It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Judith Arlene McGinn (nee Cooper) of St Albert on December 10, 2020 at the age of 70 years.
She will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 48 years Bob McGinn, two beloved daughters Jillian McGinn, and Carrie Gerrard and her only grandson, Brody. She is survived by her two brothers, Rob and his family of Burlington, Rand and his family of Windsor, sister, Dale and her family of Calgary, and many nieces and nephews. As well, a host of loving friends who will remember her infectious laugh, quick wit and her almost permanent smile.
Judy was born in Winnipeg but grew up in Moncton, New Brunswick where she met the love of her life, Bob. She and Bob went on to establish a successful insurance business in St Albert. Upon retirement, they spent their winters in Arizona.
Judy was a kind soul with a deep moral compass. She was compassionate and generous. She was one of a kind.
Cremation has taken place. Due to COVID restrictions, a Memorial Service will be held in the spring or summer of 2021.
In lieu of flowers, Memorial Donations can be made to Judy’s favorite non-profit support group, Inclusion Alberta, 1724 Kingsway NW, Edmonton, AB, T5G 0X5.
Sharon Facette says
Bob, Carrie and Jill: Eugene and I are so saddened to hear about the passing of such a wonderful lady. I will always remember her warmth, her kindness and her incredible support as a friend. She truly was one of a kind and will be missed. Sending hugs to all of you. Please know that we are thinking of you.
Carrie Gerrard says
Thank you so, Sharon. Mom absolutely adored you and would be touched by your message. Biggest hugs, I hope you had your family are doing well. ❤️
Lisa says
Bob, Carrie, Jill, Brody. Our deepest condolences to you guys in a dark time. Sending healing prayers, and comforting hugs towards your ways.
Xoxo
Lisa facette
Carrie Gerrard says
Thank you so much, Lisa. ❤️
Jeri Featherley says
Bob and family,
Sincerest sympathies for your loss of Judy. Prayers an healing thoughts as you bear your unimaginable grief.
Jeri (Rotary).
James Kazoleas says
Dear Spanky and family,
Please accept our heartfelt condolences at the time of your loss. May your memories keep the connection forever.
Your brother in Rotary with love,
Kim Bugera says
Bob and family,
My heart breaks for you at the loss of this lovely lady. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Deepest condolences.
Kim Bugera, Peter Laansoo, Keira and Jackson
Don & Leslie Macadam says
Dear Bob,
Our deepest sympathy & condolences goes out to you & your family for your loss of Judy. We will always remember her with her infectious laugh & great sense of humour. Her quick adaptation to do imitations related to people was always very entertaining & accurate.
She will be truly missed by all.
Your friends,
Don & Leslie Macadam
Carrie Gerrard says
Thanks so much. Mom would be so touched to hear from you. I know you were close friends and I know Mom cared for you both very much. ❤️
Cheryl Vivian says
Carrie & Jill,
I just read about your Mom in the Gazette today. I’m sorry to hear that she has passed away. Hope you both know I’m thinking about you and praying for you and the family during this time. (((Virtual Hugs))) Wish it could have been in person though.
Carol and Doug Campbell says
Please accept our heartfelt condolences on your loss.
Shawna Gawreluck says
Dear Bob,
We are so, sorry to hear of Judy’s passing. Our thoughts are with you and your family.
Shawna & Mike Gawreluck (Rotary)
Bernie Folk says
Dear Bob & family, We are very saddened to read about the loss of your dear wife & mother, Judy! We hope your fondest memories will bring you comfort & strengthen you during this difficult time!
You are in our thoughts & prayers & offer you our sincerest sympathy, Doug & Bernie Folk. ❤️🙏❤️
Mary O'Neill says
Bob and family, I was saddened to read of Judy’s passing. Please accept my condolences and my prayers for you. May Judy Rest In Peace and may you find strength in happy memories. Mary O’Neill
Herb Schlotter says
Bob and Family
Susan and I are so sorry to learn of Judy’s passing. We trust that all of your memories of happier times will help to sustain you through this very difficult time.
Herb & Susan Schlotter
Brian Lesyk says
Dear Bob, Jillian and Carrie
I am so sorry to hear about Judys’ passing.
She will always be a very special lady and, even though life has taken us all in different directions over the past years, Judy has always had a special place in my heart since our Scuba Diving trip to Australia over 30 years ago.
It has been a privilege and an honour too know that………Judy McGinn was a friend of mine.
My deepest condolences and love to your family. 💐
Brian
Linda Andrews says
I am so sorry for your loss. I have such wonderful memories of our time in St. Albert, our progressive dinners, our bowling group. She was a wonderful friend with a heart of good. Sending our thoughts to you all Bob, Carrie, Jill, Brody and your entire family. ❤️
Linda Andrews says
I am so sorry for your loss. I have such wonderful memories of our time in St. Albert, our progressive dinners, our bowling group. She was a wonderful friend with a heart of gold. Sending our thoughts to you all Bob, Carrie, Jill, Brody and your entire family. ❤️
Andrea Holmberg - Fairfield Watson Inc says
Our deepest condolences in this sad time. You are in our thoughts.
Kind regards,
Scot Wallace says
Sending our love and condolences to everyone who no longer has this angel amongst us. A beautiful soul gone way too soon. Thank you for being so wonderful to me. Love you always Judy.
Christina Grandish says
Dear Bob and family,
Very saddened to hear about the news of Judy’s passing. She was a wonderful lady who would light up any room she entered. My deepest sympathies during this difficult time.
Rob and Louise McGinn says
Dear Bob, Carrie, Jill and family!
Louise and I extend our sincere condolences at the passing of Judy, wife and partner in love, mother, grandmother.
Carrie!! Your sharing of music selections with your Mom was a beautiful, loving way to comfort and share with her in her final days.
My big regret is that we have never met any of the western McGinns with the exception of Uncle Robert Malcolm and Doug who visited us in Toronto when I was an undergrad, about 1967.
Tom Steele says
Dear Bob and family,
I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. I am thinking of you and your family in this terribly difficult time.
Take care, my friend.
Tom
Wendy McDonald says
Bob, Jill & Carrie,
I am so deeply sorry for your loss. There are no words that are sufficient but please know I am sending love and hugs your way.
I hope you will reach out if you need anything at all.
Sincerely,
Wendy
Allison lecavalier (macadam) says
Bob, Carrie and Jill,
I have been thinking about you all and send my sincere condolences for your loss .
Milden Greif says
Dear Bob and family,
Sending you my deepest sympathy on the loss of Judy. I will remember her as a kind lady who had a wonderful sense of humour and she will be truly missed.
Sincerely,
Milden Greif
Gerald Telidetzki says
On behalf Steel-Craft and my self, we are saddened on your loss and send our condolences.