Judy Bixler

Judy Kay Bixler, 69, of Fort Wayne, Indiana, passed away on February 5, 2026, at Celebrate Senior Living in Fort Wayne. 

The world got a little quieter on February 5, 2026, when Judy K. Bixler decided she’d had enough of this place and headed upstairs—where she is almost certainly already cussing someone out. Born to Edward and Marna Bixler, Judy was also preceded in death by her brother Thomas, who is probably getting an earful right now. She leaves behind her long-term partner Jerry Scheid, brother Bud and sister Ginny, who can confirm she always said exactly what she meant… whether you were ready for it or not.

Judy was known far and wide for her firecracker attitude, her laid‑back charm, and her ability to turn even the simplest moment into a story worth retelling. Before her illness, she loved hanging out with friends and family, beer in hand, laughing, talking, and occasionally stirring the pot just to keep things interesting. She was strong‑willed, independent, and—let’s be honest—a handful in the most entertaining way possible. But she was loved fiercely, and she loved her people right back.

She is survived by her daughters, Stephanie Brown (James) and Sherri Jenkins (Joshua), who inherited at least some of her stubbornness and all of her ability to speak their minds. Her grandchildren—Aaron Lehman, Skylar Hargrave, and Brittany Barr—kept her proud, amused, and occasionally exasperated. Her great‑grandchildren—Ryker, Sophia, Cooper, Cash, Luanne, and one angel baby—gave her endless joy and plenty of stories to brag about.

In her final years, dementia tried to quiet her spirit, but Judy wasn’t having it. She continued telling people off with impressive accuracy, volume, and creativity. If you knew her, you can picture it perfectly.

Judy lived life boldly, honestly, and with a spark that never went out. She will be remembered with laughter, love, and plenty of “Oh, that was SO Judy” moments.

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