Adel, Georgia - Judy Ann Cribb Tripp Annis, 81, passed away peacefully on February 10, 2026, at her home surrounded by family. She was born January 17, 1945, to Charles Romie Cribb and Doris Irene Luke Cribb. Raised in Cook County, Judy was a graduate of Cook High School, Class of 1963.

She earned her Bachelor's Degree in Education from Valdosta State College in 1973 and her Master's Degree in 1978. Judy served in education for over 30 years, including 29 years as Media Specialist at Cook High School.

Judy enjoyed genealogy, poetry, dancing with her husband Gene, watching birds, and spending time with her family—especially her great-grandchildren.

She is survived by her husband of 28 years, Hoyt Eugene "Gene" Annis of Adel; her son, Richard "Ricky" Tripp (Sherrie) of Hahira, GA; her daughter, Susan Tripp Chastain (Roger) of Adel, GA; her stepson, Glenn Annis (Lea) of Moultrie, GA; grandchildren: Corey (Anna) Tripp, Hunter Vickers, Colton Tripp, Jared Miller, Hannah Chastain, Natalie Chastain, Sawyer Chastain, Clay Weeks, and Elly Annis; great-grandchildren: Lainee Kerce, Drew Michalski, Parker Tripp, Paige Tripp, Callie Tripp, Blaire Tripp, Waylon Sapp, Ridge Tripp, Brycen Miller, and Ella Tripp; and her sister Roma Jo Cribb Newbern (Sandy) Cooper of Poulan, GA, along with several other family members.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles Romie Cribb and Doris Irene Cribb, and her stepdaughter, Brenda Weeks.

The family will receive friends Saturday, February 14, 2026, at 10:00 AM at Boone Funeral Home, Inc. (1804 S. Hutchinson Ave. in Adel). A memorial service will immediately follow at 11:00 AM in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Beau Washburn officiating.

Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.boonefunerals.com. Boone Funeral Home, Inc. has been entrusted with all services.