Judith Ann "Judy" Oliver, 82, of La Harpe, Ill., passed away at 1:05 a.m. Saturday, June 15, 2024, at St. John's Hospital in Springfield.Judy was born March 10, 1942, in La Harpe, the daughter of Charles and Maxine (Bice) Ferguson. She married Richard Oliver in 1959. They later divorced.Judy attended La Harpe High School. She began working at Gene & Bev's Grocery Store in Blandinsville and relocated to their La Harpe store. The store changed hands and became R & D Grocery Store and later, R & M Grocery Store. She was a loyal employee to the store for 55 years, retiring in 2020. Judy enjoyed visiting with everyone who came in the store. She never met a stranger and was well known for her infectious laugh. She also enjoyed reading, jigsaw puzzles and playing cards, especially pitch.She was a member of the La Harpe Christian Church.Survivors include one daughter: Barbara Oliver of La Harpe; one grandson: Kevin Oliver of La Harpe; two sisters: Janet (Larry) Johnson

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