Judith "Judy" A. Elens (Zeleznik), age 84, of Hilliard, Florida, passed away on June 3, 2025. She was born on June 28, 1940, in Joliet, Illinois and graduated from J.T.H.S. in 1958. Judy and Bill got married on August 8, 1959, and started a beautiful life together that included moving around while Bill was serving in the United States Navy. She got her master's degree from Lewis University and became a Special Ed Biology teacher at J.T. West High School in Joliet, Illinois. After five years of teaching, Judy and Bill decided to go into business on their own. They became owners of the Timber Lodge in Colorado Springs, Colorado, then the Renaissance Book Store in Mesa, Arizona. After that, the JuBil Bookstore in Jacksonville, Florida. Then finally the Overnite RV Park in Amarillo, Texas. Judy was preceded in death by her parents, Louis and Margaret (Spice) Zeleznik.

Judy is survived by her loving husband of 65 years, William "Bill" Elens; son, David (Audrey) Elens of Loveland, CO.; daughter, Catherine Lucero of Jacksonville, FL.; four grandchildren, Sarah (Logan) Dodridge, Neal Elens, Ariel (Steve) Trosell, Anthony Lucero; and brothers, Jim (Carol) and Joe (Sandy).

The tribute above was prepared by Judy's loving family.

A Graveside Service for Judy will be held on Thursday, June 12, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. at Jacksonville National Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers donations can be made in her memory to the charity of your choice, or to the Community Hospice, 4266 Sunbeam Road, Jacksonville, Fl. 32257, 904-268-5200. The arrangements are under the care and direction of Nassau Funeral Home, 541720 US-1, Callahan, Florida 32011. 904-879-1770. Visit www.nassaufh.com to sign the family's guest book.