Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
FUNERAL HOME
Judith Blais Obituary
EAST GREENBUSH - Judith A. Blais, 81, of East Greenbush, passed away Friday, January 9, 2026, at Rosewood Gardens.
Judith was born May 25, 1944, in Albany, N.Y., the daughter of the late Albert Switalski and Mary (La Bello) Switalski.
Judy had been a sales clerk for Orange Ford and most recently worked as a clerk for Shop Rite.
Survivors include two sons, Scott (Kristin) Blais, and Denis (Kate) Blais; sister of Nancy Sanders; and sister-in-law of Paul Buff.
Judy is also the proud meme to Olivia (Matt) Miner, Scott (Maddie) Mason (Allie), and Claire; and great-grandmother of Matthew Miner Jr. She was predeceased by her sister, Late Joyce Buff.
Relatives and friends are invited to her Visitation hours, Tuesday morning, 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m., with a funeral service at 11:00 a.m., at the Rockefeller Funeral Home, 165 Columbia Tpk., Rensselaer, N.Y. 12144. Interment will be in the Our Lady of Angels.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Judy's memory to a charity of your choice.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Judith Blais
1 Entry
CATHY HAWLEY (DEITZ)
January 13, 2026
Rest in peace Judy. I remember you and your sister, Nancy, from the CYO dances in Albany many years ago.
Always beautifully dressed. I also remember Denis Blais senior from the dances.
Condolences to the family.
How you can show support
Follow
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
Showing 1 - 1 of 1 results
Make a Donation
in Judith Blais's name
Please consider a donation as requested by the family.
Memorial Events
for Judith Blais
Jan
13
Funeral services provided by:
Wm. J. Rockefeller Funeral Home, Inc. - Rensselaer165 Columbia Turnpike, Rensselaer, NY 12144
People and places connected with Judith
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
How to support Judith's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Judith Blais's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
