Judy Calloway.  Age 83 of Taylor.

Beloved wife of Gerald Calloway.  Loving mother of Catherine Foster, Carol (Garrett) Probst, Donna Foster, the late Gerald (Rose) Calloway and Kelly McCreary.  Dearest grandmother of Robert Little, Jessica Probst (Jon Crosson), Jeremy Probst, Shelby Little, Lily McCreary, Evan McCreary and Sebastian Foster.  Preceded in death by her siblings, Vernon Howe, Joyce Boeving, Donald Howe and William Howe.

Family Tribute ~ 

Judy Calloway was born in Leamington, Ontario, to Constance Corrine Bradt and Albert Edward Howe. Her life was shaped early on by both joy and loss – she was only three years old when her father passed away. As the youngest in her family, Judy grew up cherished by her siblings – Vernon, Don, Bill, and Joyce – and soon became “Aunt Judy” at just four years old.

Surrounded by nieces and nephews, twelve in all, Judy’s natural gift for caring for children was evident from the very beginning. Her childhood years in Kingsville, Ontario, were filled with family, community, and the simple pleasures of small-town life.

At 19, Judy married Daryl Foster and moved to the United States, where they welcomed three daughters, Cathi, Carol, and Donna. Later, she married Gerald Calloway, and together they were blessed with their daughter, Kelly. Although she built her life in the U.S., Judy retained her Canadian citizenship with deep pride, always carrying her roots close to her heart.

Judy balanced the demands of raising her family with determination and perseverance, earning an Associate’s Degree in Liberal Arts from Wayne County Community College, with a focus on early childhood education. This achievement reflected her lifelong dedication to nurturing young lives, both within her own family and in the broader community.

Her career centered on children. She worked for many years as a school crossing guard for Taylor Public Schools, faithfully ensuring the safety of countless students. She also served as a teacher’s aide in classrooms for children with physical and emotional impairments, where her patience, kindness, and compassion left lasting impressions on both students and colleagues.

Judy’s generosity of spirit extended beyond her professional work. She gave countless hours to volunteering, serving as a Girl Scout troop leader for Brownies and Juniors. With enthusiasm and devotion, she guided young girls through activities that taught them confidence, friendship, and service.

For years, she embraced the role of “Cookie Mom,” transforming her home into temporary storage for cases of Girl Scout cookies and ensuring every sale supported her troop. She also gave her time to Detroit Public Television, volunteering during pledge drives as another way of supporting her community.

Family was always at the heart of Judy’s life. She poured her love into her grandchildren, who brought her endless joy. She created traditions uniquely her own, such as serving “breakfast one and breakfast two,” and her home was always filled with warmth, laughter, and play. She delighted in family celebrations, and could always be found on the dance floor, often joined by her nieces, embodying joy and connection through music and movement.

Judy will be remembered as a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She was a woman of compassion and selflessness, always ready with a helping hand, a kind word, or a nurturing embrace. Her legacy is one of love, devotion to family, and service to others.

Her life was a testament to the power of kindness, and her memory will live on in the countless lives she touched.

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