Tuesday, February 4th, 2025
Judith Falk
Judith "Judy" Leigh Falk, 56, of St. Marys, OH passed away at 11:57 AM on Friday, January 31, 2025, at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton after a brief illness.
She was born on October 8, 1968, in Lima, to C. Stuart and Gwen (Rogers) Christman, who both preceded her in death. On February 17, 1990, she married Chris Falk, who survives in St. Marys.
Judy was a lifelong resident of St. Marys and a proud graduate of St. Marys Memorial High School, Class of 1987. She also attended Tri-Star and was a member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church. For 37 years, she worked at the St. Marys Foundry, where she was known for her dedication and strong work ethic.
She previously served on the Holy Rosary Development Committee and was Secretary of St. Marys Club Soccer. As a devoted supporter of the Roughriders. Judy was deeply involved in her community. She was a proud member of Rider Rooters and held the role of Chamber of Commerce President. Whether selling 50/50 tickets at sporting events or working the concession stands at her kid's events, she was always eager to contribute and support the teams she loved.
In 2023, Judy was honored with the Frank C. Murray Award in recognition of her dedication, hard work, and leadership within the St. Marys community. Judy was an avid bird watcher and a true chocolate milk connoisseur. She had a love for Hallmark movies and attending Roughrider sporting events.
Above all, she cherished time with her family and was eagerly anticipating the arrival of her first grandchild. Her legacy of kindness and generosity extended beyond her lifetime Judy was an organ donor, saving two lives through her selfless gift.
Judy is survived by her children, Ashleigh (Carter) Petrusky of Tipp City, OH, who is expecting a daughter, and Nathan Falk of St. Marys, OH. She is also lovingly remembered by her brother, James (Susan) Christman of St. Marys, her stepmother, Linda Christman of St. Petersburg, FL, and numerous in- laws, nieces, and nephews.
The family will welcome friends on Thursday, February 6, 2025, from 2:00 to 8:00 PM at Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road, St. Marys, OH. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, February 7, 2025, followed by the burial at Elm Grove Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the Christman-Falk-Heitkamp Scholarship Fund, payable to the "St. Marys Community Foundation" with "Judy Falk" in the memo field, 101 West Spring Street, Suite A, St. Marys, OH 45885.
A special thanks to the staff at Joint Township District Memorial and Miami Valley Hospitals for the excellent care provided.
Condolences may be expressed and memories shared with Judy's family via: www.millerfuneralhomes.net or the Miller Funeral Homes Facebook Page.
