Judy Ann Jacobson
October 12, 1942 ~ March 15, 2024
Born in:
Lemmon, South Dakota
Resided in:
Fargo, North Dakota
Judy’s service will be livestreamed below shortly before it begins:
Judy Jacobson, 81, Fargo, passed away at home Friday, March 15, 2024.
Judy A. Thyberg Jacobson was born October 12, 1942, in Lemmon, South Dakota. She grew up in Fargo, graduating from Shanley High School in 1960. Then in 1964 she completed a BS in Nursing from Mary College in Bismarck and began her lifelong dedication to the care of others. Her care experience eventually included a certification in massage therapy in later years.
Locally she had worked for Fraser, Hospice of the Red River Valley, and the Roger Maris Cancer Center as well as managing her own home-based business, Vitality Massage.
Judy was especially proud of the time she’d spent in the Peace Corps in 1966 when stationed in Thailand. She continued to be an adventuresome traveler throughout her life, visiting all 50 states and dozens of countries spanning nearly all continents. Some of her favorite frequented destinations were Norway and Australia. More than this, Judy was an avid walker and talker, she enjoyed doing puzzles and playing board games, and was a long-time choir member at her beloved Nativity Catholic Church. She created an active, vibrant life for herself over the years and was surrounded by a wonderful circle of friends who reflected back all the love she put out in the world.
Judy is survived by children, Tanna Rae (Erik) Wagner; Todd (Laura Bice) Thyberg; and Travis Thyberg; grandchildren, Andrew (Taylor) Wagner, Allie (Jason) Burke; 2 great-grandchildren; and the many loving friends she also considered to be family.
In lieu of flowers, Judy would suggest a contribution to the American Heart or Cancer Associations dedicated in her memory or do a random act of kindness for a stranger.
Memorial Mass: 2:00 P.M. Tuesday, March 26, 2024, at Nativity Catholic Church, Fargo, with visitation starting at 1:00 P.M. The service will also be live-streamed by Boulger Funeral Home if you’re unable to attend for any reason.
Interment: Holy Cross Cemetery North, Fargo.
Services
Memorial Service - Tuesday: March 26, 2024 2:00 pm
Nativity Catholic Church, Fargo
1825 S 11th St.
Fargo , North Dakota 58103
(701) 232-2414
https://www.nativitycatholicchurch.net/
Visitation - Tuesday: March 26, 2024 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Nativity Catholic Church, Fargo
1825 S 11th St.
Fargo , North Dakota 58103
(701) 232-2414
https://www.nativitycatholicchurch.net/
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May God grant Judy, eternal joy and peace. Judy was in our Shanley graduating class 1960. As our lives went different directions after graduation it wasn’t until I returned to Fargo a few years ago that we connected again. I missed her Sunday morning at mass because she’s usually in the choir. I was shocked to hear on Monday that she should gone to God. We were often companions at Sunday coffee and rolls to catch up on what was going on in our lives. Judy was a woman with a really loving heart and I will miss our visits. Peace.
Judy was a good friend. I was a massage client of hers for many years. She helped me relax and enjoy life after the passing of my Dad and my husband. She made me laugh with some of her stories and adventures. We had lunch together often and loved that we had the same name. Rest in peace, Judy.
Art & Carol Schmitz
Judy was a classmate and friend. Not only through massage but several luncheons and dinners. She will be missed. Eternal rest grant to her LORD
Judy was a Shanley High school classmate of ours. She was an avid walker, a devoted member of Nativity Church choir, a very hard worker, had a love of traveling and was very resilient and strong. She was a good woman! We will miss her annual Christmas letter detailing her many activities throughout the year.
She will be missed. Thankful for her friendship
Tanna, Todd, Travis and Families, I extend to you our sympathy surrounding the death of Judy. I am not sure that God will be able to hold her spirit in check but will have prepared great plans for her. Judy was adventurous. She had little fear of the unknown. She allowed her life to be so fluid, that her accomplishments were not readily realized. What a gift. Judy loved life, traveling, and her children. We always talked about our children when she called me or I her. Judy was gregarious! She loved to visit, ask questions, challenge your thoughts and explore postulated ideas. As a colleague and friend, we maneuvered many challenges while working together at “the clinic.” Thank you, Todd, for calling me upon her death. It is our wish for you, Tanna, Travis and your family to find solace in the many, many memories Judy created for you. As I have previous commitments, Wayne and I extend our sincere condolences to you. We will watch the service via the live stream posting. A memorial donation will be made in her honor to the American Heart Association, a favorite organization of ours as well.
Judy broke the mold of what was possible in Peace Corps by being the first pregnant volunteer admitted to Thailand Group 14, or any Peace Corps assignment for that matter. She was out front, courageous, helpful, friendly, caring, jolly, no nonsense gal, with her eye on the bigger picture, of being of service. A beautiful human being.
Dear Tanna, Todd, Travis and families,
We were shocked and saddened to learn of Judy’s sudden, unexpected death.
We send our love and sympathy to all of you as you gather in Fargo.
May the sharing of “happy memories” of your Mother and Grandmother quickly come to mind and sustain you in the difficult days and weeks ahead.
With sympathy, love and friendship,
Gloria and John Brunner
We will gratefully be there with you on Tuesday via livestream.
Sorry for the loss of your mom, Judy Jacobson.
It is our hope that as you celebrate the memories of your mom, Judy Jacobson that found memories are shared
I believe we spoke with Judy on the phone right before she passed. We visited about her plans regarding schedules with doctors and Gene’s upcoming appointments at the cardiologist.
Gene and I see Judy’s passing as one step into her eternal life .
Our hearts are with you. We moved from Southern California to Northern California
We are living among boxes and clutter . We would come but not able to with our move
Gene and Jan Jacobson
for the loss of your mom; grandmother and auntie . Was so shocked & saddened to hear
of her passing. Judy was such a loving caring faith filled soul who gave of herself to so many.
I had the privilege to meet with her on occasion for coffee /lunch /chatter as well enjoyed taking
in some of the Women’s Conferences in Fargo. Always loved her sense of humor and talk of
her colorful life experiences abroad in her volunteer missions Se sure took a deep bite of life .
She will missed by so many Especially the Nativity choir , her clients and many friends May she now be singing with her mom in heaven with Gods Angel choir. Rip dear friend
It brings me great comfort knowing that she is resting in eternal peace with our beloved parents, Bev and Art.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow.
Deb & I sang in the Nativity choir with Judy for many years. When we would visit the last few years, Judy was the last one standing of the “old” choir member! It was always great to see her. Great memories from our Choir days. She was a very faithful member and our prayers go out to all!
I knew Judy briefly as coworkers at Costco. I was a retired nurse and enjoyed her stories of the Vietnam Nam era, Peace Corp and traveling though Europe with small children. I wish I had known her longer! 🙏