Judith M. Hamstra, 82 of Kouts, passed away Saturday, March 8, 2025. She was born May 3, 1942 in Chicago, IL to the late Robert A. and Ruth Alice (DeVries) Zwart. Judith was a proud farmer’s wife, helping her husband Gene in any way possible and caring for their family. She was very active in the Kouts Community and was a member of Liberty Bible Church. Most will remember Judith for her beautiful flower gardens and landscaping around her home. She also enjoyed golfing, achieving a hole in one. Above all else, Judith cherished spending time with her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren.
On February 24, 1962, Judith married Gene R, Hamstra, Sr. who preceded her in death in 2005. She is survived by her children, Corinna (Alan) Rosenbaum, Gene (Lisa) Hamstra, Joanie (Gary) Grall, and David (Beth) Hamstra; grandchildren, Taylor (Brittney) Rosenbaum, Bailey (Justin) Burge, Tara (Joshua) Cunningham, Grant Hamstra, Calvin and Camille Grall, and Cora and Lilly Hamstra; great grandchildren, Henry and Ryann Rosenbaum, Mackenzie and Hallie Burge, and one on the way; brother, Robert (Wendy) Zwart, and brother-in-law, Wilbert (Peggy) Hamstra.
A Memorial Gathering will be held March 22, 2025 from 9:30-11:00 AM at Valley Baptist Church 255 Rigg Rd., Valparaiso, with a Memorial Service beginning at 11:00 AM. Private burial of ashes will take place at Graceland Cemetery, Kouts. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Oak Grove Retirement Village, DeMotte, IN.
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Judy was one classy lady. Always so sweet whenever we had family get-togethers. Her family loved her fiercely. Rest in eternal peace, Judy. Now with your Gene, who was taken from you much too early. Nothing can separate you again. -Kent & Peggy Rosenbaum
So sorry for your loss. -Ron Witkowski
So sorry to hear the loss of Judy, a godly Child of God. My husband Steve and I grew up in foster care and we deeply appreciated the love and encouragement she and Gene gave to us. She even gave me (Cathy) a job doing odd jobs I think just because she knew I needed the money to go to college. We loved her and Gene dearly and I know she will be greatly missed! Praying you all find peace and comfort in precious memories!! In the Arms of Jesus and see you again one day! -Steve and Cathy Aviles
Thinking of you all and sending up prayers for your family during this difficult journey. You have an angel looking down on you. -Lisa Gawthrop
So sad to hear of Judy’s passing. You are all in my prayers. Loss of a parent is hard. I hope you all have great memories! -Sara (Rommelmann) Whitmer
My prayers are with you. She will be greatly missed by her family, and friends. Been a long time when we were close friends. Still miss her. -Elsie Meiss
My sympathies to the family! I knew Judy from the First Baptist Church. I have fond memories of Judy and Gene hosting swimming parties for the church family yearly with games, activities, and food. Such sweet people who loved and served the Lord! -Jane Witkowski
I remember the sweetest and kindest mama when I went home with my roomy while in college. Judith treated me just like her own and made sure I was comfortable and when she found out I loved asparagus she made sure I had plenty!! Corinna , you and your family will have blessings abundantly from your memories.
Love and Peace. Kimberly Thomas-Leffel
