Judy Fought spent decades building a life defined by warmth, hospitality, and a deep devotion to her family across Indiana and Florida.
She passed away after facing cancer, leaving behind a sprawling multi-generational family and a community of friends who remember her welcoming spirit.
Born Judy Miller on January 16, 1942, to parents Christine and Eldon Miller, she grew up with a generous heart that friends and family frequently noted. On June 28, 1959, she married Franklin Fought, marking the beginning of a 67-year marriage. The couple established their initial home in Topeka, Indiana, before later relocating to Fort Myers, Florida, and eventually returning to Indiana to stay close to their relatives.
Throughout her life, Judy took immense joy in watching her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren grow and achieve their personal goals. She maintained a wide circle of dear friends who shared in her laughter and daily support.
She was preceded in death by her parents as well as two siblings, Tina Kauffman and Gary Miller. Surviving her are her husband, Franklin Fought, and her children: Tami Dominguez and her husband Bob, Doug Fought and his wife Amy, Lori Haneline and her husband Greg, and Linda Puckett and her husband Keith.
Her family tree extends to fourteen grandchildren—Chelsie Burrow, Erica Hossler, Matt Haneline, Chad Haneline, Jeff Haneline, Haylie Runge, Emily Clarke, Eric Fought, Allyce Cripe, Lauren Gonzalez, Erin Dominguez, Katie Scheidler, Bailey Stagman, and Antonio Dominguez—along with twenty great-grandchildren.
The family received dedicated end-of-life assistance from Legacy Hospice of Carmel, noting deep gratitude for the care, compassion, and kindness provided during her final illness.
In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that memorial contributions be directed to the Indiana Deaf Children Foundation at the Indiana School for the Deaf.
A gathering to honor her memory is scheduled for December 13th at Yeager Funeral Home in Ligonier, Indiana. Friends and family are invited to attend visitation hours from 1:00 to 3:00 pm, with a commemorative service to follow immediately afterward.
