Judy Belser
July 11, 1955 - April 22, 2009
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Judy Belser
July 11, 1955 - April 22, 2009
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Judy Belser nee Judith Ann Nichols
July 11, 1955- April 22, 2009
Judy passed away peacefully at Mission Hospital on April 22nd after a brief illness. On that day she went home to heaven and is now rejoicing with God and her beloved mother and other dear friends and family members that predeceased her.
The beloved daughter of Wharton A., DDS and Joyce E. Nichols, she was born at Garfield Memorial Hospital in Washington, D.C., the third of their four children. She spent her early years traveling with her military family to Germany, West Point in New York, Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington, D.C., and finally to Honolulu, Hawaii. She completed a Bachelors of Science Degree in Dental Hygiene and shortly thereafter moved to Napa Valley, California to pursue her career. She rekindled a friendship from Hawaii with Vince Belser, who was attending San Francisco University, and he helped her to settle in to her new environment. This friendship soon blossomed into a life-long love affair; Judy and Vince were married on August 22, 1984. Vince then joined the Marine Corps and received officer training in Quantico, Virginia and flight training in Pensacola, Florida. Judy relished her role of military wife, as her mother had before her, and she and Vince loved all of their assignments, making many devoted friends along the way. Finally, they made their home in Mission Viejo for the past 25 years. They have one beautiful daughter, Callan Justine, who is 20 years old and attending college in Delray Beach, Florida.
Judy loved life, and lived her life to the fullest as a devout Christian. She was the most devoted wife and mother, daughter and sister, cousin and niece, and best friend to untold numbers of people. Our Judy never met a stranger. No matter where she was, she always made a positive impact on the peoples lives she touched. This beautiful soul will be so very missed.
Judy is survived by her husband Vince and her daughter Callan; her father, Wharton; brothers Ken and Greg Cindy and her sister Kathy Hank; her puppies Malibu and Snickers and favorite feline Sadie.
Memorial Service will be held at Mount of Olives Lutheran Church, 24772 Chrisanta Drive, Mission Viejo, 92691. There will be a celebration of Judy’s life and open house at the Belser residence immediately following. Please visit and help us personalize Judy’s memorial webpage at www.oconnormortuary.com under obituaries. In lieu of flowers, please consider making donations in Judy’s name to: The American Cancer Society, PO Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK 73123-1718 or Huntington Dog Beach, PMB 342, 7071 Warner Avenue, Suite F, Huntington Beach, CA 92647-5492.
Vince and Callan wish to express their deepest gratitude to all of Judy’s wonderful family and dear friends for all their love and support. They also wish to acknowledge the caring and professional nursing staff of the SICU at Mission Hospital and Saddleback Hospital. Their kindness will always be remembered. Judy will always be remembered as a true instrument of the Lord’s peace.
O’Connor Mortuary, 949 581-4300
www.oconnormortuary.com
75 responses to Judy Belser
Derek andMary Anne White says:
April 25, 2009
We had not seen Judy since moving to Texas four years ago. Our memories of her are still vivid and we remember her as a very warm and lovely woman. Our encounters at the dog park with all the other dog lovers will always be in our memories Our hearts go out to the family for the loss of such a wonderful women
Gina Powers says:
April 25, 2009
Dear Vince and Callan,
I’m so sorry to hear about Judy. I feel so bad as I haven’t been in touch in so long. She was always so caring and such a beautiful smile. I’m going to miss her emails and I’m praying for you both as you go through this difficult time.
Love, Gina Powers
Julie Kuhlmann says:
April 25, 2009
Dear Vince and Callan,
We are all shocked about the death of Judy. We had no idea that she was even ill. Our deepest condolences to you both.
Looking back on the photo from the Cordilla days brought tears to our eyes. Life has gone by so quickly. What a beautiful family you are.
We all thought a lot of your beautiful Mother and Wife and remember her as a sincerely lovely woman with a gorgeous smile. We are so sorry for your loss.
Fondly,
The Kuhlmann family
Karen Halaby says:
April 25, 2009
I too met Judy at an EcoQuest event. We quickly connected and I soon realized what a wonderful person Judy was. She had that rare quality that allowed her to make friends quickly and had such a wonderful spirit! She was also always willing to volunteer her time to help anyone that needed her assistance. We stayed connected thru wonderful emails and she will truly be missed. I know that the lives she touched were a gift and the memories Judy leaves behind will live forever. My deepest condolences go out to her family during this time.
Mary Feltman says:
April 25, 2009
I am married to Judy’s first cousin, Jim Feltman. I only met Judy once but I have always remembered how loving, friendly, and happy she was. It saddens me that we will not be able to share more of our lives as I always looked forward to getting together again.
My heart goes out to Vince and Callan in this time because I know they will miss Judy a great deal. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. It is a comfort to know Judy has found peace with Jesus and now is in a better place with Him. My prayer is you will find the comfort there is in friends who have been here before you and in the Savior who knows your every need and desire.