Judith “Judy” Ann Gamache

Judith “Judy” Ann Gamache, 82, Altoona, passed away peacefully, Tuesday, May 27, 2025.

Born Sept. 28, 1942, in Eau Claire, Judy was a lifelong resident of the area.

She graduated from Regis High School, then earned a degree in education from UW-Eau Claire.

Judy taught at Immaculate Conception School.

She married Robert John Gamache, Dec. 30, 1965. They raised four wonderful, supportive children.

Judy will be remembered for her gentle spirit, her unwavering love of family and friends, and her profound dedication to her faith and community. An avid quilter and gardener, Judy’s beautiful creations grace the homes of many, a testament to her talent and generosity.

She is survived by her husband of nearly 60 years – Robert; her children – Jennifer (Bruce) Linn, Paul (Janice) Gamache, Susan (Terry) Cornish and David (Kristen) Gamache; her 11 grandchildren – Maria (Isaac) Linn-Evans, Alex Cornish, Christopher (Chelsea) Cornish, Jillian (Zack) Katsel, Jason Linn, Timothy (Allison) Cornish, Molly Gamache, Daniel (Erin) Cornish, Xavier Gamache, Amelia Gamache and Phoebe Gamache; and her siblings – Larry (Faith) McCaghy, Rick (Betty) McCaghy and Jeannie McCaghy.

A visitation to honor Judy’s life will be held Thursday, July 24, at 10 a.m., at St. Raymond of Peñafort Catholic Church in Fall Creek, followed by a funeral Mass at 11 a.m. A lunch reception will follow the service.

Judy will be laid to rest at the Holcombe Cemetery. Thank you to the Classic Memory Care staff, for their care and compassion.

Memorials can be made to Regis Catholic Schools, the Alzheimer’s Association or the Lake Holcombe Food Pantry.

Borton-Leiser Funeral Home in Cornell, is assisting with arrangements.