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Obituary

Judith Joanne (Hanrahan) Young passed away peacefully on Friday, December 26, 2025. Known to most as Judy, she was born to Lois (Johnson) and James Hanrahan in Sterling, Illinois, on January 29, 1942.

Judy married the love of her life, Gerald Young, on August 12, 1961, in Rock Falls, Illinois. Together, they built a home filled with laughter, music, sports, and unconditional love. Judy is survived by her husband Gerald (Jerry) Young, Rochelle, IL; daughter …

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I remember Judy for her contagious smile and as a 4-H leader in Ogle County. She was a spec…
I remember Judy for her contagious smile and as a 4-H leader in Ogle County. She was a special lady who always seeme…

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Born

January 29th, 1942
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Got married to Gerald Young

August 12th, 1961
Rock Falls, IL
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Had a child, Jodi Burton

November 8th, 1962
Oregon, IL

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Cause of death

Cancer

Method of disposition

Cremation

Serenity Hospice and Home
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Judith "Judy" Young