Judith Jackson Stuut, age 90, passed away at Park Village Pines, on October 1, 2026, surrounded by loved ones. She was born in Lansing, MI, on January 2, 1936, the daughter of the late Robert and Elinor (Jackson) Lyon. Judith was a woman of strength, independence, grace and love. She was outgoing and confident, with a beautiful gift for making friends. To know Judy was to love her, and she will be deeply missed. On December 11, 1954, she married David Stuut. They made their home in Southwest Michigan and began raising a family. She worked hard for the Western Michigan University Athletic Department. She attended First Presbyterian Church and always had faith in the Lord’s goodness. She stayed active and was artistic and talented. She enjoyed the game of golf, spent many summer days at Ridgeview Golf Course where she was a member and played in several leagues. She also took time to enjoy the simple things in life, was fond of puzzles, the occasional ice cream sundae and a good Harlequin romance novel. Judith and David wintered in Arizona, and she always looked forward to returning to see friends there. Above all, Judith loved her family. She was especially proud of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Judith’s smile, laughter and love will be missed, and she leaves behind the legacy of a life well lived. She was preceded in passing by her husband, David Stuut; son, Steve Stuut; sister, Penny Lyon; sister-in-law, Helen (Leslie) Greene. She is survived by her son, Dave (Maryette) Stuut Jr.; five grandchildren, Neil (Carley) Stuut, Emily (Zenas Dass) Stuut, Bryant (Kyra) Stuut, Jordan (Joe) Dudash; Rachel (David) Snyder; great-grandchildren, Addison, Maddox and Maximus Stuut, Gracie Dass, Monroe, Oakland and Ellie Stuut, Olivia and Emilia Dudash, Lyla, Ginny, Annabelle, and Mary Snyder; sister, Maury (Dick) Reed; sister-in-law, Carol (Ann Lauderdale) Stuut; many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.