JUDITH IRENE (DUITSMAN) GRONEWOLD LAMIA PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. - Judie was born on August 25, 1942 to Elmer and Barb Duitsman. She grew up on her family's farm in Forreston, Illinois and always enjoyed working along side her father, both in the milking barn and out in the fields. In high school she enjoyed playing the French Horn, singing in the school choir and cheerleading. She was always very proud of being a runner up Sauerkraut Queen and the FFA Queen. She graduated from Forreston High School in 1960. After attending college for a semester she made the brave move to Chicago, Illinois, where she worked as a secretary after graduating from Moser Secretary School. After a few years she moved back to the farm and married her high school sweetheart, Ronnie "Fuzz" Gronewold. They farmed together for 15 years and were blessed with two daughters, Patty and Cathy. Judie was an active member of North Grove Evangelical Church, where she enjoyed singing in the choir and participating in many different church activities. After their divorce, Judie embarked on establishing her business career. She worked as a secretary for National Harvester, a real estate company and then hired with Pitney Bowes where she continued to work for the next 17 years. In 1984, Judie made the exciting move to Florida with the love of her life, Lee McLaughlin. She enjoyed her success with Pitney Bowes and the wonderful friendships she made during this time. In 1998, Judie retired from Pitney Bowes but continued to work part-time in real estate. In her free time she enjoyed working in her yard, spending time with friends, attending events at the Moose Lodge, and was an active member of the Gator Ski Club. She is survived by her daughters and family; Jim and Patty Rabideau (granddaughters, Caroline, Cathleen and Katelynn) Dale Mansfield and Cathy Harris-Mansfield (granddaughters, Emily, Lily, Anna and Mackenzie), her 3 sisters; Betty and Aryln Reemstma, Doris Smith and Susie Lorenz. Judie passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 26, 2014. Her zest for life and her contagious smile will be missed. Funeral Service to be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 5, at Trinity United Methodist Church (small chapel), 9625 N. Military Trail, Palm Beach Gardens, Fla.