady prayers for the family
Brenda Gayheart Wicker - Jan 25, 2022
So sorry for your loss. Prayers and hugs.
LISA HALE - Jan 25, 2022
SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS SENDING PRAYERS FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY
LISA HALE - Jan 25, 2022
SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS SENDING PRAYERS FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY
Mark Ebbeskotte - Jan 25, 2022
My deepest sympathy to the entire Dye family. May you find comfort in knowing Judy rests in the loving arms of our Lord. I will be lifting you all up in prayer.
Eva Stephens - Jan 25, 2022
My heart breaks for you all, Judy was one of the Best ! prayers for peace and comfort.
Faith (Temple) Abbott - Jan 25, 2022
So very sorry for your loss…you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Mark Gayheart - Jan 25, 2022
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family
Donna Endicott Roof - Jan 25, 2022
Without a doubt your family has lost a great lady. I got to know her when I worked with her at MTD and of course out of MTD at school events. I know this lady will be forever missed. Thoughts are with you all! God Bless.
Martha and Bill Parsons - Jan 24, 2022
Our thoughts and prayers go out to all her family. She was so kind and will be truly missed. My heart truly breaks for Brother Merle. Much love to you all.
Mike and Jan Wade - Jan 24, 2022
So sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers 🙏.
Lorraine cook - Jan 24, 2022
Prayers are with you all,she will be missed,love you all ❤️♥️❤️♥️🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
Debra & Hershel Rowe - Jan 24, 2022
Mommy you were an awesome mother , always thinking of others and looking for the best in everyone. You loved life and enjoyed every game or outdoors activityes, festivals and swimming with your kids and grandkids. You were always there to talk too or give advice. I'm so glad I had a mom like you and the love for your family as I will carry on without you , I will always try keep family close to honor you. I love you and will see you in heaven someday, gone but never forgotten.love ya mommy.
Parthena Gayheart Bartley - Jan 24, 2022
Sorry for your loss. Praying for everyone.
Trisha Fox - Jan 24, 2022
Grandma, you will be greatly missed by your whole family. Thank you for all the support, never missing a game, and never missing a track meet. You were there for the birth of Carter, and I’ll never forget that. You were the heart of our family. I’ll remember all the trips to the pool, and all the memories at your house when we were kids. You loved your family more than anything, and we will miss you until we all get to meet again. Love you grandma!
