Judy Waters Thigpen, 85, of Kinston passed away on Thursday, March 9, 2023 at UNC Lenoir Health Care. Visitation will be held 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Sunday, March 12, 2023 at Garner Funeral Home. Graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, March 13, 2023 at Pinelawn Memorial Park with Rev. Jimmy Sowers officiating.