Judith Ann Summers

Judith Ann (Judy) Summers, devoted follower of Christ, and loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, died at home after a long illness on Wednesday, January 19^th. Her beloved husband of almost 63 years, Larry D. Summers, was with her at the time of her passing. Judy was 82 years old.

Judy was born on January 24^th, 1939 in Lafayette, IN, the second child of Kenneth and Jeannette Spiker. She spent her entire childhood in Lafayette and graduated from Lafayette Jefferson High School before heading off to Indiana University, where she was a member of the Tri-Kappa sorority. In January of 1959 she married “the man of her dreams,” Larry D. Summers of Clarks Hill, IN. Together they had 4 children, whom they raised in Brownsburg, Indiana before moving, in retirement, to Zionsville, IN.

Judy’s first love was Jesus. She devoted herself to the study of the Bible, to prayer, and to conforming her life to His love. This was the source of her kindness, her sweet and joyful spirit, her generosity toward others, and her devotion to family and friends – and she was deeply devoted to her family and friends. Judy loved unreservedly, with humor, patience, and grace. She participated for many years in Bible Study Fellowship, Habits of the Heart, and Northside Christian Fellowship, touching the lives of many people. She was an accomplished pianist and brought that gift to both home and church. And she especially enjoyed family gatherings, gardening, games of all kinds, and ice cream!

Judy is survived by her husband, Larry D. Summers of Zionsville and her children Carry Summers, Trudy Summers, Scott Summers, and Stephanie Payton. She was also blessed to have seven grandchildren: Tyler Summers, Marla Summers, Nathan Summers, Audra Payton Strietelmier, Lydia Payton, Elise Payton, and Lucas Payton, as well as many nieces and nephews.