Judith Prince Shine

August 2, 1942 – June 18, 2025

Judith Ann Prince Shine, a devoted mother, cherished grandmother, beloved great grandmother, and loving sister passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, after a life rich in love and family. Services will be held Tuesday, June 24, 2025, at Harper-Talasek Funeral Home in Belton, with a visitation starting at 10 am and funeral service immediately following at 11 am. Burial will be in North Belton Cemetery.

Born on August 2, 1942, in Lawton, Oklahoma, at Fort Sill Army Base, Judy was the treasured daughter of the late Master Sergeant (Retired) Howard Taft Prince I and Blanche Bledsoe Prince. Judy’s life was profoundly shaped by her unwavering dedication to her family, her faith, and a deep love for travel and adventure. She found immense joy in the life-long friendships she cherished while nurturing the connections she made throughout her journey.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, John Henry Shine Jr., of Spicewood, Texas. Their enduring legacy continues through their five sons: John Howard and his wife Raquel of Justin, Texas; Robert Lee and his wife Tracie of Jarrell, Texas; Michael Alan of Austin, Texas; Steven Scott and his wife Amy of Troy, Texas; and James Andrew and his wife Melinda of Liberty Hill, Texas.

Judy was also preceded in death by her parents and her brothers, Robert Dale Prince (USAF) of Allen, Texas, and The Honorable Brig. General, Howard Taft Prince II, (Retired), PhD, of Austin, Texas. She is survived by her loving sister, Linda Lou Prince Etheredge of Temple, Texas. Her greatest joys included her grandchildren: John Shine “JJ”, Stephanie Snyder, Michael L. Shine, Alex Shine, Jacob Shine, Anthony Gonzales, Seth Shine, and Akasha Rotella Shine (USN). Judy was also blessed with four greatgrandchildren: Preston, Kinsey, Henry, and Nora Snyder, and numerous step grandchildren and great grandchildren who all brought immeasurable happiness into her life.

Judy’s warmth, kindness, and unwavering love for her family and friends will be missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her. She leaves behind a beautiful legacy of strength, compassion, and enduring love.