Judy Amuso

Judy Amuso, born in Sarasota March 16, 1936, to Byrd Douglas Pearson and Kate Brosard Pearson, passed peacefully in her Sarasota home with family August 15, 2023. She is survived by her brother Byrd Douglas Pearson and wife Shirley, her sons Lance and Mark, her grandchildren Nolan, Cameron, Rachel, Beau, Travis, Pearson and her four great-grandchildren. She was married to Guy Amuso, deceased spring of 2014, for 57 years. Judy was a faithful member of Incarnation church, a member of Daughters of the American Revolution, worked for multiple local financial institutions primarily in human resources, and regularly offered pro-bono services after retirement. Her father was the Sheriff of Sarasota County from 1939 to 1953 and Judy grew up in the courthouse. She often told stories describing her experiences living across the hall from the jail and prisoners (photos can be found in the Law and Order Café). Judy graduated in 1954 from Sarasota High where she was regarded as a popular student, captain of the basketball team, cheerleader, and later chaired many high school reunions. Judy remained close with her friends from school throughout her life. Judy was known as “Granny” to her grandchildren, and many “adopted” grandchildren; her love for her grandchildren was obvious to all. She encouraged each of her grandchildren to think they were her favorite! Her original family home was frequented by family and friends. She shared her Wilkinson home and Withlacoochee cabin with all. She loved company and parties, and the kitchen back door was always open to friends and family. Judy very much enjoyed gardening and could often be found tending to her beautiful property. She loved cooking and sharing her knowledge with her sons and grandchildren. She was an avid reader, traveler, cooking show enthusiast, and athletics supporter, especially the Florida Gators. Judy continued to share experiences and live her life to the fullest, despite struggling through a challenging illness in recent years. Judy was a sister, a mother, a friend, and a leader. She was caring, loving, selfless, and very much the soul of her family. She will be missed greatly by friends and family. A memorial service will be held September 8th at 9:30am at Incarnation with reception following at the Finnegan Center Incarnation Catholic Church 2901 Bee Ridge Rd, Sarasota, FL 34239 Please do not send flowers to family rather make a donation to Tidewell Hospice. Thank you!

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Judy Amuso

March 16, 1936 - August 15, 2023