Judy Ann Reis

With heavy hearts, we share that Judy Ann Reis, age 83, passed away peacefully on October 14, 2025, in Sun Prairie, Wisconsin.

Judy was a devoted mother of five, proud grandmother of eight, and delighted great-grandmother of two. She was also the loving companion of her faithful dog, Charlie. Her family was the center of her world, and she worked tirelessly in countless roles over the years to support them. Of all her jobs, her favorite was bartending and managing at the VFW, where her quick wit, big heart, and sense of humor made her a favorite among friends and regulars alike.

Judy lived life with a spirit that was both fierce and full of fun. She loved cheering on the Green Bay Packers, especially on game days spent in the “big car.” She could always be found playing cards—Euchre, poker, or solitaire—usually with a little competitive sparkle in her eye. A true movie buff, Judy passed down her love of films, both old and new, to her children and grandchildren. Music filled her life, and so did adventure—whether traveling to Las Vegas or spending time at horse ranches in her younger years.

Those who knew Judy will remember her as spunky, sassy, fiercely independent, and endlessly loving. She had a way of making everyone feel cared for, whether through a sharp joke, a warm hug, or a shared laugh.

A funeral service and luncheon to celebrate Judy’s life will be held at Informed Choice Funeral Home, 3325 E. Washington Avenue in Madison, Wisconsin, on Tuesday, October 28th.  Visitation will be from 10:00am to 11:00am with the Memorial Service beginning at 11:00am.  She will be cremated, and her family finds peace knowing she is finally free of pain—home again with her parents, sisters, and loved ones who went before her.

Though she has left this world, Judy’s love, laughter, and spirit will forever live on in the hearts of all who were lucky enough to know her.