Judith L. Stirm

December 21, 1954 - July 29, 2025

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Soller-Baker Funeral Homes & Crematory, Lafayette Chapel

400 Twyckenham Blvd

Lafayette, IN 47909

Thursday 8/7, 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Sacred Heart Cemetery

2595 Knapp Road

Oshkosh, WI 54902

Saturday 8/9, 11:00 am

Judith (Judy) Leone (Williams) Stirm passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, July 29, 2025. She was born on December 21,1954 in Portage Wisconsin to the late Kenneth & Shirley (Schwanz) Williams. Judy graduated from Portage High School, class of 1972. Judy and Brian Stirm were married on July 11,1987 in Columbus, IN. Since then, they have lived in Delphi, IN in a home that they built from the ground up. Judy loved infants & young children and for several years ran small day care centers both in

Portage WI and Delphi IN. Judy was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Delphi. Judy loved to fly, she started flying at the age of 2 with her dad Ken in Portage, WI. While not a pilot she did a fine job of co-piloting with Brian and others in a wide variety of airplanes. Judy belonged to numerous aviation organizations including (EAA) Experimental Aircraft Association, Midwest Antique Airplane Club and the Antique Airplane Association. She was a charter member of the EAA chapter in Portage, WI & also a member of the EAA chapter in Lafayette, IN. Judy loved attending the EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh WI every year, never missing a year since it has been held at Oshkosh starting in 1970. One of the most important things to Judy was getting “their spot” to ensure that she & Brian would be with the many friends that they camped next to every year. Judy also had a lifelong interest in collecting & displaying holiday ornaments and was an original member of the Holiday Hang Ups. Judy had perfected the art of thrifting and enjoyed antiques and collectibles. She was an avid reader and loved to do puzzles.

Judy is survived by her husband Brian as well as her siblings Christine Okpomor of Fulshear, TX, Robert Williams of Portage, WI and Diane (Scott) Allshouse of Lakewood Ranch, FL., her cousin Laura (Dan) Hoﬀman, Portage, WI, along with numerous nieces, grand nieces, nephews & grand nephews.

Visitation will be from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Thursday, August 7, 2025, at Soller-Baker Lafayette Chapel 400 Twyckenham Blvd. Graveside service will be at 11:00 am (Central Time) on Saturday, August 9, 2025, at Sacred Heart Cemetery in Oshkosh, WI. Memorial contributions may be made to Saint Joseph Catholic Church for window to heaven guidance, Carroll County Heritage Transportation for an auto/truck safety exhibit, or Oracle Airmotive Research & Development for aviation safety/efficiency research in Judith’s memory.

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Brian, Linden and I were deeply saddened to hear of Judy's passing. Our hearts are bruised and we feel her loss as one of our own family. The Stirms are in our hearts Brian. Don & Linden Petrin

Dear Brian, Amy and I are very sorry to hear about Judy. If there is anything either of us can do please let us know. You and your family are in our prayers.

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Dear Brian, So very sorry to hear about Judy. We always looked forward to seeing you folks at Oshkosh. She was my special Stearman partner for flights over Iola and the AAA campground. We beat the early risers out to wake up Blakesburg which stunned those who usually flew the dawn patrol. I shall miss her very much. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and family. All our love, M&M ("with peanuts")

You and your Family are in our thoughts and prayers. -Ken and Kim Kasper

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Such happy memories with Aunt Judy. And she loved my girls, her great nieces so much! Uncle Brian, sending love to you. We will all miss her tremendously. She is resting in peace 🕊️

To the family of Judy. You have our sincere condolences. When back in Portage visiting or on her way to Oshkosh Judy would still stop in at the chapter hanger to catch up on what was happening around the airport with whoever was around. Those visits will be missed. Your friends at EAA chapter 371.

Brian, we are so sorry to learn of Judy’s passing. We will miss her friendship and contagious passion for aviation. You are in our prayers.

You will always live in our hearts Aunt Judy. Your memory will always be warmly felt. Love you always. From your nephew Jon.

Judy was a dear friend to us. Every year she volunteered as our registration lady at the Fly/In Cruise/In - Marion, Indiana. When I landed at Oshkosh & was tying down the airplane she walked up to me with her pink Fly/In Cruise/In - Marion, Indiana hat on. Blue skies & tailwinds Judy. Thank you for all you did for us. You will be sorely missed missed. Ray & Judy Johnson www.FlyInCruiseIn.com

Brian, we are saddened by the loss of Judy. Please know that we will be thinking of you, and keeping Judy in our prayers.

Brian, Please accept our sincere condolences for the loss of your loving wife Judy. We know that you two enjoyed the Oshkosh airshow together for decades along with your many friends. We know that you provided Judy with constant love and support during her life. We also know that Judy is now in a peaceful place with her Lord. Please let us know if we can help bring comfort to you in the months ahead. You have our love and support. Blessings, Your friends at Swift Fuels

Brian, we are so sorry for your loss. Sending thoughts and prayers.

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.