Judith M. Tuma

Judith Marie Tuma, August 3, 1954 – November 12, 2017, daughter, sister, partner, cousin, niece, Aunt Great Aunt and friend of too many to count.

Judy had a heart of gold and was a kind soul. Everyone that knew her loved her. Her generous and giving nature was what made her so special. She was an angel on earth and is now watching over us from above.

Judy started her career in the dental profession working at Case Western Reserve University dental school, the dental clinic at Metro Hospital, and St. Luke’s Hospital as a dental assistant. Judy then became an esthetician and ran a successful facial care business for many years. She reluctantly had to close her business in 2016 when her health started to further decline.
Everyone who knew Judy, knew she was a lover of animals of all kinds. Her wonderful dogs, Jessie and Annie were loves of her life. Her dog, Kimmie stayed by her side, protecting her always through her last day at home.

Judy had a very strong faith and was one of the most faithful individuals many of us have ever known. Her love of Jesus Christ sustained her through her life and her illness. There is no doubt she is smiling down from heaven now. A special thank you to her partner and caregiver, Chuck Heppner, for staying by her side helping and loving her!
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the ALS Association, Northern Ohio Chapter at http://webnoh.alsa.org/site/PageServer?pagename=NOH_2_register, or The Animal Rescue Center of Ohio at http://www.arc-ohio.org/.

A private celebration of life will be held on Saturday, November 18, 2017 at 10:30am for family and close friends at the Body of Christ Church, 38057 Erie Road, Willoughby.