Judith B. Motz, 70, Plymouth, passed away Monday, Jan. 30, 2017, with her family at her side. She had courageously battled Multiple Sclerosis for about 34 years.

On May 6, 1946, at Bourbon, she was the daughter of Welcome and Geneva (Pratt) Roose. She was a lifetime resident. On November 10, 1962, she became the wife of Allen Motz who survives along with her son Lee Allen and wife Connie Motz of Plymouth; daughter Beth A. Motz of Bristol and her friend Brad McKinney. She was also blessed with four grandchildren: Amanda and Jacob Vetor; Desiree and Jared O’Brien; Lee. Jr., and Megan Motz; Tyler and friend Allie Flower: five great grandchildren: Zayne, Jackson, Catherine, Mierah and Marcelina and her brother Allan Roose of Miamisburg, OH.

Judy was farmer’s wife working along side her husband on their farm as well as a homemaker. Farming was her hobby as well as spending time with family. She attended Bourbon High School and Sunrise Chapel, Plymouth. She will be greatly missed by all.

Private family services will be held and burial in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Bourbon.

The family wishes memorial contributions be made to: Grace Hospice 5838 W Brick Rd Suite 101 South Bend, IN 46628-8420

Arrangements by Deaton-Clemens Funeral Home.