Judy Anne Lamb

Judy Anne Lamb, age 86 of Talbott, Tennessee went home to be with the Lord on October 15, 2026, surrounded by her loving family in the comfort of her home.

She was saved at an early age at Mitchell Springs in Rutledge. She was a devoted member of Mary’s Chapel United Methodist Church and Mt. Pleasant United Methodist Church, where she faithfully served for countless years. She dedicated much of her life to sharing God’s love with others through teaching Sunday school, Vacation Bible School, and children’s church, as well as her involvement in United Methodist Women (UMW). Her love for the Lord was evident in the way she lived her life and the many lives she touched along the way.

In addition to her dedication to her church, Judy served for several years as president of the Women’s Auxiliary of the National Rural Letter Carriers’ Association.

Judy cherished her family. She leaves behind a legacy of love, faith, and treasured memories that will continue to live on through the generations who were blessed to know and love her.

She was preceded in death by her parents, James and Drama Hammer of Bean Station; her first husband, Marvin Rich of Bean Station; her second husband, Billy G. Lamb of Talbott; her brothers, Dallas and Allen Hammer; and her sister-in-law, Kathryn Hammer.

She is survived by her daughter, Kim Hodge of Talbott; and her son, Mark (Pam) Rich of Bean Station. Her beloved grandchildren include Hannah (Davon) Sexton of Morristown, Marvin (Amber) Rich of Bean Station, Kara (Ryan) Callear of Sweetwater, and Kayla (Keaton) Mayle of Talbott. She is also survived by her cherished great-grandchildren, Benjamin Sexton, Ivan Sexton, Scarlett Sexton, and Kinley Mayle.

Additional survivors include her sister, Pam (James “Bug”) Brantley; her brothers, Melvin Hammer and Mike Hammer; sister-in-law, Judy Hammer; her special niece, Kelsey Brantley; several other nieces and nephews; and God son’s Reece Watkins and Roger Watkins.

The family would like to express their heartfelt appreciation to UT Hospice nurse Brittany Mason for her compassion, kindness, and exceptional care during Judy’s final days. They would also like to thank her CNA, Jessica Defreese, for the wonderful care and support she provided.

The family will receive friends on Sunday, October 18, 2026, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. at Farrar Funeral Home in Jefferson City, Tennessee, with the funeral service immediately following.

A graveside service will be held on Monday, October 19, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at Jefferson Memorial Gardens.

Arrangements by Farrar Funeral Home in Jefferson City, TN