<< Go Back To Obituaries

Judy Mae Zeller

Jan. 29, 1945 - Oct. 17, 2022

Date of Service: Oct. 26, 2022

Watch the Webcast

HAZELTON – On October 17, 2022, Judy Mae Zeller, loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother passed from this world into eternity. We will miss her smile and infectious laugh.

Judy was born January 29, 1945, to Ralph Elmer “Rip” Pruett and Edith Verna Harder Martin, in Bliss, Idaho. During her early years, she enjoyed rural life and was active in school and sports at Bliss High School. It was in high school that she met the love of her life, Dale Joseph Zeller. They were married August 23, 1963, and were married for 59 years.

Soon after getting married, Judy joined The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and was subsequently sealed to her family in the Idaho Falls Idaho Temple. Judy’s life was filled with service. At church she served as Primary president, Relief Society president, seminary teacher, and many other callings. In the community, she was a board member for the cemetery and served on the Farm Bureau for many years.

Judy had a love for reading. Her home and professional life were filled with books. She was a beloved librarian at Valley School in Hazleton, Idaho. Judy loved sports. She loved to attend and cheer on her sons and grandsons. She was a passionate college and professional football and basketball fan. Many weekend afternoons were spent cheering on her favorite team.

She was preceded in death by her father, Ralph “Rip” Pruett; her mother, Edith Harder Martin; brothers, Rex Ivan and Rodney Alvin Pruett; sister, Jan Lucille Pruett; and son, Todd Alan Zeller.

Judy is survived by her husband, Dale Zeller; sons, Lonnie Zeller and Leeland Zeller; nine grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

The funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, October 26, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints - Hazelton Ward, located at 531 Middleton Ave., in Hazelton, with Bishop Derek Romer officiating. Burial will follow at Hazelton Cemetery.

Family and friends will be received at the Hazelton Ward Church from 5 until 7 p.m. Tuesday, October 25, and from 10 until 10:45 a.m. Wednesday, preceding the funeral.

A live webcast of the Funeral Service will be available and maintained at the following link: https://youtu.be/YmFoNa-ykLc.

Condolences for Judy Mae Zeller

Comments may be screened and removed by the staff as deemed appropriate.

From Teresa Rust:

I was so sorry to hear of Judy's passing. My deepest condolences to her family. She was very special to me and my children. Will never forget her laugh and will miss hearing it and talking football with her. I will truly miss her

From Paul Miller:

Leeland and family, I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

From Johanna Anderson:

Short in stature, but long in energy, enthusiasm, friendliness, caring, and fun! Judy will be missed by so many. Her laugh was as cute as she was! Dale and family should know how special she was to all who were privileged to know her and call her a friend.

From Nate Madewell :

I used to purposely go to the library just to talk to her. She was such a beam of positivity. One of the nicest humans ever created. Hall of fame person. Thank you for always being so kind Mrs. Zeller!

From Jeremiah:

Loved this lady! Infectious laugh indeed!

From Karen Rogerson:

Judy, Judy. What a pleasant fun gal you were. Thanks for your secret recipe of Coconut Cake. We’ll have it in your honor. You will be missed!

From Monte and Carole Dayley:

Love Judy Zeller, but don’t know of anyone who wouldn’t love Judy. Her infectious laugh and work ethic. Our children simply adored her. Sending our love and prayers to Dale, the boys and their families.

From Cindee (Stastny) Woodbury:

Judy was always a joy to be around with a beautiful smile on her face! Lonnie and family--I am so very sorry for your loss.

From Serena Micech:

My condolences to all those who love Judy Mae Zeller . I am so grateful that my Judy married into this wonderful family. Judy Mae Zeller welcomed her with open arms. I had the pleasure of meeting Judy Mae in the Pocatello Idaho Temple sealing room. I heard her laugh that afternoon at lunch and just thought it was the best laugh I’ve ever heard. I know she will be missed by many, never forgotten. I can just imagine the welcome home she received.

From Debbie Dehoney :

Judy we will miss your kindness and that special laugh of yours that always brought joy!

From Judy Teeter:

So sorry to hear about Judy. She was a very Sweet Lady. She and Dale has supported our family for many years! She was like another Grandmother to our Teeter Grandkids! She will be missed. Sending Love and Sympathy to Dale and her Family. Clair and Judy Teeter

From Ruth Woodward :

Dale I'm so sorry for your loss. My heartfelt sympathy to you and your family.

Condolence Form

Leave a Condolence or Memory:

Your Name:

Email (optional):

A real person knows the answer: 2 plus 2 =