Judy advised and taught me during my undergraduate at U of IA, and was genuinely a lovely spirit. I thought of her wise words and nurturing approach as well as her kindness often - she made such an impact on me and others. She is loved by so many.

I really can’t put into words how Judy made such a profound impact on my life. I met many people who knew and worked with Judy throughout her life and we all shared the same feelings for her. A heartfelt appreciation for who she was and how much she influenced the direction of our lives in such a positive and caring way.

I am deeply saddened by her passing and am forever grateful for having met her.

Eddie...so so many memories of both you and Judy. I came for my Masters in dance the fall of 1981. I was in your home for brunch, sat next to you on the bus heading to Madison ....Judy brought the joy. Every rehearsal, every meeting, every encounter. What a life force. May you feel support and love. Thank you for sharing this amazing woman. Kathryn smith

Ed so sorry for your loss

Eddie, I am so very sorry for your loss in Ms. Judy, the love of your life and one of the most gifted and influential teachers of dance and choreography. I am honored to have performed in her, “That All American Game” while she was teaching at the University of Iowa and in my undergrad in Dance. I can still remember the parting from the stage in the performance in which we threw our hats up into the air as the light was fading. Please know that I am thinking of you and all of your family at this time.

Ed, I was so very sorry to read this morning of Judy’s death. My positive thoughts and prayers are with you brother. You will be sustained by many wonderful memories!

When I think of Judy, I think of lemons…and not just any lemon, but Meyer Lemons. And if I ever get to California, the first thing I’ll do is to search out the closest lemon bar, walk in, order a Meyer lemonade, and toast Judy Allen.

I’ll also think of Judy whenever I’m walking down Clinton Street and I pass some guy whistling a Russ Morgan tune like ‘So Tired’, or when I hear a group of guys sitting around shooting the bull and one of them suddenly says, ‘you know, I wouldn’t give a bean to be a fancy pants marine!’. Singing vocals with Eddie and Johnson County Landmark at Hancher will always be one of the highest points of my life.

And, of course, if it hadn’t been for Judy, then Bill, Eddie, Jimmy and Gerry would just have been a Barber Quartet, since she always said that she put the ‘shop’ in ‘barbershop’.

I have often read about ‘angel choirs’, but my bet is they will soon have choreography to go along with the music. So sorry, Eddie, that she had to leave so soon.

Ed, I am so sorry to hear of Judy's passing. Love and hugs. Goodness, we just saw you not that long ago,

Best, Ed and Lois Crowley