Welford "JuJu" Judkins

Welford Carrington Judkins, affectionately known as “JuJu” was born on April 29, 1941. At a young age, Welford joined Zion Baptist Church and later became an usher. Welford attended and graduated from Armstrong High School and later went to work for the Medical College of Virginia and retired after 39 years of service. During his service at MCV, he worked in both the transportation and the pharmacy department. Welford loved sports, baseball, basketball and football. He was an avid Pittsburg Steelers fan. On December 3, 1972, he was married to Nelease Evans and recently celebrated their 50th anniversary.

He is preceded in death by his mother, Edna C. Judkins; brothers, Andrew “Jet” Judkins, Elmo Judkins, and Lawrence Judkins.

He is survived by his wife, Nelease Judkins; son, Welford “Tony” Judkins; daughter, Lisa Judkins; two grandsons, Tione Judkins and Dallas Judkins; one granddaughter Erica Rice; four brothers in law; 4 sisters in law; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.