With solemn reverence, we commemorate Judith Goetz of East Lansing, Michigan, whose life came to an end on May 30, 2025 at the age of 85, leaving behind cherished memories. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Judith Goetz to show support.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Ora "Bud" Stiffler and Frances Stiffler; her brothers, Robert "Bob" Stiffler (Gloria) and Richard "Dick" Stiffler (Linda); and her children, Christine Gailbreath and Brian Goetz.
She is survived by: her sisters, Jane Zorn (Larry) and Jean Suzor; her close friend Robert "Bob" Goetz; her husband Deacon Bob Goetz; her children, Theresa Micheaux (Andre), Karen Goetz and Greg Goetz (Denise); her daughter-in-law Sandy Goetz; and her grandchildren, Alanna, Jenna, Marie (Ryan), Jackie, Robert, Emily, Julia, John, Jarad (Bryce), Parker, Ian and Brianna. She is also survived by nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, June 10th 2025 from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM and on Wednesday, June 11th 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM. A rosary will be held on Tuesday, June 10th 2025 at 7:00 PM at the Nie Family Funeral Home, Liberty Road Chapel (3767 W Liberty Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48103). A funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, June 11th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the St. Joseph Country Catholic Church (6805 Mast Rd, Dexter, MI 48130). A wake will be held on Wednesday, June 11th 2025 at 7:00 PM.
In lieu of flowers or memorials, the Goetz family asks that donations be made in Judy's name to Capuchin Soup Kitchen, 1820 Mt. Elliott, Detroit, MI 48207.