Jude Hockman, 68, of Tonasket, WA died in the early morning of December 14 ^th , 2014 losing an unexpected battle with cancer.  She passed away in the home of granddaughter, Alexandra Hockman and she also leaves behind a daughter, Jean Hockman (aunt to Alexandra), a sister Susan Belger and many friends.  Jude came to Tonasket in 1999 with Alexandra to begin a new life.  She participated in Market Fair, a group of businesses that resided in what is now Christina's Furniture Shop.  She went to school in Wenatchee to become a barber and owned a storefront on Tonasket Main Street as The Lady Barber.  Even after retiring the business she was active in the community- She would attend the local spring Farmer's Market selling doggie treats and her hand-made knitted goods.  Jude was a wonderful person who was full of adventure, forgiveness, kindness and spirit.  She will be missed dearly.

A memorial service will be held at the Cultural Community Center of Tonasket on Wednesday January 7 ^th , 2015 6:00 – 8:00 PM.  It will be a potluck and all friends of Jude are welcome.