Judith “Judy” Helen Gullickson
October 7, 1948 ~ April 16, 2026
Judith “Judy” H. Gullickson, 77, of Sioux Falls, SD, passed away on Thursday, April 16, 2026, at Avera McKennan Hospital.
A Celebration of Life Open House with family present will be held from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 23, 2026, at Heartland Funeral Home in Brandon, SD. In lieu of flowers please make a charitable donation to the cancer charity of your choice.
Judith “Judy” Helen Gullickson was born on October 7, 1948, in Flandreau, SD, to Kenneth and Alice (Krall) Gullickson. She attended school in both Flandreau and Sioux Falls, graduating from O’Gorman High School in 1966.
Judy worked in commercial insurance for 55 years. She enjoyed playing cards, spending time with friends, and doing jigsaw puzzles.
Judy is survived by her daughter, Melissa Gullickson of Sioux Falls, SD; her older brother, William “Bill” (Kathy) Gullickson, Cliftonpark, NY; eleven nieces and nephews; and countless friends.
Judy was preceded in death by her mother and father, Kenneth and Alice; her brother, Kenneth (Ken) Gullickson; sister-in-law, Joan (Fischenich) Gullickson; and brother, James “Jim” Gullickson.
Judy was loved by many!
Heartfelt condolences to you and your family. When I think of your mom, my cousin Judy, it is always with a smile. And I remember the fun times when we got to visit in Sioux Falls, when we were just kids. She will be missed and always remembered.
My sympathies to Judy’s family.
Judy loved her family. She truly enjoyed her friends and the luncheons we shared She was a great friend. I will keep her in my heart forever.
Melissa
So sorry to hear about your mom passing. I so enjoyed working with her at after school program. Prayers coming your way.
Corinne
I worked with your Mom at American States in Sioux Falls for a little over 5 years. She had such a sense of humor and was fun to be around, and definitely knew her stuff when it came to the world of commercial insurance. Keeping you in my prayers at this sad time.
Melissa , Laurie and I are saddened for you with your mom’s passing. We believe Judy is discussing cards with the Good Lord. I always had such a fun time giving Judy a bad time and that generated some happy times for both Judy and me. Please know that we have lifting you and your mom up in prayer. God Bless Judy as she rests in the peace of Christ
Our sympathy to Judy’s family and friends! She was a classmate of ours in Flandreau,
Class of 66! God Bless each of you ! ❤️💟☦️
Melissa I am so sorry to hear about your mom. I always loved coming to visit SD and first thing I wanted was Judy. She was like the big sister I didn’t have. I enjoyed going in the basement to her room. I remember when she waitressed at the local diner! She was a loving person. I wish we lived closer. She will be missed. Love Helen.