Klauba, Judith Burson Lloyd Born July 12, 1946 in Memphis, TN; at rest February 3, 2016, Chicago, IL. Beloved wife of George Klauba; loving stepmother of Gina Klauba; devoted sister of Susannah Lloyd (John Boland); daughter of the late Lewis B. and Maurine M. (Miller) Lloyd; cousin of William Flodin. With a BA and MA in Fine Art and Photography from the University of Iowa, Judith taught photography at Loyola University and worked for a variety of commercial photographers. She also was an accomplished author and worked for Spectator magazine. Judith started at the Illinois State Museum Chicago Gallery in 1989 and gave 23 years of outstanding contributions to the museum's exhibition and educational programs. She curated nine exhibitions, three of which (Grammar of Landscape, Luminous Ground, and The Flowering: African-American Artists and Friends at the South Side Community Arts Center) were hailed as the top five or 10 shows of their years by the Chicago press. Judith's wonderful writing and editing skills enhanced the museum's exhibitions and publications. She retired as an Associate Curator in 2012. A world traveler, Judith was also an avid photographer and writer, a voracious reader and a fantastic cook. She had a love of animals, especially cats, and had many feline companions that shared her life. The Mississippi River and art of all kinds were brilliant continuing threads throughout her life. She was always sharing her passion and joy for all things art with others. Private cremation at Drake & Son Funeral Home. Memorial service to be determined in the near future. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the American Cancer Society or Treehouse Humane Society.
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I just learned that we lost Judith last year. She was a very dear friend of mine for 45 years. We shared a lot together, and she was the keeper of a lot of my secrets. We drifted into different lives in the last 15 years, and every year in our annual Christmas card exchange we promised that this year we woukd get together. Now there will be no more cards and no this year. Don't let life and friends slip away from you. My deepest sympathies to her sister, husband, and step children. She was an amazingly special person.
January 4, 2017
My dear friend Judith, you will always be in my heart and mind. We have shared many wonderful times together and created many memories over the nearly 40 years we have known one another. The warmth of these will always give me a glow of happiness even though you are no longer with us. My sincere thoughts go out to George, Gina and Susanna during this sad time. However, we were all so fortunate to have known you--a kind, positive, intelligent and gracious lady!
Love you always,
Elaine
Elaine A King
February 6, 2016
I am so grateful to have met Judith and wish we'd had more time together. She was a wonderful lady! My heart goes out to you, George and Gina, and all others who were enriched by being part of Judith's life. Much love, Molly
Molly Bryan
February 6, 2016
Such a very nice and friendly person. She will be missed greatly. She will be in our prayers always. My best to George and Gina for their loss.
Zenon Gawel
February 5, 2016
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