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Judith Ann Novgrod

1944 - 2016

Judith Ann Novgrod obituary, 1944-2016, Los Angeles, CA

BORN

1944

DIED

2016

Judith Novgrod Obituary

November 11, 1944 - November 21, 2016 Dr. Judith "Judy" Ann Novgrod, 72 years old, of Los Angeles passed away on November 21, 2016 at her home. Judy was born in Irvington, New Jersey on November 11, 1944 to parents Morris M. Novgrod and Margaret Murphy Novgrod. She loved the theater which led to her to spend many years in New York and later in Los Angeles where she exceled in the arts and theater over several fruitful decades. She remained active in theater community as a member of the Screen Actors Guild at the time of death. Judy decided, in the 90's, to change career path practicing a different type of artistic expression in the form of becoming a therapist. She is survived by her sister Debra Jane Novgrod and her spouse Sharon Bliss along with their son Andrew. She is also survived by her special friend, Donnie Watson, and her beloved cat Shasha. Her life can be summed up as: elegant, generous, kind, loving, trustworthy, unselfish, compassionate and above all, giving. A Celebration of Life gathering for Judy will be held on Wednesday from 10a.m. to 1p.m., November 30th, 2016 at Burton W. Chace Park, Pergola Structure, 13650 Mindanao Way, Marina Del Rey, CA 90292

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Published by Los Angeles Times on Nov. 29, 2016.

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Marion Belche

December 5, 2022

Judy was the most supportive person in my life of my endeavors in the theater. Which made it possible for me to continue and to teach which was a daunting artistic responsibility. i think of her often and I miss her.

Jeff Alan-Lee

November 23, 2022

I have dedicated the work in my acting book to the incredible artist and friend Judy Novgrod . The book is called, A Young Actor Prepares. I miss her dearly.

Marion Belcher

September 11, 2021

I have only just now learned of Judy's passing. She was my teacher at the Actors and Directors Lab and over the years we became friends. Though we lost touch when she moved back to the west coast, I think of her often. She was a generous and caring person. She taught me to understand sense memory, a valuable acting tool, as well as a tool for life itself.

Judy was such a lovely friend and my mentor for acting and teaching acting.

Jeff Alan-Lee

September 26, 2017

Jeff Alan-Lee

September 26, 2017

I send my love to the family. I'm heartbroken. She was my very first acting teacher at The Actors and Directors' Lab in New York and directed me in two plays here in Los Angeles. I currently act and use much of her teachings at my acting studio. Judy was so dear to me and I'm so sorry that she is no longer here. I loved her a lot.

Miki Herman

January 28, 2017

Dr. Judy was my long time friend and colleague. I am shocked and saddened by her passing. My sincere condolences to her family and Donny. She will be missed!

April McClellan

November 30, 2016

Sending love and prayers to Judy's family. I worked with her at TTC and was blessed by her kindness and love toward me. She was funny and so awesome to be around. I will miss her dearly. Praying for God's comfort to be with you the family/friends.

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Celebration of Life

10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Burton W. Chace Park, Pergola Structure

13650 Mindanao Way, Marina Del Rey, CA

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