Chicago Radio Icon Judy Markey Dies at 82 in Switzerland
Judy Markey, the legendary co-host of Chicago’s 'Kathy and Judy Show,' has died at age 82 following a voluntary assisted suicide in Switzerland. Markey, who battled a degenerative neurological disorder, chose to end her life on her own terms. Her final moments were marked by her characteristic wit, as she joked about needing stronger pain relief than Advil after eating a Snickers bar. The news was confirmed by the Chicago Sun-Times and reported by the New York Post, highlighting her status as a pioneering figure in radio and a beloved local institution.