Judy Marie Wilson

Obituary lovingly written by Judy's family.

Judy Marie Wilson, 61, of Neosho, Missouri, passed away peacefully on June 8, 2026.

Born on October 31, 1964, in Neosho, Missouri, Judy was the daughter of Jim Dean Farley and Billie Jean Williams Farley. A lifelong resident of the area, she graduated from Neosho High School in 1983. Judy was known for her kind heart, feisty spirit, and unwavering love for her family and friends.

Judy dedicated many years of her life to serving others in the beauty industry. She proudly owned and operated Tropical Tan and The Shoppe for 20 years, offering hair, nail, and tanning services to the community she loved. Through her work, she built countless friendships and took pride in helping others look and feel their best. She continued her career as a cosmetologist until her retirement in 2015.

Judy never met a stranger. She loved everyone she encountered and had a way of making people feel welcome. Her children were the center of her world, and she loved them fiercely. Always on the go, Judy devoted much of her time to coaching all three of her children’s sports teams throughout their childhood, creating lasting memories and cheering them on every step of the way. She enjoyed being outdoors and was known for her green thumb, taking great pride in her many plants and flowers. Some of her favorite memories were made at Grand Lake, where she spent time with her children, grandchildren, family, and friends.

She is survived by her children, Brandi Wilson and wife Montana of Neosho, Trevor Wilson and wife Nicole of Neosho, and Stephanie Altman and husband Dusty of Neosho; her former spouse, Jeff Wilson, with whom she shared many years and raised their three children; six grandchildren, Brylee, Mack, Oaklee, Tripp, Jones, and Brooks; her brothers, Bubby “Jimmie” Farley and wife Darla of Neosho, and Danny Ezell of Neosho, Missouri; along with numerous extended family members, lifelong friends, and all who were blessed to know her.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Jim Dean Farley and Billie Jean Farley.

Judy’s kindness, laughter, strength, and unconditional love for her family will be deeply missed and forever remembered by those who knew and loved her.

A Memorial Visitation will be held on Thursday, June 11, 2026, from 5:30 - 7:00 pm at Clark Funeral Home in Neosho, Missouri.

A graveside service will be held Friday, June 19, 2026 at 10:00am, located at New Salem Cemetery. 

Services are under the personal care and direction of Clark Funeral Homes.