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Judith "Judy" Ann Margaret Babinski, 84, of East Grand Forks, MN passed away at her son's house surrounded by family on November 9, 2024, leaving a void her family cannot fill.

Judy was born in Grand Forks, ND on May 3, 1940, to Irwin and Ruth Jackson. Judy was a very proud big sister to her twin brothers, Larry and Garry.  Judy graduated from Grand Forks Central High School.

Judy married the love of her life, Robert "Bobby" Babinski on November 9, 1957, at St. Michael's Catholic Church in Grand Forks. Together, Robert and Judy resided in Grand Forks, where they built a life, and raised their 6 children. Judy worked various jobs as a public service worker.

Judy's favorite pastimes included celebrating life events with her large extended family, including many late-night pinochle games. The family will miss the birthday and Christmas cards that they knew would be waiting for them in the mail. Grandma Judy always made sure to include a couple dollars for the grandkids.

Judy is survived by her children, Kathy (Pat) McCabe, Cave Creek, AZ, Robyn Gaulke, Cudahy, WI, Keith (Sheri) Babinski, Surprise, AZ, Russ (Tracey) Babinski, Bloomington, MN, Dennis (Andrea) Babinski, East Grand Forks, MN;10 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, and 5 great- great-grandchildren, who will never forget the love she brought to their lives.

Judith was preceded in death by her husband, Robert on January 29, 2000, an infant son, Michael Scott and 2 grandsons, Michael Dale and Robert Scott. Her parents, Irwin and Ruth Jackson, brothers, Larry Jackson and Garry Jackson.

The family would like to thank Hospice of the Red River Valley and Comfort keepers for the loving and compassionate care given to her.

Mass of Christian Burial: 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, November 13, 2024, in Sacred Heart Catholic Church in East Grand Forks, MN.
Visitation: One hour prior to the liturgy in the church on Wednesday.
Burial: Calvary North Cemetery, Grand Forks, ND.