Rockwall, Texas – Judy Milby, 80, Leaves Behind a Legacy of Love and Service
May 12, 2026
Updated by Rohit Maharjan on May 12, 2026
Judy (Evans) Milby of Rockwall, Texas, departed this world on Saturday, aged 80.
Born on July 25, 1945, in Electra, Texas, to Jimmy and Bobbie Jo Evans, Judy’s journey began in humble beginnings. She attended Mesquite High School before marrying Bobby Milby in Royse City, Texas.
The couple built a life together in Rockwall, raising their two daughters, Tina and Tara, with unwavering commitment and joy.
Deeply involved in the First Baptist Church of Rockwall, Judy served as youth choir director for over three decades—a role that shaped her compassionate spirit.
In her later years, she cherished simple pleasures: gatherings with friends over meals and movies, family vacations to Disney, and quiet moments on the beach with grandchildren.
Community Mourns Loss of Beloved Judy Milby
Judy’s passing on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at 80 left Rockwall ISD in profound grief. The athletic department shared, “She was our first athletics secretary—an irreplaceable pillar of kindness and tradition.”
Her dedication spanned generations, nurturing students, coaches, and families alike. Colleagues recall her warmth: “Useless” was her playful nickname, a testament to her ability to turn ordinary moments into cherished memories.
Cody Stovall, a University of North Texas alumnus, shared, “She’d joke about my ‘uselessness’ while secretly trusting me with errands. Her tears on my last day said it all.”
David Hoover reflected, “Judy balanced professionalism with heart. She made us feel seen.”
Shelby Drum Morgan, Tarleton State University alumna, added, “In a world of change, she was constant—a voice of comfort and strength.”
Funeral arrangements: Rest Haven Funeral Home, Rockwall, May 15, 10 AM–11 AM. Visitation at 9 AM; private burial at Royse City Cemetery.
Rest in peace, Judy Milby.
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