Judith A. Carkner

Judith A. Carkner obituary

Judith A. Carkner

Judith Carkner Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Robert L. Yost Funeral Home, Inc. - Palmyra on Nov. 27, 2025.
FAIRPORT/PALMYRA: Carkner, Judith A., age 71, of Fairport, NY, passed away early Thanksgiving morning on November 27, 2025. Please join the family for Judy's memorial mass at 10am on Saturday, December 20 at the Church of the Assumption, 20 East Ave, Fairport, NY 14450. A celebration of Judy's life will follow at Flaherty's Restaurant in Macedon. All are welcome.

Judy is predeceased by her parents Emil and Rita VanDevelde; Joan Wallace and sister-in-law Susan VanDevelde. She is survived by her twin sister Jean (Dave) Smith; brothers Thomas and Phillip VanDevelde and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Judy was a 1972 graduate of Pal Mac Schools and worked for many years in the corporate offices of Wegmans. She loved her family, friends, furry friends and dressing up for every holiday. She attended many classic rock gigs and concerts with friends and family. Judy was kind to all, greeted everyone with a welcoming smile and shared her love of music with all her many friends. Judy will always be loved and missed!

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Sheila Stewart

December 1, 2025

Judy was our cousin on our Mother“s side. We were sorry to hear of her passing. She was very kind to our Mom over the years, keeping her updated on the VanDevelde family activities. Mom was always thrilled to hear from her. Please accept our heart felt condolences, May she rest in peace. The Gleason cousins Sheila,Maureen, Christine, and James.

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