Judy K. Sweany, 78, of Rochester, was surrounded by her loving family when she passed away peacefully at 1:00 AM on Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at Woodlawn Hospital.

On May 23, 1946, Judith Kay Shambarger was born in Rochester to Lewis Noah and Betty Lou Russell Shambarger. Growing up she shared her childhood with a brother, Steve. Proudly she graduated with the Class of 1964 from Rochester High School.

In the early years Judy worked at Shultz Brothers Dime Store. Most will remember her as the manager of the concession stand at City Park Men's Softball Diamond. She greeted her customers with a radiant smile, always serving the best popcorn around.  She also managed the office of Yeazel Tire Shop where friends gathered to enjoy a handful of peanuts and great conversation.

In her free time Judy could be seen relaxing at the Eagles or Legion playing BINGO for the win!  She liked game shows and garage sales.  As a Grandma, Judy loved following the grands activities, sporting events and school programs.

Left to cherish Judy's memory are a daughter, Theresa Dovich and husband Ken "Pogo";  a son, Brian Sweany and wife Becky; longtime friend, Tom Golden, all of Rochester; five grandchildren: Jayme Jackson and companion Johnny Smith, Kyle Jackson and wife Madison, Payton Dovich and companion Paige Gentile, Madison Bauer, Josselin Sweany; eleven great-grandchildren: Makenna, Kenlee, Wyatt, Holland, Parker, Hudson, Addison, Alivia, Waylon, Brooks, Ren; sister-in-law, Beth Shambarger and her son Craig and wife Carrie.

Preceding Judy in death are her parents and brother Steve Shambarger.

A celebration of the life of Judith K. Sweany will be at 10:00 AM on Saturday, January 18, 2025, with graveside services at the IOOF Cemetery, Rochester.