Judith Ann (Gorak) Edens

Judith Ann Edens

nee Gorak

Hammond, IN

January 19, 1939 – February 14, 2023

Judith A. Edens, age 84, of Hammond entered the presence of the Lord on Tuesday, February 14, 2023.

She is survived by her 2 daughters: Sandra (John) Reid and Paula (Kevin) Callahan; 3 sons: James (Susan) Edens, Jeffery (Kelly) Edens and Darrell Edens; 13 grandchildren: Meredith, Charisse, Alanna, James, Brian, Kimberly, Christopher, Patrick, Caleb, Seth, Darrell, Judith and Amber; 21 great-grandchildren; 1 brother, Jim Gorak and numerous nieces, nephews and friends.

Preceded in death by her husband of 49 years James E. Edens; grandson, Jeffery Edens Jr.; parents: John and Josephine Gorak; 2 sisters: Kathy and Joanie; 2 Brothers: John and Jerry.

Friends are invited to join the family for a time of visitation on Monday, February 20, 2023, from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. at Bocken Funeral Home, 7042 Kennedy Avenue, Hammond IN, 46323. Private cremation will follow.

Judy was a longtime resident of the region, growing up in Calumet City and graduating from TF North High School. She was a nurse for years, before retiring at the age of 72. She loved to read and crochet in her free time but also was a great cook. Judy was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend.

In lieu of flowers, memorials to your favorite charity are encouraged. For more information you may call Bocken Funeral Home at (219)-844-1600, or www.bockenfunerals.com.

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