Judy Duncan Tart

Judy Duncan Tart, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and cherished sister, passed away peacefully on July 23, 2026, at Lower Cape Fear LifeCare in Whiteville. Judy was 75 years old and a resident of Clarkton. She was born on January 21, 1951, to the late Tommy Theodore Duncan and Mary Jones Duncan.

Judy’s presence was a source of steadfast love and support within her family and community. Her life was marked by deep and lasting relationships, and she devoted herself to the people who mattered most to her. She was the proud mother of two daughters, Melissa Hood (Tony) and Melody Tart, both of whom were blessed by her unwavering encouragement and affection.

The joy of Judy’s life was magnified by her grandchildren: Nathan Hood (Hali), Nicholas Hood (Timber), Marlee Wilkins (Bryan), Nolan Cribb, and great-grandchild, Sawyer, each of whom brought her immense happiness. Judy’s sister, Frances Watts, survives her and will forever remember the strong bond they shared.

Judy was preceded in death by her parents; husband, James "Tim" Tart; and by her siblings: Haywood Duncan, Gaye Creech, Gail Singletary, Betty Sue Baldwin, and David Duncan, all of whom held special places in her heart.

Her faith, resilience, and humility shaped every aspect of her life. Judy cared deeply for her loved ones and guided her family with strength and compassion. She leaves behind a legacy of kindness, dignity, and the quiet warmth of her nurturing spirit.

The family will receive friends from 6-8pm on Sunday, July 26th at Bladen-Gaskins Funeral Home in Elizabethtown. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 am on Monday, July 27th, at Clarkton Presbyterian Church, 10433 N College St, Clarkton, NC 28433, followed by burial at Clarkton City Cemetery.