Judith A. Mastrocola, aged 78, passed away on January 19, 2022, in Chilton, Wisconsin. Born on June 29, 1943, in Detroit, Michigan, she was the daughter of the late Ann and Robert Deits. Judith was a beloved matriarch, deeply cherished by her family, including her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. She was known for her generosity and willingness to help others, often providing shelter to those in need through the Thunderbird Motel, which she and her husband, Joseph Mastrocola, operated for many years.
The circumstances surrounding Judith's death were tragic and shocking. On the morning of January 19, 2022, Judith and her son, Matthew Moore, aged 54, were found dead in their home on North Madison Street in Chilton. The investigation, led by the Chilton Police Department with assistance from multiple agencies, revealed that the deaths were the result of a murder-suicide. According to the Fond du Lac County Medical Examiner's Office, both Judith and Matthew died from single gunshot wounds. The investigation concluded that Matthew shot and killed his mother before turning the gun on himself.
The case was thoroughly investigated by local and state authorities, including the Wisconsin Department of Justice Division of Criminal Investigation, the Calumet County Sheriff's Office, and the Fond du Lac Police Department. The findings were based on physical evidence and witness interviews, which confirmed the sequence of events leading to the tragic deaths. The Chilton Police Chief, Craig Plehn, publicly shared the conclusions of the investigation in a press release on March 22, 2022, expressing gratitude to all the agencies involved for their diligent work.
There were no arrests or ongoing litigations related to Judith's death, as the case was determined to be a murder-suicide. The community of Chilton was deeply affected by the incident, and Judith's family and friends mourned the loss of a woman who had touched many lives with her kindness and compassion.
