Obituary of Judith Blaeser

Judith A. Blaeser, nee Howarth, 61, of Libertyville, passed away August 27, 2013 at her home with her family by her side. She was a lifetime Libertyville resident, attending St. Joseph grade school in Libertyville, Libertyville High School, and University of Wisconsin Whitewater. Judy was a selfless mom who devoted her life to her family and also those in need. She was a successful businesswoman who was one of the first women to hold a managerial position at Baxter. She was a very devoted employee of both Solar Biologicals and Paradigm Diagnostics. Judy had a great sense of humor but above all, she was a best friend to all and will be dearly missed. Judith is survived by her devoted husband Gary of 34 years of marriage; her adoring children Jessica, Jonathan and Ashley; her much loved brother and sister Richard Howarth Jr. and Patricia Jensen. She was preceded in death by her beloved parents Richard Sr. and Gertrude Howarth. Funeral services will be 9:30 AM Saturday August 31 from McMurrough Funeral Chapel, 101 Park Place, Libertyville (Rt. 176, 1 Block East of Milwaukee Ave.) to Saint Joseph Church, 121 East Maple Ave., Libertyville, for Mass at 10:00AM. Visitation will be Friday August 30 from 4:00 - 8:00 PM at the funeral chapel. If desired, memorials made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Memphis TN or Bonnie J Addario Lung Cancer Foundation San Carlos, CA, would be greatly appreciated. For funeral information (847) 362-2626. Please sign the guestbook at libertyvillefuneralhome.com