Judith Kay Westerman

I worked for Judy at Pocket Books. Judy was so smart, capable and truly a good person. She cared about others deeply. She will be missed.

I worked with Judy at Pocket Books/Simon & Schuster in the 1980's. She was a lovely person, a trustworthy friend and employee -- a fine and good person. My sincere condolences to her family and friends. Liz Hartman

My sad condolences to Ed, Tom, Jenny, and everyone in the Silver and Westerman families. The depth of your loss matches the depth of Judy's impact throughout her life.
Sending strength, peace, and love,
Gayle Steiner

I'd known Judy since the fall of 1973. I'd met her brother, Scott, in the dorm at Michigan State at that time and he and I've been great friends since. Judy was always interesting to talk to and never failed to ask how I or my family was doing. I loved hearing of Judy's publishing industry adventures and once, while on a NYC visit with Scott and Colleen, my wife and I visited Judy at her place in the city that she shared with several others. God bless her wonderful spirit and we keep the...

Judy and I were housemates in Ann Arbor when she pursued her degree in library science and the rest of us attended law school. I'll never forget how her smile warmed my heart and her kindness and humor lifted my spirits. Just being her, she made our house feel like a home. We stayed in touch ever since then, and I followed the news of her beautiful family with joy. Please accept my heartfelt condolences, and know that I will always hold Judy in my heart.

Judy was an amazing person. I attended the Unitarian Universalist Society with her for several years in the mid-2000s and taught religious education there for a time. So sad to hear of her passing. What a wonderful tribute written by her brother. Prayers and condolences to Judy and her family.