Judith Groom

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Judith M. Groom, nee Reinkemeyer, 75, of Belleville, IL, born June 27, 1947, in Belleville, IL, died Monday July 18, 2022, at Four Fountains Convalescent Center, Belleville, IL.

Mrs. Groom was a teacher for 13 years, then worked as a librarian for more than 30 years and was the library director for the Freeburg Area Library at the time of her retirement.  She loved storytelling, entertaining, and spending time with her friends and family. Judith was a member of the congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses.

Judith was preceded in death by her father, Edmund P. Reinkemeyer; her mother, Dolores “Dee” J., nee Schmoll, Hilpert; and a brother, Gerald Reinkemeyer.

Surviving are her husband of 46 years, Terry L. Groom, whom she married on March 6, 1976, at St. Peter’s Cathedral, Belleville, IL;
a son, Joel (Kara) Groom of Wood River, IL;
a daughter, Wendy (Dominic) Swiney of Belleville, IL;
a granddaughter, Kylee Swiney;
five grandsons, Kodie Groom, Reilly Swiney, Ethan Groom, Aiden Groom, and Ehren Groom;
a sister, Janice (Steve) Wagner of Freeburg, IL;
one aunt;
one uncle;
many brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law;
and many dear nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Memorials may be made to the South Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses.  Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.rennerfh.com.

Visitation: Friends may visit from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, July 30, 2022, at George Renner & Sons Funeral Home, Belleville, IL.

Funeral: Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 30, 2022, at George Renner & Sons Funeral Home, Belleville, IL.

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18 Comments on Judith Groom

Synthia Kalinowski said : Guest Report Jul 31, 2022 at 2:07 PM

What a shock! The woman who introduced me to drawing stories! We had so many fun times together ! Being directionally challanged and traveling to workshops together! Sympathies to you all I know how much you will.miss this woman who put you all first in her life. Hugs! Syndy

  • Fairview heights
  • Il
Donna Denbow said : Guest Report Jul 30, 2022 at 8:59 AM

Terry I’m so sorry for your loss Judy was a beautiful person my prayers go out to you and your family RIP my Friend

  • Smithton
  • Illinois
Donna Denbow said : Guest Report Jul 29, 2022 at 8:54 PM

Terry I’m so sorry for your loss I know that Judy is in a much better place my prayers go out to you and your family God be with you😢❤️🙏🙏

  • Smithton
  • Illinois
Barb Cox said : Guest Report Jul 28, 2022 at 3:55 PM

Terry, I'm so sorry to hear about Judy's passing. I hope it comforts you to know that she is at peace. Prayers for you and the family.

  • Belleville
  • Il
gentlejan6@yahoo.com said : Guest Report Jul 20, 2022 at 4:17 PM

Oh my! I am so sorry to hear this. My neighbor and my friend. Terry, Wendy and Joel you have my deepest sympathy. I will truly miss Judy.

  • Belleville
  • Illinois
Jean Eversman said : Guest Report Jul 20, 2022 at 2:09 PM

So sorry for your loss. I worked for Judy at the Freeburg Library. Prayers for all as you cope with passing.

  • Freeburg
  • IL
Jean Eversman said : Guest Report Jul 20, 2022 at 2:09 PM

So sorry for your loss. I worked for Judy at the Freeburg Library. Prayers for all as you cope with passing.

  • Freeburg
  • IL
Richard Bruyere said : Guest Report Jul 20, 2022 at 12:56 PM

My condolences to the family. I enjoyed working with Judy as a Family Hospice volunteer. Love to all. Richard

  • Belleville
  • IL
Deb Brem & the kitchen staff @ District 175 said : Guest Report Jul 19, 2022 at 8:02 PM

So sorry Terry, Wendy & Joel. Your mom was such a sweet lady! I enjoyed when she helped us out in the District 175 kitchen. She will be missed. Prayers going out for your family.

  • Belleville
  • IL
Pam Cox Prosser said : Guest Report Jul 19, 2022 at 3:52 PM

I'm so sorry. Death is never easy. Praying God sourounds you His Peace during this time.

  • Granite City
  • IL
Kristi Primas said : Guest Report Jul 19, 2022 at 11:50 AM

Terry, you and your family have my deepest sympathy. Judy was the sweetest woman. Many prayers and much love to you all.

  • Troy
  • Illinois
Karen Voelker said : Guest Report Jul 19, 2022 at 10:26 AM

My sincere sympathy to Terry and all the family. I so enjoyed working with Judy at Freeburg Library. Her enthusiasm for the library, especially the children, made working for her a pleasure.

  • Belleville
  • Illinois
Joyce Ingold said : Guest Report Jul 19, 2022 at 7:04 AM

My sympathy to the family. I enjoyed working with Judy while she was director at Freeburg Library. Her first interest were the children, creating an interest in reading.

  • Freeburg
  • Il
Steven Volkert said : Guest Report Jul 18, 2022 at 10:42 PM

Terry you have my sincere condolences on the loss of your wife! Prayers for you and the Wendy and the rest of your family! 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

  • Columbia
  • Illinou
Shelley Hawthorne Zotz said : Guest Report Jul 18, 2022 at 10:09 PM

Terry, my condolences to you and your family. Sending prayers for all

  • Belleville
  • IL
Shelley Hawthorne said : Guest Report Jul 18, 2022 at 10:07 PM

Terry, my condolences to you and your family. Sending prayers for all

  • Belleville
  • IL
Brenda badgley said : Guest Report Jul 18, 2022 at 8:09 PM

Terry,we are so sorry to hear of Judy's passing

  • RT oss ville
  • Il
Helen Cook said : Guest Report Jul 18, 2022 at 7:40 PM

Very sorry for your and your families loss. ❤️

  • New Athens
  • Illinois

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