Judith Brewster

Judith “Judy” A. Brewster, 86, passed away Wednesday, March 18, 2026, under the care of Compassus Hospice at Wellington Assisted Living, Wausau.

She was born March 2, 1940, in Coleman, Mich., daughter of the late Albert and Ardis (Koontz) Riegle. On August 8, 1959, she married her high school sweetheart, Wayne Brewster in Coleman, Mich. He preceded her in death on December 13, 2012.

Judy grew up always having horses and the family spent much of their time moving to different dairy farms, where she embraced the hard work and rewards of renovating and country living. She loved being outdoors, whether mowing the lawn or tending to her many flowers, especially her petunias. Judy and her family took pride in growing their own vegetables and preserving them through canning. She was also a gifted baker, known for her delicious pies that became a favorite among family and friends.

Survivors include her children: Angela (Jim) Kanitz, Lisa (Bruce) Stein, Steven (Dee) Brewster, John (Tonya) Brewster and Amanda (Will) Heiner; brother, Richard (Pat) Riegle; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister, Barbara Davison.

The funeral Mass was celebrated at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at Holy Family Catholic Church, Poniatowski. Rev. Alan Wierzba presided. Burial was in the parish cemetery. Visitation was Wednesday from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service all at Holy Family Catholic Church, Poniatowski.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.petersonkraemer.com.