Judy G. Laitinen, age 76, of Northridge Rd., Columbus, died Monday, October 5, 2015 at the James Cancer Hospital in Columbus.  She was born March 28, 1939 in Ashtabula, the daughter of Martin M. & Inez M. (Allen) Laitinen.

She worked for nearly 30 years as an elementary school teacher for Columbus city schools. She enjoyed reading, music and working crossword puzzles.  She was a doll collector and loved spending time working in her flower and veggie gardens.  She donated to many charities and was a huge advocate for animals, over the years adopting many abandoned pets.  She was interested in history and learning her genealogy.  She also enjoyed creating greeting cards and making crafts.

She is survived by her two loving brothers, David M. Laitinen of Columbus and Richard A. Laitinen of Houston, TX.  She is preceded by her parents.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, October 10, 2015 at 2:00 P. M. at the Jefferson United Methodist Church, 125 E. Jefferson Street, Jefferson, Ohio with pastor Chris Bell officiating.  Burial will take place in Dorset Cemetery.

Calling hours will be held Friday, October 9, 2015 from 5:00-7:00 P. M. at the Jefferson Home of Fleming & Billman, 49 W. Jefferson St., Jefferson. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to the American Cancer Society, Ohio Division, Inc. North Region, 10501 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, Ohio 44106.  The Fleming & Billman directors and staff are honored to serve the Judy G. Laitinen family.  Obituary, guestbook, condolences can be found at fleming-billman.com.

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