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1942
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2016
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Judith Rodenizer Obituary
Beloved Mother, Grandmother and Friend
WESTMINSTER -- Judith A. Rodenizer passed away at home on November 3, 2016. She was born in Leominster on March 17, 1942 and raised by her loving parents, Henry C. Ouellette and Zola Mae (Pelletier) Ouellette.
She leaves two sons, Ty Rodenizer from Maine and Robert Rodenizer from Fitchburg. She leaves grandchildren Ryan Rodenizer, Cheyenne O'Brian, Dale Clark, Amanda Clark, Nicholas Clark and Kaylee Clark. She also leaves William O. Wintturi, her significant other, and Service Dog Cody.
Judy worked for the Town of Westminster as an Administrative Assistant for the Department of Public Works for 31 years and as a part-time Police Officer for many years. She also worked for NEADS for Deaf and Disabled Americans as a trainer in the Prison Pup Program at NCCI Gardner.
She enjoyed participating in equestrian events, obedience and tracking trials and painting with her friends.
RODENIZER -- A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, November 8, 2016, at 10:00 am, in the Woodside Cemetery, 9 Narrows Road, Westminster, MA.
The Westminster Chapel of the Sawyer-Miller-Masciarelli Funeral Homes, 123 Main Street, Westminster, MA, has been entrusted with Judy's funeral arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her name to: Compensate Care ALS, P.O. Box 1052, W Falmouth, MA 02574; NEADS for Deaf and Disabled Americans - Veterans, P.O. Box 1100, Princeton, MA 01541; Veterans, Inc., 14A Bates Rd., Devens, MA 01434; Montachusett Veterans Outreach Center, Inc., 268 Central St., Gardner, MA 01440; VFW, 3 Eaton St., Westminster, MA 01473 or Our Father's House, Inc., P.O. Box 7251, Fitchburg, MA 01420.
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Anita Collins
October 29, 2024
I still think of you often. You were a person that I will never forget. Thank you for being a friend. Anita
Anita Collins
October 29, 2023
I think of you often my friend.
ann jones
November 2, 2017
Beautiful little Judy is 9 months old and her training is going well. Watch over us, my friend. I miss you dearly.
Love,
Annie
Linda Maxwell
November 29, 2016
Judy was a fantastic friend & neighbor. She always had a smile and kind words to say. We shared many laughs over the years that I will treasure forever. Her strength in difficult times is like none I have witnessed before. I just received news of her passing & deeply regret missing her service. Judy lives on forever in the many fond memories that we all have of her.
Ryan Rodenizer
November 8, 2016
My Meme Judy was the kind of person who could get along with anyone.
I will always remember her for her etiquette and the way she treated others from all walks of life as well as her sense of humor that made her great company at any occasion.
She was kind, practical and could be counted on. She set a great standard for our family, with big shoes to fill.
As a young boy I learned a lot of things from her, and she played a large role in who I am. She taught me to be a gentleman and she sparked my love for computers by teaching me what and how to use a computer when I was a young boy. These skills are now the basis for my Career.
She also taught me how to cook various pies and pastries and I will never forget weekends with her cooking eggs and toast while standing on a chair, or the time I used the whole shaker of salt on our eggs. We ate them anyway
Her love for animals, dogs in particular also shines bright. She brought her love, and compassion together during her years with NEADS, and her contribution to their programs for veterans and others is a true achievement, one that brings great pride to our family.
She loved her family, her country, baseball, and her Service Dog Cody who was also by her side to her last breath.
May the wind always be at your back and the sun upon your face, and may the wings of destiny carry you aloft to dance with the stars.
Ann Jones
November 7, 2016
My mentor, teacher, and friend.
Thank you for sharing your passion and love for those in need. You treated all you met with dignity and respect. I will treasure our times together and the many laughs we shared. Rest my friend...I'll see you at the Rainbow bridge.
Love,
Annie
Pam Murray
November 7, 2016
Rest in Peace Judy
Maureen Vanderhoof
November 6, 2016
The angels have taken Judy to her heavenly resting place. No one should ever have to endure an illness such as ALS. Judy never sought sympathy but carried on with acceptance, courage, understanding, appreciation, humor, and love for Bill, her family, friends, and Cody and Dixie. The gleam in her smile with never be forgotten. She was a very special person who will be deeply missed.
Pamela Frattallone
November 6, 2016
I will always remember doing dog tracking with Judy. We would spend hours waiting for the tracks to age, eating onion soup and solving the problems of the world. She was funny and kind and wise and we would talk about everything. I pray she is at peace now and with her beloved Suki Baby. God blessings on her and wonderful Billy who made her last days as comfortable as possible
Richard Smith
November 5, 2016
Hilda and I were shocked to read of Judy's passing. She was my first cousin 2 times removed. The last time we saw her was in 1993 and we had dinner with Judy and Zola and spent a very enjoyable time visiting together.
She was interested in genealogy at that time and I shared a lot of information with her.
Sadly, the last time I heard from her was when Zola passed. We miss Zola.
She and Judy were our las connection to the Smith Family in Leominster and Westminster. She used to call us and visit regularly. Judy told me that she was going to continue her mother's custom. I don't know what happened, but she didn't.
Hilda and I have lived in Texas since 1972 but it is our intention to be buried at Woodside Cemetery in the Smith lot (my grandparents). Perhaps we shall be close to Judy.
Sergeant always loved you Judy. Thanks for this photo.
Anita Collins
November 5, 2016
You will surely be missed Judy. You were a one of a kind person. You had such a big heart and so much love for the NEADS program and the prison pup Program.I am so glad that I had the privilege of knowing you. Until I see you again. With Love, Anita
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