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2008
Judith Scearce Obituary
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for Judith Scearce
Pam Barger Owen
November 24, 2008
Jim, I have been away and just found out about your wife. I am so sorry and know how saddened you and family are . You were so much comfort to me when Tommy died, because you knew him through your business. Although I only met Judy one time when you two were together, by reading about her, I know what a treasure she was to you. If there is anything I can do, please do not hesitate to let me know, even if it is only to talk. I know how it feels. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Pam
Lori Dooley
November 23, 2008
I used to clean Judith's house a few years ago and recently learned of her passing. She was a beautiful soul who will be greatly missed... I will always remember her and her gorgeous piano that she loved, that she had recently got the last time I saw her and how could I forget her love of shoes... She will truly be missed by many. My deepest regards are with you all.
Kim Wolfe Hardy
November 15, 2008
Steve and I are saddened to hear of Judy's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family at this time of loss.
Clayton & Fran Horne
November 15, 2008
Our Deepest Sympathy to the Family.Our prayers and thoughts are for you.
Evansham Chapter#97
Wytheville
Agnes H Bailey
November 15, 2008
Jim and family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Judy was such a very special and kind person. I am so glad that we had our visit in September and had such a good time with all of our friends.
Love and prayers,
joyce holliday
November 15, 2008
sorry about your loss she was such a nice person. i had the pleasure in meeting judy for the first time on 11/08/2008 at grand lodge in richmond.
Norma Pohan
November 15, 2008
I have a lot of memories from working with Judy at Verizon, my favorite one is when her Birthday cake set off the sprinklers in the meeting room. My thoughts and Prayers are with the family.
Howard and Jeannette
November 14, 2008
Jim and family,
Judy is and will always be a special lady in our life. Although we have only known her for a few years, her grace, charm and smile will forever be with us.
Lois Wilson
November 14, 2008
Our deepest sympathy to you from Abingdon Chapter No. 182, OES.
Judy was very special, and she will be sadly missed.
Deborah Cornutt
November 14, 2008
Most Worshipful Jim and Family:
We hope it brings you some comfort to remember the joy that Judy brought to so many people. We hope it brings you solace to know that many people share your sorrow at Judy's passing.
Mark Cornutt, Worshipful Master Clover Hill Lodge # 253, and Deborah Cornutt
Dottie Sink
November 14, 2008
Jim and family,
Judy is with the Lord Jesus Christ and her mom and dad. Think of what she has seen. I have sweet memories of the Richardson/Craig family reunions when Bo and Claytor would be there with their beautiful girls. Judy and her sisters are my second cousins. I'm so sorry for the emptiness you and your family are feeling right now. Lean on the ones that love you. Christ was with Judy when she walked through "the valley of the shadow of death". The next time you see her, you will be with her forever.
Love,
Dottie Sink
(formerly with PMA)
Sarah, John-David, Joseph, and Nathan Ettore
November 14, 2008
While we can not be there for you in body, Uncle Jim and Cathy, we are there for you in spirit. Aunt Judy was a wonderful woman who will be sorely missed. You are in our thoughts and prayers everyday as you grieve her passing. May God Bless you and Rest in Peace, Aunt Judy!
Carolyn Day Etta Chapter #185 OES
November 14, 2008
Judy was a dear and special friend. Anyone who knew Judy knows what a loving, gracious person she was. I will always remember her for her love of helping others, dedication and devotion to her family and her Masonic family. Judy left this world a better place because she lived as God wants us to live...by the Golden Rule. Judy loved shoes and I can only imagine her in heaven wearing a new pair of beautiful shoes every day. Memories of Judy will live forever.... Your Fraternal Sister, Carolyn
Kimberly Barker
November 14, 2008
I am very sorry to hear of your loss. Judy was my team leader at Verizon. She will be missed by everyone that had the pleasure of meeting her. She had a special way of touching your heart. Please know you will be in my prayers.
Tammy (Armstrong) English
November 14, 2008
I am deeply sorry about your loss. Judy was one of the kindest people I have ever met. I feel blessed having known her. May God bless you all during this difficult time.
Martinsville Chatper No. 66
November 14, 2008
The Martinsville Chapter No. 66 sends it sincere thoughts and sympathy to you and your family.
The Officers & Members of Montrose Chapter #176 OES, Richmond
November 14, 2008
Thoughts of you and your family are in our hearts and prayers.
Heaven shines more brightly with the addition of Judy's star.
Tracie Evans
November 14, 2008
Jim,
I'm truly sorry for your loss. Judy was always so sweet to me when I saw her at Grand Lodge functions. She was a dear lady. My sisters worked with her at Verizon and they spoke so highly of her. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Joan Frost
November 14, 2008
Cathy: I cannot express my sorrow for your loss and pray that your heart will find peace in the days to come. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Susanne Webb
November 14, 2008
Some people come into our lives and quickly go.....
Others come and leave footprints on our hearts.....
And we are never the same.....
Judy has left her footprints on our hearts..she was so very kind to us always. Her beautiful smile and stories will stay with us forever. God bless you all...
Sue & Ray
Shenandoah Valley 76 OES; Gloria Miller & Max Wine WM & WP
November 14, 2008
Jim & Family
Please accept our sincere sympathies during this difficult time. God is looking upon you with favour and will give you peace. May he keep you in his everlasting love and comfort you. Star Love
Officers & Members of Page Chapter 24 OES; Anna Justice & Bill Mills WM & WP
November 14, 2008
Jim and Family
Our deepest sympathies are extended to you and your family. We will be keeping you in our prayers. May God place his loving hand on you and give you the strength you need for the future.
Janet Shell
November 14, 2008
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. I knew Judy from Verizon where she was a team leader, however , I never had the privilege of being on her team. I used to laugh and tell her she couldn't retire until I could have her as my team leader. I always enjoyed talking with Judy early in the morning before we started the day. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Jannet Turner
November 13, 2008
Jim
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time of the sudden loss of Judy. My late husband Fred Turner worked with Judy at Verizon and always thought so much of both of you.
Dee-Anne Dillon
November 13, 2008
Cathy and family,
I am so sorry for your sudden and unexpected loss. I cannot begin to imagine the pain that you must feel. I hope that you know that the Lord will give you peace and comfort when you turn to him. Your family will be in my prayers.
November 13, 2008
May God Bless each of you and may you be strengthed by her good memories, star love Jack and Dorothy Roach Cumberland chapter#170 and Occoquan chapter#59
Mary Burks
November 13, 2008
To Jane and Clyde Hartless,
We are so sorry for your loss. Please know our family is praying for you.
We thank you so much for being there for us through our recent loss.
Love you, Tracy, Mary and children
Maribeth Coleman
November 13, 2008
Mr. Scearce and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Judy at Bell Atlantic/Verizon and always enjoyed her warm smile which always got brighter when she spoke of her family. Her kindness to me will always be remembered and I will keep you in my prayers.
Linda Honig-Smith
November 13, 2008
Jim, my heart goes out to you at a time like this and I hope that the wonderful memories you and Judy shared all the years carry you through the days ahead. I worked with Judy for many years at Verizon both in Roanoke and Lynchburg. She was always talking about her Jim, her family and the good times they shared. Those that knew her will surely miss such a sweet lady.
Kelly Collier
November 13, 2008
Jim and Family,
I am very sorry to hear about Judy's passing, she was a very kind lady and I always enjoyed Cleaning your home, She will be greatly missed, my prayers are with you in this time of loss.
Frank & JoAn Peters
November 13, 2008
Jim:
Frank and I were so sorry to hear about our friend and sister. Sorry, we could not be with you, as we are out of town celebrating our 53rd Anniversary.
Vickie Westmoreland
November 13, 2008
Jim,
I just wanted you to know I am thinking about you and pray that God gives you strength and peace in dealing with this tragedy. Your love for your wife is like no other love and no other will ever share it!
Love to you and your family.
Officers and Members Roanoke Chapter VSCPA
November 13, 2008
Jim, the Roanoke Chapter of the Virginia Society of CPAs offers its deepest sympathy. You and your family are in our prayers.
Jack Purvis
November 13, 2008
My wife and I got to know Judith and Jim in the Grand Lodge. She was such a good and caring lady we will sadly miss. May the Lord be with Jim and always remember the wonderful times you had together.
In Love
Jack and Vicki Purvis (Waynesboro,Va.)
Janie Shepard
November 13, 2008
Judy was a beautiful lady and greatly admired and loved. I will so much miss her gentle smile and caring way but she will never be forgotten. I am thankful for the time shared with her at the HillCrest Chapter #159. Judy worked with my Mom at Verizon and knew my Dad through the Kazim. Judy's journey and work is only beginning for her. Lots of Hugs to you Jim and Jene for your lost. Everyone in the family are in my thoughts and I send my condolences.
Milnes #3 OES - Debbie & Dolan Housden, WM & WP
November 13, 2008
Jim and Family - Please accept our deepest sympathy on the loss of your loved one. We had such a wonderful night with Judy and you when you spoke at Ladies' Night for the Elkton and Shenandoah Masons. May God's everlasting love keep you strong and give you comfort and peace. Star Love
Robyn Altice
November 13, 2008
Dear Jim and family,
Judy has been a wonderful friend to my Mother for many years and my sister and I have fond memories of her from Job's Daughters. She was always so much fun.
Please send my love to Cathy and Nancy. Judy was a great role model for how to be a good Mother and Aunt. People like Judy are rare, I will always be grateful that my family counted her as a dear friend.
Please know you will be in our prayers.
Robyn Campbell Altice
Rick and Lynda Castle
November 13, 2008
Jim,
We are so sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Linda Hunley
November 13, 2008
I worked with Judy at Bell Atlantic/Verizon. She was such a lovely person. I used to see her a lot at Heironmus Dept Store in Towers Mall before it closed a few years ago. I was very shocked to hear of her untimely passing. She will surely be missed.
Ernest Edgell
November 13, 2008
Please accept our deepest sympathy on the loss of a truly lovely and special lady. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Elaine Roop
November 13, 2008
Jim & family,
I would like to extend my condolences to your family and let you know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Our Chapter has suffered a great loss and lost a true leader. However, our loss here on Earth is Heaven's gain. Judy will be sadly missed but eminently remembered.
Hillcrest Chapter #159
Becki Keyes
November 13, 2008
Jim, my deepest sympathies go out to you and your family for your tragic loss. I only knew Judy through your kind and loving words of her as you worked with me at WMS in the 1990's. My prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Roxanne Fox
November 13, 2008
I want to express my sincere thoughts to the family of Judy. I am so sorry for your loss.
Roxanne E. Fox
Worthy Matron
Mount Vernon Chapter #178
Randy Hullett
November 13, 2008
Jim & Family,
I have known Judy for 34 years through working at Verizon and she was a special friend to me and my entire family. My wife and I were deeply saddened to hear about this tragedy. My daughters who are now young adults called to make sure I had heard the sad news. Judy had even touched their lives when they were toddlers and occasionally visited me at work. She always had a special treat for them! That was Judy - sharing her big heart with others.
May God bless you and comfort you.
David & Carlene Buck
November 13, 2008
So many suffer your loss, Jim, and especially me. I am so thinkful we visited in September! You and Judy have always been family to us. She was always eager to help and you eager to cook (I loved it). Always remember the good times and the love you and Judy bestowed to others. Our regrets to you and your family. Love, Carlene and David
Mary Hertless
November 13, 2008
We were so sorry to hear the news about Judy. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time.
Mary and Bob Hertless
WM & WP Mizpah Chapter #32
Debbie & Keith Oquinn of Desert Sands Shrine Club
November 13, 2008
Mr. Scearce;
Keith and I wish to extend our condolences to you and your family. We admit we barely knew Judy but we can honestly say that she was always so sweet and kind when we attended functions at Kazim Temple. We are sure she will be greatly missed by many. Again, we extend our sincere condolences.
Corinne Statzer
November 13, 2008
Judy was kind enough to allow me to be her personal page at Grand Chapter.
Her kindness made a big impression to me, and She will always hold a Special place in my heart. She was a very dear sweet Lady.
Helen and Joe (Maddux) Omlor
November 13, 2008
Dear Jim, I always look at the Roanoke paper at work daily and was shocked to read about your sudden loss. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Catina Webb -Electa #33
November 13, 2008
I was shocked by this news and am deeply saddened. I met Judy through Eastern Star. She was a beautiful, kind, wonderful woman. The presence of she and Jim at our meetings brought a great deal of warmth and comfort.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Officers and Members McDaniel Lodge No:86 A. F. & A. M.
November 13, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Leta & Patrick Shannon
November 13, 2008
Pat and I are shocked and deeply sorry for your loss. It's hard to believe that she and I were just talking on Sunday about being matrons again.
This is a real tragedy for everyone. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time.
Pat Shannon, DDGM, 14B
Leta Shannon, PM, Warwick #43, OES
Bill and Jean Hendricks
November 13, 2008
Our deepest sympathy to you all. We enjoyed Judy--she was charming and fun, with a delightful sense of humor. It's a sad day for us all but we will always remember her with positive thoughts and warm feelings.
Jean Atkins
November 13, 2008
I used to work with Judy at Verizon and she was always the sweetest person. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
ray dull
November 13, 2008
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Carol Day
November 13, 2008
Jim & Family We cant begin to tell you what a loss this is to Bob & I & the the whole state of Masons, Eastern Star & Shriners who knew her. She was a wonderful kind & gentle person.
Mechanicsville Chapter #138 OES
November 13, 2008
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Ed Gilmurray
November 13, 2008
I worked with Judy for several years with the phone company and have yet to meet a sweeter and more caring lady. She spoke often of her husband, Jim and family, so it was obvious she was surrounded by loving people. She appreciated all of her blessings. God Bless you!!
Gay Kestner
November 13, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Please let me know if there is anything I can do. Love Gay
Dan Myers- 40th 2004
November 13, 2008
MW Jim and Family,
I was shocked to hear of your loss. Lady Judy was a lovely and gracious person, a true asset to humanity and the world as we know it. May God be with you and your's
in the days to come.
Robin Haas
November 13, 2008
To everyone in Judy's family:
I have known Judy since I was in Job's Daughters - my special memories will be with her as my Bethel Guardian when I was Honored Queen in 1972-1973. We had such a wonderful time and I know I had such a successful term because of her guidance and friendship. She is one of the adults from Bethel 7 that will always be a special adult in my teenage life and then in my life when our paths crossed again in Eastern Star. I know I do not have to tell you what a gracious person she was and our Eastern Star family is extremely saddened by her loss. We have lost a dear sister but her memory will live in our hearts always.
May each of you find comfort and peace in the wonderful memories of Judy and bless you in your time of mourning and in the healing of your hearts.
In love and friendship,
Robin Perdue Haas
Dan & Cindy Surface (Marion Chapter No. 72, OES)
November 13, 2008
Jim & Family,
We were shocked and deeply saddened at the news of Judy's death. Please accept our sympathy. You and your family are certainly in our prayers.
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