Beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, January 31, 2021, at Covenant HealthCare – Cooper. She was 73 years old. Judith Ann Gardner was born on March 10, 1947, in Saginaw, Michigan to the late Clarence and Leona (Chambers) Gardner. Judi was a proud 1966 graduate of Arthur Hill High School. She married the love of her life, Richard D. Klaumann on November 24, 1972, in Saginaw; he survives her. Judi was employed as a bookkeeper for many years with Consumers Energy. Judi enjoyed sewing, especially making blankets. She found peace and tranquility working in her garden. Judi was the family genealogist, using her inquisitiveness, curiosity, and patients to solve the mysteries of her families past. Above all, Judi loved and cherished her family. She will forever be remembered for her selflessness to all, for her loving and caring heart, and for just being a profound and priceless wife, mother, and grandmother.
Surviving are her husband, Richard D. Klaumann of Saginaw; two daughters: April Baase of Saginaw; Amie Spraggins of Bay City; six grandchildren: Dean Klaumann, Montana Klaumann, BettyAnn Klaumann, Michael (Brittany) Spraggins, Adam Spraggins, and Janie Spraggins; great-grandson, Donnie Spraggins; two brothers: Howard (Debbie) Gilbert of Bay City; Richard Gilbert of Saginaw. Also surviving are many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.
She was preceded in death by a sister-in-law, Linda Gilbert.
Honoring Judi’s wishes cremation has taken place. Please share your thoughts and memories through www.casefuneralhome.com.
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