Judy Anne Koontz

Judy Anne Bolden Koontz, age 71, of Knoxville, TN suddenly passed away Sunday, December 19, 2021. The family is deeply saddened by her passing. She was born on October 25, 1950, attended South High School, and lived in Knoxville most of her life. Judy was loved by everyone that met her. She would light up a room, not only with her sweet loving personality, but with her light up shoes or maybe it was a light up shirt or necklace. No one ever knew what to expect, but one thing is certain, she loved all things shiny and bright, just like her personality. She was a kid at heart. She would say things like, "When I grow up I want to...". She had "treasure boxes" filled with all kinds of lazer pointers, pocket knifes, novelty lighters and many other "gadgets". Her children and grandchildren remember spending many hours of their childhood adoring those treasures. She still had them to share. She was a very giving person and would always help anyone she could. • • • She loved motorcycles her whole life. She owned one until recent years. She would have still had one if her health would have allowed. In her younger years she went to school for small gas engine repair. She worked at Sears doing small gas engine repair, but eventually transferred to the warehouse. She had many talents. She was quite the artist and loved to draw and do crafts of all kinds. She could play almost any instrument by ear. Some of her favorite instruments were the clarinet, organ, harmonica and guitar. On rare occasions she would sing karaoke. She would join her family and friends for karaoke most weekends. It was a real treat when she would grace everyone with a song and her shy smile. She will be forever missed by everyone. • • • Judy always wanted to travel the world. Those that really knew her know that she's flying high on a motorcycle doing just that while watching over those that she loved. She is survived by her three children, Nancy Koontz, Christie Reagan (Lee), Michael Koontz (Heather); grandchildren, Sarah Oliver, Zach Koontz (Alieja), Maia Koontz, Brandon Barnhardt, Katie Koontz, Brooks Locke; great grandson, Carlin Ray Michael Koontz; sister; Debbie Sharp (Steve); brother Kris Draper;childrens brother, Eric Koontz (Christina) and kids; Liam, Emma and Kadin. Judy was preceded in death by her mother, Margie Draper, father, James H. Bolden (Daphne), sister, Janet Dykes • • • The family will hold a Celebration of Life on Thursday, December 30,2021 at the Holiday Inn West Cedar Bluff @6:00 P.M. There will be finger food and karaoke. Music is hosted by friend, Junior Whitehead (Jr's Karaoke). Everyone is encouraged to wear anything of bright colors, sparkles and lights. Glowsticks will be provided. Whoever shines the most will be rewarded. All will be welcome to speak and or sing a song in her honor if they would like to do so. If you plan on sending flowers, the delivery date should be 12/30/2021 to Holiday Inn Knoxville West at Cedar Bluff at 9134 Executive Park Drive, Knoxville,TN 37923. • • • C/o: Miriah Edwards-Celebration of Life Judy Koontz