It is with great sadness that the family of Judy Carol Downs (nee Turner), 78, of Elba, AL, announces the tragic, unexpected loss of our beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother on April 24, 2026, due to injuries sustained from a motor vehicle accident.

Born on October 16, 1947 in Athens, AL, Judy was known for her unwavering faith, beautiful smile, tremendous work ethic, compassion and pure joy she emanated to everyone she met. She dedicated 40+ years to work in government service, was an active volunteer in her community and church devoting much time teaching children through Sunday school and vacation bible school. She had a passion for work in missions, operating as Women's Missions President for 3 years at her church and completed international mission trips to China and Nicaragua. A devoted wife, loving mother and doting grand- and great-grandmother, her sudden passing leaves a void that can never be filled.

She is survived by her loving husband of 59 years, Terry, children Jeff Downs (of Alabaster, AL) and Ginger Kurmann (of Pace, FL), grandchildren Brett and Braelyn Downs, Kyle and Jacob Kurmann and Emily Wiggins, great-granddaughter Blaire Wiggins, and sisters Dorothy Fogg and Peggy Looney. She was preceded in death by brothers David and Jerry Turner.

A faithful and passionate servant of God, Judy loved and lived every moment she was given to make a difference for His glory until God called her home.

Funeral services will be held at First Presbyterian Church in Enterprise, AL on Tuesday, April 28, 2026 with visitation at 12:30, funeral at 2:00 pm with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery in Elba, AL.

Hayes Funeral Home is honored to serve the Downs family during this time.