Judith Kay Elmer

Judith Kay Elmer, age 65, of French Creek, died Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Buckhannon. She was born on December 13, 1960, in Buckhannon, a daughter of the late Ralph Raymond and Clara Jo Wetzel Elmer.

In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by a sister, Diana Elmer. She is survived by one brother, Johnny Elmer of Buckhannon, and one sister, Anita Elmer of Waverly, Ohio.

Judy enjoyed watching westerns on television and working on puzzle books.

At Judy’s request, her body will be cremated and her remains inurned at the Bethlehem Cemetery at a later date.

Online condolences may be extended to the Elmer family at www.heavnerandcutright.com. The Elmer family entrusted the Heavner & Cutright Funeral Chapel and Cremation Service with the arrangements.

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