Carole Judge

Carole Judge obituary

Carole Judge

Carole Judge Obituary

Published by Legacy on Sep. 23, 2025.
Carole Scherer Judge, born January 18, 1936, in Huntington, New York, passed away peacefully on September 13, 2025, in Sanibel, Florida. She was 89 years old.

Carole's life was a testament to devotion, joy, and connection. She was deeply committed to her family, passionate about the arts, and enriched every community she called home. A proud 1956 graduate of Colby-Sawyer College, Carole carried her education, grace, and curiosity into every chapter of her life.

A longtime resident of Northport, New York, Carole met her beloved husband, Roy, in the fourth grade. Their lifelong bond blossomed into a marriage that lasted 57 years and built the foundation of a close-knit, loving family-her greatest joy and achievement.

Carole and Roy raised six children in Brentwood, California: Barry (Caroline) Judge, Jodi (Craig) Lucker, Chris (Karen) Judge, Jeff McBrien, and the late Sherry and Lyle Judge. She was a devoted grandmother to 10 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren, all of whom she cherished dearly. She is also survived by her brother, Robert (Sherry) Scherer of Northport, NY and Sanibel Island.

In her later years, Carole made her home on Sanibel Island, where she spent 23 years immersed in the island's vibrant community. She sang with the BIG ARTS Community Chorus, participated in the Sanibel Book Club, and cultivated meaningful friendships through her love of music and literature. Her book collection will live on through several Little Free Libraries across the island.

Carole was known for her elegance, warmth, and infectious laughter. Her sense of humor and kindness fostered many lifelong friendships. In her final years, Carole's faith deepened, and she accepted Jesus as her Lord and Savior-a decision that brought her peace and comfort.

May Carole's memory be a source of strength and inspiration to all who knew and loved her.

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