"I just wanted to express my condolences, I didn't know Tracy, but I heard the national news all week here in Californa and my heart hurts for the family. My God comfort you always. "
In loving memory of
Tracy Lynn and Deja Renee Judd
December 3, 2009
Middleton -- Tracy Lynn Judd, age 33, and her beautiful daughter, Deja Renee, 23 months, died unexpectedly on Thursday, December 3, 2009. Tracy graduated from Verona High School and was currently attending MATC. She had many passions in life, including baking, biking, music, dancing, gardening and being a renaissance woman. She was a health and wellness healer who enjoyed sports. She was a proud soccer mom, who played and coached as well. Tracy's greatest joy was being a mother and passionate family member. Tracy was a friend to all and loved the Lord. Beautiful Deja was our Christmas Angel, a real gift from God, and the sparkle of everyone's eye. She loved singing and dancing with her big sisters and gave the greatest hugs. Deja knew sign language, loved to write and draw, being outdoors, and playing with other children. Tracy and Deja are survived by their daughters and sisters, Kayla and Stephanie; parents and grandparents, Jan, Diane and Wendell; sister and aunt, Lisa (Jimmie); step-brothers and uncles, Michael and Noel (Pam); step-sister and aunt, Melanie; and lifelong devoted friend, Sunny (Rick). They are also survived by Aleshia, Chad, Sydney, Brandon, Nicholas and Judd; and numerous cousins, aunts, uncles and friends. A visitation will be held from 3 until 8 p.m. on Tuesday, December 8, 2009 at CRESS FUNERAL HOME, 3610 Speedway Road, Madison. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, December 9, 2009 at ST. JAMES LUTHERAN CHURCH, 427 S. Main Street, Verona. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made "In Memory of Tracy and Deja" to Domestic Abuse Intervention Services (DAIS), PO Box 761, Madison, WI 53701. Tracy and Deja were a blessing to and will be dearly missed by their abundant family and friends.
Tributes
"Stephanie, Kayla, Jan, Diane, Wendell and Lisa- Tracy, Sunny and I were all friends in high school and I will forever remember all the fun and crazy times that we had especially with the "prom shoes" and "brownies" in Sunny's kitchen. Tracy always knew how to make people laugh and had a contagious smile. I, along with many others, was very shocked and saddened at the loss of Tracy and Deja. I know that during this difficult and tragic time words just don't seem to be enough, but perhaps the memories that we all have with Tracy and Deja will bring comfort. On behalf of myself, my family and the Verona Area High School Class of 1994, I would like to express our deepest sympathies. Tracy and Deja will forever be in our thoughts, prayers and most importantly in our hearts. "
"To a loving God fearing family, may God keep his loving arms of care around you. I do not know anyone in the family but I did follow the news and I understand what you are going through. This kind of thing happen to my family two years ago. I was compelled to leave a note because I have been where you are. The notes family, friends, co-workers, and other people wrote helped to heal our family. We will never have the answer to "why" this had to happen but we do known that God loves us. God loves and cares for you. Stay blessed and keep the faith. I do not believe we will ever get over it but with God we can get through it. God's love on the family."
"I would like to express my heartfelt condolences to your family dealing with the loss of Tracy and Deja. I am a neighbor who lives a couple subdivisions away and I first met Tracy and Deja earlier this year at the park near their home. Each time I saw Tracy I was struck by what a beautiful, kind, caring person she was. Tracy and I were the same age and she was so friendly and easy to talk to. She spoke proudly of her twin daughters and how she enjoyed being home with her children. Deja was a little ray of light. I vividly remember Tracy following Deja around as she explored the park after just learning to walk. Tracy was a wonderful mother and Deja was such a sweet child. May God provide you with comfort during this difficult time. Your loved ones will never be forgotten."
"Dear Diane,Wendall and Jan You have my sincerest condolences for your losses. I'm shocked!!! Tina e-mailed me to inform me of what happened. Thoughts and prayers for all of you and your whole families. Please let me know if there's anything I can do. I'm all the way in New Mexico now. Sorry I can't be there to give you my condolences but my heart goes out to you all. Take care and if you need someone to talk to feel free to call. GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMLIES SHIRLEY & DAN FLEUTER"
"My heart goes out to all of Deja & Tracy's family. Many years have come and gone since I last seen or spoke with Tracy but I have some very nice memories of her and many of her family members. I will keep you all in my prayers and thoughts. May Tracy and her beautiful daughter Deja rest in peace. God Bless you all!"
"So beautiful and such a tragic loss. I remember always seeing younger pics of Tracy when I was at cousin Jan's. Always a bright smile in every pic. God bless Deja and Tracy. May they always live forever in our hearts. XOXOXOXOX"
"I am deeply saddened by the loss of Tracy and her gorgeous daughter Deja. I am holding your family and friends, especially Kayla and Stephanie (with whom she spoke fondly of in class), in my thoughts and prayers. She was a wonderful woman and I can tell she was an amazing mother. May these beautiful and precious angels guide us...until we meet them again. If tomorrow starts without me, and I'm not there to see. If the sun should rise and find your eyes all filled with tears for me I wish so much you wouldn't cry the way you did today. While thinking of the many things we didn't get to say. I know how much you love me, As much as I love you, and each time that you think of me, I know you'll miss me too; But when tomorrow starts without me, Please try to understand, that an angel came and called my name, And took me by the hand And said my place was ready, in heaven far above, And that I'd have to leave behind all those I dearly love. But as I turned to walk away, A tear fell from my eye, For all my life, I'd always thought, I didn't want to die. I had so much to live for, So much left yet to do, it seemed almost impossible, that I was leaving you. I thought of all the yesterdays, the good ones and the bad, I thought of all that we had shared, and all the fun we had. If I could relive yesterday, just even for a while, I'd say good-bye and kiss you and maybe see you smile. But then I fully realized, that this could never be, for emptiness and memories, would take the place of me. And when I thought of worldly things, I might miss come tomorrow, I thought of you, and when I did, my heart was filled with sorrow. But when I walked through heaven's gates, I felt so much at home. When God looked down and smiled at me, From His great golden throne, He said, "This is eternity, and all I've promised you." Today your life on earth is past, but here life starts anew. I promise no tomorrow, but today will always last, and since each day is the same way, there's no longing for the past. You have been so faithful, so trusting and so true. Though there were times you did some things, you knew you shouldn't do. But you have been forgiven, and now at last you're free. So won't you come and take my hand, and share my life with me So when tomorrow starts without me, don't think we're far apart, for every time you think of me, I'm right here, in your heart. - Author Unknown ....rest in peace sweet angels, rest in peace."
"We are so saddened by the loss of Tracy and Deja and wish to express our condolenses to Stef and Kayla and the rest of the family. You all will be in our hearts and prayers."
"I would like to tell the family of Tracy that I am so sorry for your loss. I have many fond memories of Tracy and Lisa and Jan. My deepest sympathy to you all. Pam"
"Even though Tracy and Jason were divorced, Tracy remained a very important part of our lives and she will be missed. Deja was a delight. My deepest sympathies go out to my granddaughters on the loss of their Mom and their much loved little sister. All of her family and friends will be in my thoughts and prayers. I'm sure Ken is looking forward to welcoming them and sharing memories. "
"We all send our deepest sympathy and prayers. Our hearts go out to you at this heartbreaking time. Sincerely, Jose and Cathi DeLao (Madison) Pam (DeLao) Massari (Florida), Betty, Rod and all the DeLao's in LaCrosse "