Judith E. Van Ess, 81, of Sheboygan, went to her Heavenly Home, peacefully
surrounded by her loving family, on Tuesday, June 13, 2023, at Sharon S.
Richardson Community Hospice.
Judy was born on May 8, 1942, to Walter and Esther (Boldt) Neubeck in
Milwaukee. She was a graduate of Oostburg High School. Judy was united in
marriage to Stuart Van Ess on November 25, 1961, in Oostburg. He preceded her
in passing in 2008.
Judy was a member of Bethel Orthodox Presbyterian Church in Oostburg, where
she served as a part of the funeral luncheon committee, Rebekah’s Society, and
taught Sunday School with Stuart.
Judy enjoyed reading, cooking, baking, and going for drives. She could instantly
become friends with anyone. Judy was witty, clever, and generous to those around
her. She had a strong faith and hope in Christ Jesus and what was to come.
Judy is survived by her children, Lori Van Ess Kelly of Port Washington, Jim (Lily)
Van Ess of Washington, Jeff (Janet) Van Ess of Menomonee Falls, Lisa (Bill) Falcon
of Elkhorn; 10 grandchildren, Eric, Megan (Brian), Chelsey (Erik), Nick (Casey),
Joshua, Kristin, Alex, Jake (Erica), Max, and Mitchell; and 4 great-grandchildren and
one on the way. She is further survived by her sisters, Joan Heinen of Sheboygan
and Joyce (Karl) Hiester of Pennsylvania; nieces, nephews, other relatives, and
friends.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Stuart; grandson, Aaron Van Ess;
parents; brother, James (Diane) Neubeck; and brother-in-law, Duane Heinen.
A funeral service to celebrate Judy’s life will be held at Bethel OPC on Thursday,
June 22, 2023, at 1:00pm. The funeral is able to be viewed by visiting
wenig.live/JudyVanEss. Judy will be laid to rest next to Stuart at Oostburg
Cemetery.
Relatives and friends may greet the family at church from 11:00am until the time
of service.
In lieu flowers, memorials are appreciated in Judy’s name to Bethel OPC.
Judy’s family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the staff of Sharon S.
Richardson Community Hospice.
For online condolences and additional information please visit www.wenigfh.com.
The Wenig Funeral Home of Oostburg (920-564-2771) is serving the family with
arrangements.
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