Judith E. “Judy” Tarr Austin, age 75, of Ada, passed away on Sunday, October 4, 2026, at Vancrest of Ada.

She was born on December 4, 1950, in Lima, Ohio, to Charles Jones and Jean (Davis) Gilbert. Her father, Charles, mother, Jean and stepfather, James Gilbert, all preceded her in death.

Judy is survived by her son and daughter: James (Ashley Williams) Tarr of Lima and Jennifer Zebrowski of Mentor; seven grandchildren: Kara, Elana, Meghan, Jacob, Braden, Hunter and Hayden; a brother, Vic (Carol) Jones of Ada; two sisters: Sue (Mike) Bell of Sarasota, FL and Jane (Ron) Parsons of Ada; loving companion, Jack Rex; and several nieces and nephews.

Judy retired from St. Rita’s Medical Center, Lima, working in the Labor & Delivery Ward as a registered nurse. She was a member of the Columbus Grove VFW Post Women’s Auxiliary. Judy was a loving mother and grandmother.

A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, November 14, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00  p.m.  at Hanson-Neely-Allison Funeral & Cremation Services, Ada.

Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice.