Judith Lorraine (Holford) Martin, 83, of Lafayette, formerly of Portage, passed away Wednesday, January 29, 2025, surrounded by her family and loving caregivers at Rosewalk Village in Lafayette.
She was born November 18, 1941, in Gary to the late Herbert and Audrey (Burkhardt) Holford and attended Portage High School. On July 31, 1978, she married Henry “Hank” Orlowski. He preceded her in death on December 19, 2004. Judith was lucky to find love again with David Martin and the couple were married on April 1, 2006. David preceded her in death on February 25, 2018.
Judith was a social butterfly who enjoyed giving compliments and making others smile. She loved participating in activities such as Bingo at Rosewalk Village. She also enjoyed attending Bible Study.
She is survived by 3 children, David (Julie) Cunningham of Michigan City, Susan (Jeff) Ray of Portage, and Amy (Mark) Fields of Mulberry; 4 sisters, Jean Ann Russell of Portage, Ramona Hughes, Karen Reattoir, and Alice Hudson all of Burns Harbor; and several grandchildren.
Along with her husbands, Hank Orlowski and David Martin and her parents, Herbert and Audrey Holford, she was preceded by 2 children, Joni Cunningham and Randy Jones.
Memorial contributions in Judith’s name may be given to Mental Health America Wabash Valley Region, 914 South St., Lafayette, IN 47901.
Visitation will be from 5:00 pm (EST) 4:00 pm (CST) until time of service at 6:00 pm (EST) 5:00 pm (CST), Saturday, February 1, 2025, at Soller-Baker Funeral Home, Lafayette Chapel, 400 Twyckenham Blvd., Lafayette, IN 47909 with Dr. Gladys Nwabah officiating.
Interment will be at 12:00 pm (EST), 11:00 am (CST), Tuesday, February 4, 2025, at Calvary Cemetery, 2701 Willowdale Rd., Portage, IN 46368.