Obituary of Judith Hilligoss

Judith K. Hilligoss, 73, of Niles, passed away on Sunday, October 16, 2016 at South Bend Hospice House, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on June 10, 1943 in Niles to the late Ray and Lucy M. (Bothwell) Kirk. Judith graduated from Niles High School class of 1961. She worked for several years at Montgomery Wards and Sundance Studios. On November 27, 1987, Judith married Leroy Hilligoss at a ceremony in Niles. She enjoyed spending times with family, taking drives up to Lake Michigan, playing poker, watching golf, reading, knitting, and trying her luck at the slot machines. She is survived by her husband, Leroy Hilligoss of Niles, two daughters, Kelly Watson of Niles and Cherie (John) Schaller of Niles, four step-daughters; Shelley (Scott) Hadley of Niles, Leeann Hilligoss of South Bend, Marilyn Peppers of Buchanan and Peggy (Brian) Paturalski of Orlando, Florida, two granddaughters, Samantha and Paxton Schaller, five step-grandchildren, three step-great-grandchildren and a brother, Dean (Francie) Kirk of Richland. A time to celebrate the life of Judith Hilligoss will be held on Sunday, November 6, 2016 at 6:00 pm at Hope Community Church in Niles with a time of visitation beginning one hour prior. Memorial contributions may be made in Judith's memory to Pet Refuge 4626 Burnett Dr. South Bend, IN 46614, or to Hospice Foundation https://donations.cfhcare.org/SSLPage.aspx?pid=323 Judith lived a beautiful life; share your memories of her at www.BrownFuneralHomeNiles.com.