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Judith Gibson Obituary
Judy's love affair with Fred began at Wellesley High School, with both graduating in 1953. Married over 56 years, they raised their family in Needham. While being a fulltime mom to her children, Judy worked as the Secretary at the Carter United Methodist Church of Needham. When Fred became Fire Chief of Marshfield and they moved to Marshfield, Judy worked 9 years in the insurance field. Over these years Fred and Judy kept a summer cottage in the Berkshires and in 1990 retired to the new home they built on this property in Worthington. For 15 wonderful years Judy and Fred enjoyed the "country" life while gaining new, lifelong friends. She stayed busy by working part time at the Worthington Hilltown Community Health Center. Judy was an active member of the Worthington Congregational Church and a bell choir member. Escaping mountain winters, but staying close to friends and family, Fred and Judy settled in Southampton in 2005. Judy remained active by donating her time at local blood drives, Book club, and at the First Congregational Church of Southampton. Judy enjoyed music from Tanglewood to local opera, walking, line dancing, and spending time with her friends and family. Judy's deep empathy, gracious love, and encouragement in support of her children and grandchildren will be greatly missed.
Judy is survived by her children, William Gibson and wife Erica of Petaluma, CA., David Gibson and wife Martha of Douglas, MA., and Marianne Martin of Auburn, MA., seven grandchildren, two great grandchildren, brother in-law Philip Gibson and family, and three nieces. A Celebration of Judy's Life will be held at a later date for family and friends. Burial will be at the convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers, gifts in Judy's memory may be given to Care Dimension Hospice House 125 Winter Street Lincoln MA or Bay State VNA and Hospice, PO Box 99058 Springfield MA 01102. Mitchell Funeral Home of Easthampton is in charge of arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
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Joan Fitzpatrick
February 24, 2021
We were neighbors of Fred and a Judy In Southampton....neighbors who quickly became friends. She was a wonderful lady, quiet and unassuming, with a wonderful sense of humor. We are sorry for your loss.
Joan and Bill Fitzpatrick
LeAnn Mason
November 28, 2020
Judy, you were one amazing person, Soo remember you coming to the sugar house, a lot ! . Always looked forward to seeing you. Think you were one of our firsts at the restaurant ❤ Rest my friend
Sarah Metcalf
November 22, 2020
Aunt Judy was always a lovely lady. So kind and gentle and loving. I have very fond memories of her growing up. Seeing her and Uncle Fred at the camp was a highlight of our family time there. She will be missed by all.
Philip G Gibson
November 22, 2020
I could not find a more gracious, kind lady for a sister in law. She will greatly missed.
Sara and Joel Upton
November 21, 2020
So many memories have glued us together for the past 30 years. Judy and Fred are life long friends.
JONI SLOWICK
November 20, 2020
YOU CAME INTO MY LIFE EIGHT YEARS AGO AN BECAME MY DEAREST FRIEND, I AM AT A LOSS WITH OUT YOU JUDY, YOU WILL NEVER BE REPLACED IN MY LIFE. FROM YOUR SOUL SISTER, JONI.
Darlene Matyoka
November 20, 2020
Judy Is a great loss to the Southampton COA. She was very active always doing some sort of charity work. She will be missed by all who knew her. And one special thing that I will remember is her soft spoken voice, so angelic like. Rest In Peace my friend!
Dorothy DeRose
November 20, 2020
Judy was a woman of grace and giving spirit. She loved her family. She will be missed by us all at Pomeroy Village.
Maxine Brodeur
November 20, 2020
Quiet and unassuming. Sadly missed by all who knew her.
Maxine Brodeur
November 20, 2020
Judy was a dear neighbor and friend. I will miss our quiet sunset chats on our patios or front porches, discussing what women discuss. I know she will be missed at our owners “Gazebo” gathering called our “Therapy Sessions”. Rest In Peace my friend.
Betty Ussach-Schwartz
November 20, 2020
Judy was a woman of grace, dignity, intelligence and warmth. I will miss sharing our love of Tanglewood and the Metropolitan Opera transmissions.
My sincere condolences to her family that I know she loved dearly.
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