SALO, Judith Lynn

Bradbury Memorial Center - Lake Havasu City, Arizona - Judith Lynn Bergland was born September 25th, 1939 to Jacob (Jack) Bergland and Josephine Elvira (Nee) Strandlund in Grand Forks, ND. She joined two brothers, Jarl Bergland and Roger Bergland, both now deceased. Judy worked as a carhop during her high school years. After graduating, she was ready to see the world, which her parents urged her to do. She had already seen much of the Western USA as the Berglands lived in a railroad car for families in the summer where her Mother took care of the kids and her Father operated a crane for the Great Northern railroad. After graduating from high school, Judy headed to Yellowstone National Park where she enjoyed working with people her age from all over the world. She slowly worked her way back to Grand Forks that Fall. Once home, she was urged by her parents to get more education. That started her exploration of nursing as a career. This journey began with taking classes at the local colleges; followed by joining the Army Air Corp where she served during the Cuban crisis while continuing to take additional nursing courses. After two years, Judy moved to North Carolina where she worked in a hospital and continued her education. She eventually moved back to Grand Forks and finished her nursing degree at UND. She also, with her husband, adopted 2 children. First, a daughter, Erika; 3 years later, a son, Joel (now deceased). Eventually, Judy's path led her to Montana as she always wanted to live near the Rocky Mountains. There, she married a rancher, Terry Salo, in 1983. They were married 43 years at the time of her passing. This began her adventures in cattle ranching. During this time, Judy also worked in nursing homes; meeting many friends along the way. After selling the ranch, she and Terry purchased a home in Arizona and became snowbirds for 27 years. Judy also worked doing foot clinics for the Havre and Great Falls hospitals during the summer months - she loved this job. Being a people person, she enjoyed the company of the people she worked with, and the people she worked for. Judy finally hung up her nursing license at age 81. She was a dear lady that was always ready for a new adventure. Judy will be deeply missed by all who knew her.