Judith Rozelle

Judith Rozelle, age 79, of Springdale, UT, passed away in Hurricane, UT, on March 14, 2025. Judi was born to Ross and Reta Rozelle on July 24, 1945. She was a 1963 graduate of Hurricane high School and earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from University of Utah in 1967. Judi’s life was one of service. She served 2 years as a Peace Corps volunteer in Thailand after college, where she taught English and developed a deep and abiding love for the Thai people. Upon her return to the U.S., she entered civil service with the National Park Service in 1970. In her time with the NPS, she carried on her family’s legacy of preserving our public lands in Utah and Colorado. She returned to Zion National Park at the end of her career and served alongside her sisters, Janis Kali and Betsy Alford. She retired in 2003. Judi loved life and possessed an indomitable spirit. She was never one to stand idly by in the face of an injustice. Her deeds exemplified both her character and her love for her fellow man. She was deeply moved by the majesty of Zion National Park and strove to promote visitation while maintaining the integrity of the land. Her intellect and boldness were felt by all who knew her. Her life was also filled with an array of talents and interests. She was an avid hiker, adventurer, and world traveler, often spending nights under the stars. She participated actively in many charitable causes and lent a helping hand to anyone in need who entered her sphere of attention. She was a devout member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Judi was preceded in death by her parents, Ross and Reta Rozelle, her brother, Stephen Rozelle, and her sister, Janis Kali. She is survived by her sister, Betsy Alford, of Littleton, CO, along with her nephews (Douglas Rozelle, Todd Rozelle, Bradley Alford, Charles Alford, and Damon Kali) and nieces (Stephanie Marsh, Pamela Beadles, and Maile Reeves.) Our family would like to express our sincerest gratitude to Carlos Gutierrez and Victor Contreras for their loving professional care of Judi. We cordially invite family and friends to share tributes and memories online at www.SerenityStG.com. Lastly, if any wish to honor Judi’s memory, our family suggests a donation to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society at www.donate.nationalmssociety.org.

Judith Rozelle

July 24, 1945 - March 14, 2025