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Judith “Judy” Ann Freshwater, 84, of Cedar Falls, died Friday, July 10, 2026, at home under the care of Cedar Valley Hospice. She was born in Leavenworth, KS, the daughter of Glenn and Tabitha Dykes Freshwater. Judy obtained a master’s degree and taught vocal music at Columbus High School until her retirement. She married Kim Buenneke on June 23, 1989.
Judy is survived by her husband, Kim; children Elizabeth “Eli” Wheeler of Minneapolis, Todd (Debbie Henderson) Wheeler of Des Moines, Rebecca Wheeler of Cedar Falls and Amanda (Rod Wolfensterger) Vervaecke of Denver, IA; daughter-in-law Christine Wheeler of Cedar Falls; and many other family members and friends. She was preceded in death by her son Grant Wheeler and brother Charles Freshwater.
No services are planned. Locke Funeral Services is assisting the family.
So many positive memories of Judy as a youth group leader and choir member at First Pres. My love and sympathy to the family at this time of sadness and loss. We await the day of the New Creation.
Kim
We are saddened to learn of Judy;s passing. I know how much she loved you and how much you will miss her. May memories bring you comfort and may God grant you peace in the coming days. We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
With deepest sympathy
To the family of Judy
I remember seeing her as I once was a student at Tripoli school. I never had her for band but I had her as a music teacher and I loved seeing her every other day.
She always had a smile on her face.
She will be missed and so will her smile.
Keep the memories alive.
Kim,
I am very sorry for your loss. I thank God she is no longer suffering. I’m so glad I got to meet her and I’ll never forget her reply when I told her that. She must have been quite fun to be around. It’’s time for you to get some rest too. You’re a remarkable man and Judy will appreciate all you’ve done next you meet. My sympathies and God Bless you!!!