Judith Ann Hoeve

    Judith "Judy" Ann Hoeve, age 78, of St. Johns, MI, passed away Tuesday, March 24, 2026, and went straight into the arms of her Heavenly Father.
    A Graveside Service will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at Eureka Cemetery, Eureka, MI, with Pastor Rick Lopez officiating. Immediately following the graveside service, a memorial service will be held at 11:30 A.M. at Resurrection Life Church, St. Louis, MI.
    Judy was born in Owosso, MI on July 28, 1947. She was the daughter of Charles Robert and Barbara Ann (Kratz) Langlois. She graduated from Rodney B. Wilson High School.  On November 16, 1970, she married the love of her life, Larry Hoeve, at Eureka Congregational Church. They enjoyed many years vacationing the Colorado mountains and southern United States.
    Judy worked for Sealed Power for over 30 years until retirement. She went on to work for Jim's Amish Structures for another 20 years until her actual retirement. In her free time, she enjoyed raising her chickens and spending time with her dogs Shelby and Huckleberry.
    Family was very important to Judy. She cherished her time with kids, grandkids, and great-grandkids alike. Her church family was very important to Judy as well. She was a part of numerous prayer groups in the area, and practiced her devotion to Jesus Christ daily.
    She is survived by her children: Wayne (Diane) Hoeve, and Jamey Hoeve; sister Barbara Hayes; grandchildren: Kyle Hoeve, Jamison (Jessica) Hoeve, Kaleb Hoeve, and Alexis (Tom) Brosnahan. Great-grandchildren: Ryder, Cecil, Landon, and Waylon; brother-in-law Darrell, (Pamela) Hoeve; many nieces and nephews; extended family members: Dianna Lynne, Eunice VanElls, Jenna, Bailey, and Morgan; and her beloved dog Huckleberry.  Judy was preceded in death by her beloved husband Larry; her parents; brother Lee Langlois; half-sister Penny Watson; sister-in-law Linda Langlois; mother-in-law Alice Hoeve; and father-in-law George Hoeve.
    On Judy's passing from this Earth, she praised Jesus with her last breath. She will always be remembered for her warm smile and loving heart.
    In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Judy's honor may be made to Compassion International.  Online condolences can be sent to www.smithfamilyfuneralhomes.com. The family is being served by Smith Family Funeral Homes - Osgood Chapel, St. Johns, Michigan.