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Judith Niederhofer Obituary
Oct 31, 1945 - Jan 19, 2025
Sandusky
Judith L. Niederhofer, 79, residing in Sandusky, passed away Sunday, January 19, 2025 at The Meadows at Osborn Park after a brief illness.
Judy was born October 31, 1945, in Cleveland to the late George and Ruth (Payne) Bruick.
Judy graduated from Sandusky High School in 1963. Judy worked at Good Samaritan Hospital, Memorial Hospital, and Firelands Regional Medical Center as a respiratory therapist before returning to Ford Motor Company in 1989. She retired from Ford working in the benefits division after many years of service. Judith was a member of Zion Lutheran Church. She was an amazing musician and shared her love of music with her children and grandchildren. She loved to entertain family and friends with her cooking and was an exceptional hostess. She loved to garden, was an avid reader, and loved to travel with Europe being her favorite.
Judy is survived by her daughter, Heather (Sam) O'Dor; her sons, James "JD" Niederhofer and Jamin Niederhofer; her grandchildren, Jayne O'Dor and Derek Niederhofer; her sister-in-law, Sandra Niederhofer White; and special friend, Tom Surdyk.
It was Judy's wish to be cremated. Private family services will take place. Groff Funeral Homes & Crematory is assisting the family with arrangements.
Those wishing to contribute to Judy's memory may do so to Humane Society of Erie County, 1911 Superior Street Sandusky, Ohio 44870.
Condolences may be shared online at www.grofffuneralhomes.com.
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Steve Springer
January 24, 2025
Judy was a vivacious classmate! Very lively and entertaining. Often gave me a bearhug until I surrendered to her superiority! We will all miss her!!
Carol Morrow
January 24, 2025
I worked with Judy at the Sandusky plant. She was always smiling and had nice things to say. May she rest in peace. Prayers and hugs to her family.
Sandra White
January 23, 2025
You were the sister that my parents never gave me. I will love you forever. Thank you for all that you did for me, you never asked for anything in return. I will never forget you. Say hi to mom and dad for me.
Bob Bruni
January 23, 2025
Heather, JD, and Jamin I am sorry to hear about your loss. May your mom rest in peace.
Bob Bruni
January 23, 2025
Judy, JD, Jamin I am sorry to hear about your mother. May she rest in peace.
Charla Krebs Sage
January 23, 2025
Judy was a fabulous person. You always knew Judy would tell you actual facts and ideas. She would research her findings and was a straight forward person. She had great humor and could make you laugh in a minute. She thought the world of her kids. Great co worker at the hospital.
Heather O´Dor
January 23, 2025
My beautiful mother. Thank you for my beautiful life.
Mark P Cullen
January 23, 2025
RIP Judy. It was a pleasure to work with you!!
Arlene Thompson
January 21, 2025
Deepest sympathies to the family of a lifelong friend.
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