Judith Catherine Nyberg “Judy”, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on November 8, 2026.

Judy was born on December 13, 1943, in Des Moines, Iowa, to William D. and Thelma L. Lytle and grew up on a farm near Granger. Farm life taught her the value of hard work and caring for others. When her mother became seriously ill during Judy’s teenage years, Judy took on the responsibilities of preparing meals, helping with chores, and looking after her younger siblings, Bill and Carol.

Judy graduated from Granger High School in 1961 and earned a business degree from the American Institute of Business in Des Moines in 1963. She began her professional career at the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, where she met Julius “Sonny” Satre. They married and had two children, Julianne and Jonathan.

To take advantage of a work schedule that offered “mother’s hours,” Judy joined The Bankers Life, which later became The Principal Financial Group. Her career there spanned 30 years. She developed strong computer skills and went on to teach others to use personal computers and Lotus 1-2-3. As a department leader, she earned the respect of her colleagues, many of whom became lifelong friends.

On January 3, 1987, Judy married Randy, beginning a marriage that would span nearly 40 years. Together, they built a life centered on faith, family, hard work, and love.

Judy’s faith in Jesus Christ was the foundation of her life. She often said, “If you don’t have faith, you don’t have anything.” She lived that faith through the way she treated others—with love, respect, generosity, and compassion. She was a member of the Ankeny First United Methodist Church. Family and friends always held a special place in her heart, and celebrations and holiday gatherings brought her lasting joy.

Judy and Randy shared a love of travel and adventure. She enjoyed their trips to Europe, South America, Polynesia, Hawaii, and Alaska, as well as flying together on their Piper airplane. Closer to home, she loved dining out with her Ladies Night Out friends, gathering with her yoga group, and sharing good conversations. An enthusiastic reader, Judy especially enjoyed mysteries. She was a skilled cook and baker with a fondness for Italian food—especially pizza and gelato. Music brought her comfort and pleasure, particularly the voice of Andrea Bocelli.

Those who knew Judy best will remember her sincere kindness, sense of humor, and generosity. She made a lasting difference in many lives, was deeply loved, and will be remembered forever.

She is survived by her husband, Randall Nyberg; daughter, Julianne (Larry) Taylor; son, Jonathan (Jennifer) Satre; brother, Bill (Linda) Lytle; sister, Carol Danielson; ten grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandson.

In keeping with Judy’s wishes, a private, modest remembrance ceremony will be held. Those who wish to make a donation in her memory are invited to consider her favorite charities, the Food Bank of Iowa https://foodbankiowa.org or the Ankeny First United Methodist Church https://www.ankenyfirst.org.