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Judith Ann Vardanega
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Judith Vardanega Obituary
Judy was born June 20, 1938 in St. Louis, Missouri the daughter of Joseph and Adelle (Kuczma) Marchlewski. She was united in marriage to Edward Vardanega on January 26, 1957 in St. Louis.
She is survived by two daughters, Diane Wall and her husband Michael Wayne of Charleston and Theresa Bocklage and her husband Michael James of Washington, Missouri; one son, Michael Joseph Vardanega and his wife Dalette of Highland, Illinois; three grandchildren, David Moore and Stephen Moore, both of St. Louis and Maria Vardanega of Highland; two stepgrandchildren, Sam Gann and Joe Gann of St. Louis; two brothers, Ronald Marchlewski and his wife Shirley of Hannibal, Missouri and Gerald Marchlewski and his wife Joan of St. Louis; and a large extended family. Judy was preceded by her parents; her husband Edward who passed away July 6, 1993; and a brother, Joseph Marchlewski.
Judy's family requests that in lieu of flowers, Memorials in her honor be made to the Charleston Food Pantry. Gifts may be left on the Memorial Table at the Visitation or Funeral Mass or mailed to Adams Funeral Chapel, 2330 Shawnee Drive, Charleston, IL 61920.
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Donna Kahren
May 18, 2025
Aunt Judy. How I loved her. She was married to my uncle Eddy who I proposed marriage to at about age four. He told me to ask again in 20 years. Unfortunately Judy was older and won. She was so pretty! Always smiling and adored her husband and family. We laughed a lot and she was always a positive and caring aunt. I even remember her Xmas present for me, a sweet bracelet. The children they had were just brilliant and positive. They were my first baby settling jobs. Diane looked like me and I felt complimented. I remember once Eddy and Judy were painting their house white and Diane drank some thinking it was milk. That was something none of us forgot. So many memories! Theresa was sensitive and sweet and a bit quiet. Michael looked like Eddy as a child. Our grandmother Marie prized those three. My own family traveled a lot so I left St Louis at about 13. Judy was the heart of their family while Uncle Eddy was the soul. Sending memories, love, and admiration to the family. Judy is with God and Eddy so she is at peace. Loved her dearly.
Chuck Vedder
November 15, 2005
Your family is in my prayers. Judy was a great friend and co-worker. We will miss her every much. If I know Judy she is now in Heaven tending in God's personal garden. I learned so much from your mom on gardening. I'll miss her passion for nature. God bless your family. Chuck Vedder
Mary Hill
November 15, 2005
Diane & Theresa,
You and your families are in my thoughts and prayers. I will always remember Judy very fondly in my heart. We had some good times while working together at Ansehl.
I will remember our trip together when we drove to Georgia. She made sure we had plenty of snacks in the car. And she was surprised how quickly we made it to Paducaugh, KY where we stopped for breakfast. She said that she could not believe anyone could beat Ed's time for driving that distance.
Your mom was very dear to many people.
May God hold you in His arms and comfort you at this time. Remember the good times.
Cindy Biederman
November 15, 2005
Dear Diane, Teresa and Mike, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. She will always be in our memories.
Wtih love, Aunt Kathy, Janet, Cindy, Jeff and Krista
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Dr. and Mrs. Richard Larson
November 15, 2005
Our deepesy sympathy to the family. God be with you.
Lissa Higelmire
November 14, 2005
Diane,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this difficult and trying time.
Lissa
Dan Moore
November 14, 2005
You are in the thoughts and prayers of Mom and I. May the enduring memories that we all have of her bring strength and comfort. Let the knowingness that she is reunited with Ol' Blue bring peace to your hearts. We will see everyone Wednesday.
Dan and Ann
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