Judith D. Lallerstedt's Obituary
Judith Lallerstedt of Trinity, FL passed away on May 8th, 2023 at the age of 81. She was the most vivacious 81-year-old in history. Her boundless energy and laugh filled lives with joy. Her zest for life was only matched by her deep love for her family.
She was a loving wife to her husband of 33 years, Lamar Lallerstedt
She was a devoted Mother to her children
• Daughters, Sallie Swinford and Isis Shawver
• Sons in law, David Swinford and Rick Shawver
• Step-son Jeff Lallerstedt
She was an adoring Nani to her grandchildren:
• Kayla Swinford & Anthony Swinford
• Haylee
• Jim & Rachel Shawver
• Ben & Cristina Meyer
Proud Great-grandmother to Obadiah James
Judy loved deeply and would spend hours taking care of her family and friends. She embodied the spirit of generosity by contributing to the poor and helping those in need. Judy loved the Lord with all her heart. She loved His word and loved attending the Church at Odessa. She was deeply involved in all church activities and functions.
Judy had a passion for learning and was an accomplished educator. Judy was well read and loved reading all types of literature. She obtained Bachelors of arts in Journalism from the University of Georgia State 1993. She also completed a Paralegal degree from the National center for paralegal training 1994. Judy was also known for her passion for languages. She spoke Italian, French, Spanish and English. She pursued this passion by earning another Bachelor's degree in Spanish in 1995.
Judy was an energetic and active person that brought fun to any and every event. She participated in an exhaustive list of activities which included: golf, tennis, pickleball, swimming, aerobics, Zumba, gardening, scrapbooking and even belly dancing.
Judy traveled the U.S. and the world with the love of her life, Lamar. Together they visited Georgia, New York, California, Washington State, Montana, & Vancouver. They enjoyed overseas travel to many countries which included England, France, Italy, Croatia, Slovenia, Spain, Chile, & Argentina.
Judy was a remarkable, vivacious, loving woman that lived life to the fullest. She always had a smile and her laughter was contagious. Judy had boundless energy that made life fun. She was the life of any party. She made friends everywhere she went and from all walks of life. Her generous soul touched and changed many lives. Judy will be greatly missed on earth but heaven rejoices at gaining a new angel.
The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake....
Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever."
Psalm 23: 1-3, 6
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