Judy Ann

Wesolowski

Judy Ann Wesolowski, age 81, of Superior, died Tuesday November 10, 2026, at Villa Marina Health and Rehab.

She was born on January 31, 1945, to Elma (Manninen) and Eugene Smith in Superior. She was a graduate of Superior Central High School. Judy was the owner of Judy’s Boarding Kennel in South Range. She married Lee Wesolowski on July 1, 1974.

Judy enjoyed crocheting and knitting, but most of all she was an animal lover, especially dogs and cats. She had been a 4-H leader, leading the dog training program. Judy had also been involved in dog breeding and was previously active with the Douglas County Humane Society.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Lee Wesolowski; a brother, Roger Smith and her grandson, Matthew Richardson.

Judy is lovingly survived by her daughter, Sheila (Karl) Wickman of Airville, PA; son, Gene (Debbie) Richardson of South Range; her grandchildren, Casey (Josh) Scarff of Parkton, MD, Nicole (Dane) Schroeder of St. Olaf, IA, Breeanna Richardson of Titusville, FL, Laurisa (Gunner) Richardson of South Range; Step-grandchildren, Lacey (Jim) Spikberg of Saginaw, MN, Linsey (Chris) Nelson of Oakland, WI and many great grandchildren. Also, by her sisters, Janice LeRoux, Jean Greenwaldt, Shirley (Mark) Knutdson and brother, Ronald (Jill) Smith.

Judy’s family would like to thank the excellent staff at Villa Marina Health and Rehab’s for the wonderful care they gave her during her time there. She was very comfortable with the personable and compassionate care she was given.

Per Judy’s wishes no services will be held.

Interment will take place at a later date at Parkview Cemetery in Hawthorne, WI