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March 8, 2015
Judy was a great person who will be greatly missed. I was friends with her and her brother Freddy when we were young. My sympathy to her family. Carol Belletieri DeStefano
Diana Skowronski
February 24, 2015
I am so saddened to have just come across this. I didn't know Judi for too long, but I did know instantly that she had an amazing spirit. I was an employee of the American Heart Association and I ran the Go Red For Women Luncheon that Judi spoke at. She did an incredible job not only sharing her story but also moving the attendees to support the cause with her contagious passion. I spent time with Judi over what should have been meetings to plan fundraisers that ended up being a little bit of that and more chit chatting and laughing. When I accepted another job I most dreaded breaking the news to Judi, more than my boss or colleagues, because I didn't want to let her down. Of course when I did tell her she was gracious and supportive. We kept in touch on and off over the last year and a half and knowing of her diagnosis I was concerned when I didn't hear back from her over the holidays. Since then I have thought of Judi from time to time wondering how she was doing and my heart sank when I came across this today. To Judi's family, though I never got the chance to meet you, please accept my most sincere condolences. Judi was truly a rare and beautiful soul.
Mary Anne & Phil Looby
February 11, 2015
Dear Tom, Cara, TJ and families, I was so sorry to hear of the loss of your wife and mom. She was a sweetheart and I always enjoyed seeing her when we were involved in projects together at the Cathedral. I will keep you all in my prayers as you travel this difficult road. May the Lord bless you all during this time of sorrow and may Judi rest in peace.
February 10, 2015
Tom,
I am so sorry to hear about Judi's passing.
My heartfelt sympathy to you, TJ, Cara and their families.
Crystal Doney
Alan Esper
February 7, 2015
Tom...I am extremely sorry for your loss. Spending a lifetime with the one you love is truly a gift. Losing them is beyond description. My wife Debbie and I wish to express our deepest sympathy to you and your family. You are all in our hearts and prayers. I know the brotherhood has reached out to you and expressed their condolences. Let us know if there is anything that you may need.
Sincerely and always...Alan and Debbie Esper
John and Lucy Petritsch
February 7, 2015
Tom
We are very sorry to hear about the loss of your wife. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. God bless you.
Scott & Linda Mitchell
February 7, 2015
Tom and family,
Sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Angie Palko
February 6, 2015
Uncle Tom, Cara and TJ...Sending all my love and deepest sympathies! May Aunt Judi rest in peace with all of our loved ones.
Mike DePallo
February 6, 2015
Tom
I am so sorry to learn of your loss. We are all thinking of you and you and your family are in our payers.
Deepest sympathy
Mile DePallp
Cas Karnish
February 5, 2015
Tom, So very sorry to hear of your loss. You are in my prayers brother. With deepest sympathy. Cas Karnish
Mike Hudock
February 5, 2015
She was a wonderful lady and a great colleague. She will be missed, prayers for her soul and the family
Richard Cashman
February 5, 2015
Dear Tom:
Deeply saddened by the news of your wife's passing, I know your pain. There are a few times in life when we do not have to like the decision God has made for us but we must accept. Peace be with you my brother and with your family. With you in sympathy, Richard Cashman.
February 5, 2015
Sharing in the sadness over the passing of Judi. You and your family will be in our prayers.
Larry and Melissa Dudek
Jeff/Tom Kline/Mantoni
February 4, 2015
Tom, Cara, Paul, TJ, Kyle and family. We are truly sorry for your loss. We loved Judi very much, and cherish the memories that we have of her. She was a magnificent person. You remain in our thoughts and prayers. God bless.
February 4, 2015
Tom,
Sorry to hear about Judith. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Dominic Cavallaro (74 )
February 4, 2015
Tom, God Bless!
You and your Family are in our Prayers.
Michae Kemp and Family
Michael Bense
February 4, 2015
Tom,
So very sorry for you're loss. My prayers will be with you.
Michael Bense
Bob McKellin
February 4, 2015
Tom,
Very sorry for your loss
February 4, 2015
Dear Tom, Cara, TJ and family,
I was sad to hear of my cousin Judy's passing. I am one of the 7 Smiraglia kids who loved to visit our family in Hazleton every year. When I think of Judy I remember how beautiful, sweet and kind she was to everyone. Her warmth and love will continue to be felt through all of those who love her. My prayers and love are with all of you.
In Christ,
Rosie Walbert
Patty LaRocco Ardell
February 4, 2015
Heartbroken at the loss of my cousin. She was beautiful inside and out.
Carm Smiraglia Dorsey
February 3, 2015
We cherish the memories of our visits with our cousins. Judi was a well loved cousin. Full of fun and an infectious laugh. She will be truly missed.
February 3, 2015
Cara and TJ,
So sorry to hear about the passing of your mom. I have fond memories of her. God bless.
Mary Ann Lutz
Mary Kauffman
February 3, 2015
Dear Tom, Cara, & TJ:
It was always nice being invited into your home to share special occasions. I truly appreciated Judi's hospitality. Just as she welcomed so many into her home, I believe God welcomed her into his heavenly home.
Blessings to the entire family.
Mary Dallas-Kauffman
Debbie Booros
February 3, 2015
Dear Tom and family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Judi was a well respected member of the DeSales University community, and a very special colleague with whom to work. God bless!
February 3, 2015
Dear Shaughnessy Family,
I never met you, but know you through Judi's stories that she shared with me at Zumba class. It was obvious that she loved her family. She was a very special lady and will be missed. My thoughts are with you.
Morag Christie-Churm
February 3, 2015
Dear Tom and family,
We were deeply saddened to hear of Judi's passing. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Joe and Sandy Maculaitis
February 3, 2015
My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Loretta Scvhiavone
Carol Odasso
February 2, 2015
Dear Shaughnessy family, I had many wonderful times with Judi and our AIRBAGS, either in the mountains or at the New Jersey Shore. She was a very dear person with a wonderful sense of humor . A pleasure to be around. Her family was the most important thing in her life. She will be missed. She is with God now!
February 2, 2015
Dear Tom, TJ and family, It is with sincerest sympathies and heavy heart that I extend to you my condolences on your family's loss. I know that loss well... your wife and mom, friend and companion!! Words cannot be found by those of us on this side. I'm sorry and may our God bless you!
With Love,
Hank Alexander
Quakertown, PA
February 2, 2015
Tom, my old friend, (and family), I am so sorry to hear of your loss, and you are in my thoughts and prayers !!
Darryl Bierly
Tom Walsh
February 2, 2015
Dear Tom, TJ, Cara & family,
I was shocked & saddened to hear about Judi. It was a pleasue meeting her and sharing camaradarie at Stonecrest and WEYC baseball events as our children were growing up. She was a pleasure to be with - funny and witty. My sympathy and prayers to you & all the family.
Gay King
February 2, 2015
Dear Tom, Cara, and TJ,
Burke and I are so saddened over the passing of Judy. We could not have hand picked better neighbors during our time in Allentown. Judy was truly my lifeline. You ALL were our "family". Please know, if not for the business trip Burke and I are on, we would be with you Wednesday. May the comfort of family and the warmth of friends help you through this
journey.
Much Love,
Gay
February 2, 2015
Dear Tom, Cara & TJ - Judi was a remarkable person. She lit up a room when she entered and her smile was infectious. We shared a lot of family time at Cathedral School and the 8th grade play "Blizzard Be-Bop" will be forever remembered in her name. Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time. THE GUZLEY FAMILY
February 2, 2015
Dear Tom, Cara & TJ - Judi was a remarkable person. She lit up a room whenever she entered and her smile was infectious. We shared a lot of family time at Cathedral School and the 8th grade play "Blizzard Be-Bop" will be forever remembered in her name. Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time. The Guzley family
February 2, 2015
Dear Tom, Cara & TJ - We were so sorry to hear of Judi's passing. She was like a breath of fresh air and lit up a room wherever she went. We shared a lot of family time at Cathedral School and the 8th grade play "Blizzard B-Bop" will be forever remembered in her name. Her smile was infectious and she has all of you as well as those grandsons to have her live on in your hearts. Our prayer and thoughts are with you. The Guzley family.
February 2, 2015
Hello, Thomas. I didn't know your wife, but if she was married to you for more than three decades, she must have been a fine lady. I'm sorry to hear of your loss. Best wishes, Tom Kerr
February 2, 2015
Dear Tom, Cara & TJ. Judi was a breath of fresh air wherever she went. We shared a lot of "mom" time at the Cathedral with our kids and she lit up a room always. She was so positive an happy. The Cathedral 8th grade play "Blizzard Be-Bop" will live on in her name. We were very saddened to hear the new news of her passing. She will be missed. The Guzley family.
Alan Jennings
February 2, 2015
Tom, TJ, Cara and families -
I am so saddened that we have all lost Judi. It seems like yesterday that we met, cute little toddlers heading to Faith UCC's pre-school, proud parents holding their hands. There are never the right words to pay proper homage to lost loved ones. Our world lost a bright smile, a good person, wife, mother, grandmother, friend.
Denise and I can only offer our love and sympathy and do so with heavy, heavy hearts.
Maryruth Olshefski
February 2, 2015
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I knew Judy from DeSales HR Department and saw her many times since then. May she rest in peace; she will be missed as she was such a sweet person.
Joe & Joanne Geist
February 2, 2015
Dear Tom, TJ, Cara & family,
We were shocked & saddened to hear about Judi. Hopefully as you share stories and memories of how Judi lived her life and how very much she meant, may you find comfort for your sorrow & peace to fill your heart and through this difficult time please know our deepest sympathy and prayers will be with you & all the family.
Much love,
Renee Mosser
February 1, 2015
I loved seeing Judi's smiling face when I walked into Zumba. She was always full of encouragement and kindness. I could tell she was a Godly woman. I pray for peace and strength for her family. Times like this are never easy. Put your faith in the Lord and he will guide you through this. My heart is heavy.
February 1, 2015
Tom, hoping to get to the Mass but right now doctor says, "No way!", we shall see. If not, will have Mass here. Monsignor Dooley 610.216.9259
Margaret McConnell
February 1, 2015
Judi and I were two peas in a pod. We had so many great times, and laughs, together. She was a wonderful friend to me and one of my biggest supporters. Meeting her and her family has been one of the biggest blessings of my life. She is at peace now, but my world is less bright without her in it. My deepest sympathies that no words can fully express are with her family who she loved so much. Margaret
Margaret McConnell
February 1, 2015
Rita Granitz (PPL)
February 1, 2015
Tom, Judi certainly led a very fulfilling life, and her passing will be mourned by many outside your family as well. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
January 31, 2015
Judi was a very special person and one of the best friends I ever had. We spent many times together on the tennis courts, chatting at Stonecrest while our children played together, and just laughed a lot. She loved her family so much and was always so proud of them.
Tom, Kara, and TJ - my heart goes out to you. Knowing Judi, she is watching over you.
Love to all!
Pat
Jane Edsall
January 31, 2015
Sincere condolences to Judi's family. I had the pleasure of knowing Judi from Zumba class. She was a beautiful, kind lady and we will all miss her. Rest in Peace.
The Martini Ladies
Diane Moeser
January 31, 2015
Bob and Suzanne Wendt
January 31, 2015
Dear Tom and Family: Our sincere condolences on your loss.
Andrew Kelhart
January 31, 2015
Tom, I am so sorry for your loss. We can't know the future, but through Christ we can be assured that we will be with Him in paradise.
Nancy Otero
January 31, 2015
My condolences to Judi's family. She was a wonderful lady....her ZUMBA family will miss her dearly. Her smile will live forever in my heart.
Mercedes DeFazio Newman
January 31, 2015
Dear Cara and Family,
I am very sorry to hear of the passing of your beautiful mother. She was such a wonderful person inside and out. I will always remember her contagious smile! You are in my thoughts and prayers. May the memories you hold give you comfort during this difficult time.
Eloise Parker
January 31, 2015
My condolences to the family in the passing of Judy. I was one of her Zumba friends and am sorry to hear of her passing. She will be greatly missed..
January 31, 2015
So very sorry to hear of Judi's passing. It's been years since I've seen her but she and I played husband and wife in "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever" at Pennsylvania Youth Theatre many, many years ago. She was truly a pleasure to be around; a naturally talented actress, a lovely lady and a dear friend who will most certainly be missed by many I'm sure.
Jim Long - Emmaus, PA
January 31, 2015
Dear Tom, Cara, and TJ,
We are so very sorry to hear of Judi's passing. May the love of family and friends comfort you during this time of sorrow.
With Our deepest sympathy,
Christine & Joseph Dakes
Kim (Gudikunst) Sadler
January 31, 2015
Tom, Cara and TJ... So sorry to hear about Judys passing- I babysat u little dolls for a long time growing up and would sit and chat with your mom before going home because she was just a joy to be around. With much sympathy, Kim (Gudikunst) Sadler.
January 31, 2015
Dear Shaughnessy Family, I know that any time I see something that reminds me of Judi I will cry from sorrow. I will always remember all the laughs and fun we had over the last 50 years. I love you Judi, Angie
Jamie Trinkle Pressmann
January 31, 2015
Tj and family,
I am so incredibly sorry for your loss. Your mom and wife was a beautiful person inside and out. I've seen her a few times over the years and she was always so sweet and genuinely interested in knowing how things were going. It wasn't that long ago we were talking for awhile standing in the pool at Stonecrest. She was so proud of all of you and she just adored her grandsons. I hope your memories get you through this difficult time. Sean and I are thinking of and praying for all of you.
Helene Whitaker
January 31, 2015
Tom, I am so sorry for your loss. You and your children are in my thoughts and prayers.
Helene
"air bags" down the shore
kathy bothem
January 31, 2015
Linda Steinbicker
January 31, 2015
Judi, I'll miss that big smile of yours, hearing you speak about your grandchildren, future trips, etc., but most of all,the fun we all had with you at Zumba. You were a class act!
Helene Paisley Seamon
January 31, 2015
Tom and family, we were so sorry to hear about Judi. We'll always remember her as such a happy, bubbly person. May happy memories help comfort you. God bless.
Rosemary Fauzio Fiers
January 31, 2015
My Beatuful Cugina Judi. Judi is a sister to me. Always so beautiful, vibarant and caring. I was always so excited when I knew we were getting together to do anything at all...she was so much fun and always made everybody feel special. Can you imagine two weeks in Italy with Judi? Italy will never be the same, especially the cab driver in Rome who tried to over charge us. Judi told him off good, half in English and half in Italian! :D
She is a treasure and to say that she is missed and this is so very sad is just lack of better words to describe how we all feel about her loss. My prayers for Judi and Tom, Cara, Paul, Aiden and Chasey, TJ and Kyle will be in my heart forever. Judi you are loved by all and we miss you so very much. I love you very much, Cug.
Mary Lou (Fellin) Crossley
January 31, 2015
I am saddened to learn of Judi's passing; we both grew up in Hazleton. With much sympathy & caring during this sad time to her family. Keep the happy & fond memories of Judi close in your hearts.
Abby McConnell Jarrell
January 31, 2015
Dear Shaughnessy family,
I am heartbroken to hear of Judi's passing. She was a very dear friend to my sister, Margaret, and our family had the pleasure of meeting her and spending time with her at summertime gatherings at Margaret's house. She truly lit up a room with her beautiful smile and bubbly personality. I will always remember her as such a kind and fun woman who loved her family so much. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers during this extremely difficult time.
With deepest sympathy,
Abby
Lynn and Matt O'Connell
January 31, 2015
Dear Shaughnessy Family, Judi was a wonderful women. She helped me learn how to play tennis and being together at Stonecrest years ago. Cara and TJ had a great mom. She will be missed.
January 30, 2015
I am deeply saddened by the news of Judy's passing. We will miss her smiling face in Zumba class. Pat Forte
Terri Sproul Plattner
January 30, 2015
Dear Cara, TJ, Mr. Shaughnessy and family,
I am so sorry for the loss of your beautiful Mom and wife. She was beautiful inside and out and her smile always lit up a room. You are in my thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. With sincere sympathy, Terri
Martina Obenski
January 30, 2015
The world will be a little less bright without my Zumba friend's vibrant spirit. May her memory be but a blessing to her family.
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