William H. "Billy" Judd
02/17/1947 - 01/16/2024
Mr. William H. “Billy” Judd , age 76 of South Hill, died Wednesday, January 16, 2024 in VCU/Community Memorial Hospital. Billy was a United States Air Force Veteran, worked with Pepsi Cola of Petersburg for twenty years, Century 21 for ten years and Virginia Quilting. He was working part-time at the Virginia Welcome Center in Bracey off of Interstate #85 at the time of his death. Billy loved listening to music and spending time with his family and friends at the beach.
He is survived by his wife of forty-six years, Nell Hofler Judd, two daughters; Carrie J. Wilson and husband Jason of Kenbridge, Annie Judd Wall and husband Anthony of Raceland, KY, his sister Verla Blackwell and husband John of Alberta, four grandchildren; Jacob and Charlotte Wilson of Kenbridge and Addi and Aubrie Wall of Raceland, Ky. and two furry pets Stella and Luther Marie.
A funeral service will be conducted Monday, January 22, 2024 at 2:00 P.M. in South Hill United Methodist Church with burial in Oakwood Cemetery. The family suggest memorial contributions in Billy’s name to YUGO Ministries P. O. Box 1355, Chula Vista, CA. 91912 or The Upper Room ministries, c/o Rick Carroll, 105 Franklin St. South Hill, Va. 23970. Online condolences may be sent through our website, www.crowderhitecrews.com. Crowder-Hite-Crews Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the Judd family.
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So sorry to read of the passing of Billy. I remember him well as a lover of life. May peace be with his family and friends.
I didn’t know Billy personally but I am good friends with Annie and Anthony. I’ve heard many good things about Billy and his kind spirit. I know he will be missed by many. Keeping the family in my prayers
Condolences
Nell, my heart goes out to you n the girls! Thoughts n prayers for you all. I am soo sorry to have heard this! May God always be with y’all for your comfort and healing.❤️🩹 🙏😘
Nell, I am so very sorry to hear about Billy. He was always so nice whenever we saw him over the years. Praying for you and your family. If we can do anything, please let me know.
My heart goes out to Nell, Carrie and Annie and the rest of the family. Billy was simply a great guy and I know he will be missed by all.
Ron
Remembering a man who truly enjoyed life- sending support to his girls and healing thoughts to his family. Nancy and Bagley
Fond Memories
I shared many laughs with Billy at BHS. He was one of the special Brodnax Boys!! What a nice legacy to know that he left people with a smile on our faces. My heartfelt sympathy to his family.
Nell, may you and your entire family find comfort in the love and support of friends and family. Billy certainly was one of a kind, and the world is diminished with his passing. Love and prayers.
Friend
Such a wonderful guy and sweet man. We re-connected thru Facebook after many years. I called and we had a long talk when he was in the hospital a year or so ago. He loved his family. He will truly be missed. Prayers for the family🙏🏻🙏🏻
Condolences
I haven’t seen Billy in years, but remember his kindness and the love for his family. My heart goes out to Nell, Carrie, Annie and the rest of the family. I’m lifting all of you up in prayer for the surpassing peace that only God can deliver.
Mrs.
Billy and I were in school together snd we’re always good friends. He was a good friend to everyone he met. Sending my deepest sympathy to all who loved him so, He will be greatly missed.
Condolences
Sorry to hear this. Prayers and condolences to the family.
Friend
Wow, what a good life ,he really did his part for God ,Country and Family. Always giving a needed smile ,words of encouragement to all. God Bless, Family and friends.
Your mail lady
I was truly saddened to see that Billy departed this life. He always met me with a warm smile and greeting. I always enjoyed seeing him. He seemed like a kind man. I will miss him. I’m so sorry for your loss and will pray for healing of your hearts.
A wonderful friend to me
My sincere sympathy and love to Nell and the girls(daughters). Billy was a good husband, father and my friend. We were classmates many years ago and stayed in touch through many years. I am very sad to lose my friend but know he’s with God now and we will see each other again. I pray for God’s comfort to the family. Billy will be greatly missed.
Alberta VA
Sending prayers and condolences to the family.
He was such a nice guy and could dance like nobody’s business!
Kathyj4christ@msn.com
Billy was a great man . He sure will be missed !Sorry your your loss Nell , Carrie,Annie 🙏🏻🙏🏻
Billy was certainly one of a kind. We had some awesome conversations in the Virginia Quilting days waiting for his truck to get loaded for his weekly trip to South Carolina. I used to beg him to stow me away in the back of the truck. We will miss you Billy.
We do not know the why
we do not know the time
pehaps God needed him home
Blackwell
Can’t believe my brother is gone. Love to his sweet wife Nell and rest of family and friends
Our Sympathies to the Judd family. Rest in Peace Billy ,Friend ,,,..
My deepest condolences to Nell, Carrie, Annie and family. Lifting each of you in prayer during this difficult time.
So very sorry…Billy Judd was one of a kind and will be missed by so many. Prayers for all of the family during this difficult time.