BANKS, JUDITH MARIE "JUDY", age 71 of Waterford, passed away on March 27, 2022. Judy was born on November 19, 1950 in Pontiac, Michigan to parents Edward and June Tarchalski. Judy is survived by her children; June (Kyle Smith) Ragatz and her beloved dog; Molly; grandchildren, Abbigail and Taylor; nieces and nephews, Ryan (Kelli) Tarchalski and Rochelle (Fred) Meacham; and great nieces and nephews, Lilly, Braxton, Jordan, and Madison. Judy was preceded in death by her siblings and her parents. Judy will be remembered for being hardworking and dedicated to her work, which she displayed at K-Mart, where she worked for multiple decades. Judy loved flowers and spent much of her spare time gardening. Judy especially loved her family, she was always planning the next family event and enjoyed spending every moment possible with them, especially her dog, Molly. She will be remembered for being selfless and supportive as she was always putting other's first. A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, March 30, 2022, at COATS FUNERAL HOME-WATERFORD at 3PM and the family will accept visitors beginning at 1PM until the time of service. Judy was a one-of-a-kind person who was loved by many and will be deeply missed. Please keep Judy's family and friends in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to be made for her grandchildren's continuing education funds.