Judy Ottmar Brady

Judy Ottmar Brady It is with broken hearts; we have lost the matriarch of the family. She passed away peacefully in her sleep on September 29th, 2023 at the age of 78. Born Judy Ann Birch on May 19th, 1945 to parent’s Betty Gibson and "daddy" Don Gibson, she joined sister Marilyn and soon after, brother Jack Gibson would complete the family. With "daddy" being a union electrician, they moved a lot with his job during her childhood. So, in 1962...Judy was happy to settle down in Moses Lake, where she raised her two son's Joe and Kelly with husband Bob Ottmar. Judy was a stay-at-home mom most of her life. She was a volunteer with the crisis line for many years; while raising the boys. She was also very active as a "sports" mom; acting as president of the local "little league baseball team". And after the boys were grown, she worked many years with "new hope" domestic violence and was a secretary for the Columbia Basin Elks Lodge for many years. Later in life, Judy married Gary Brady and spent her time in Kansas until his passing. She then moved back home to be close to her boys. Family was her treasure. She always looked forward to the holiday's and all that they entailed. Her favorite "side" at any holiday was mashed potatoes and gravy. No matter the holiday, it was her number one request on the menu. She cherished her brunch time at Kelly and Melanie’s house every Sunday. It was her once a week social outing and visit with friend Ruth. Just spending time with her boys and their families was all she ever wanted and needed for joy and happiness. Judy was an avid fan of "Big Brother". Never missed an episode from the start. She loved elephants, and the flowers blooming in the spring. Decorating for the holidays always gave her joy. She is at peace now and with those who she loved that passed before her. For that we are all grateful. Judy is survived by her sons, Joe (Denyse) Ottmar, Kelly (Melanie) Ottmar, brother Jack (Kimberly) Gibson, grandchildren Kayla (T.C) Naccarato and Coy Ottmar. Great granddaughter Staylie Naccarato, several nieces and nephews and her extended family in Kansas. She is proceeded in death by her parents, sister Marilyn, and her spouses. Rest in peace mom, we will love and miss you always. A celebration of Judy’s life for family and friends will be scheduled for a later date.

Judy Ottmar Brady

May 19, 1945 - September 29, 2023