Brown, Judy L. Age 78, of Richfield. Preceded in death by husband, David Swenson; brother, Stanley Franson. Survived by children, Susan Ulmen, Patrick (Jamie) Brown; grandchildren, Adam, Max, Dakota, Piper; siblings, Joyce (Al) Smith, Janice (Steve) Lahti, William (Judy) Franson. Born in Ishpeming MI, Judy moved to Minneapolis after graduating high school. She married Walt Brown in 1965, and they had 2 children. She celebrated 50 years in her Richfield house this summer. Girl Scout Troop Leader, and cookie mom; President of the Mother's club for Bethel #1 and Camelot Chapter, chaperoning countless Jobie/Demolay dances. A fixture at BIR when Pat raced motorcycles. Judy was a constant fixture in her children's lives. After living together for over 30 years, she married her long-time love David Swenson in 2006. After they both retired, they traveled with her sisters to Alaska and many cruises. There wasn't a family event she missed. Traveling to the UP, San Francisco, New Orleans, and most recently Boothbay Harbor Maine, to celebrate with her family. Judy enjoyed meeting her friends for lunch, or dinner, and kept in touch with friends from all parts of her life. She took the time to listen. She was truly the nicest person you could meet. Her family is grateful for all the amazing memories. A celebration of Life will be held Friday, November 16th at 11:00 am at Bloomington Lutheran Church, 9350 Portland Ave. Visitation one hour before service at church. Reception for family and friends to follow. Morris Nilsen Chapel 612 869-3226 morrisnilsen.com