Judith Mae LaPolla

Judith Mae LaPolla obituary, Niles, OH

Judith Mae LaPolla

Judith LaPolla Obituary

Visit the Joseph Rossi and Sons Funeral Home - Niles website to view the full obituary.
Judith Mae LaPolla, 85, died 1:35am February 23,2025 at Community Skilled Nursing Home in Warren. Judy was born May 1,1939 in Youngstown the daughter of George and Florence Steiner Thompson. She was a 1957 graduate of Niles McKinley High School, member of Saint Pope John the XXIII Parish,Women's Bar Auxillary and loved playing tennis and crafting. Judy was a devoted wife, loving mother and grandmother, and caring friend.
Her husband Thomas A. LaPolla whom she married June 28,1958 died October 15, 2019.
She will be deeply missed by her son Thomas A. LaPolla II of Brunswick, daughters Karen Uspenski and her husband Alex of Chardon, Susan Lieber of Niles, brother Dick Thompson of Eatonton, GA, sister Barbara Thomas of Niles, sister in law Ann Sutherin and her husband Tom of Columbus, grandchildren Sam and Anthony Rathburn, Megan (Josh) Porter, Emily and Thomas LaPolla and several nieces and nephews.
She is preceded in death by brother in law Ron Thomas and sisters in law Marcia Thompson and Mary LaPolla.
Many thanks to the nurses, staff and special friends at Community Commons for their years of loving care. Also to the resilient staff at CSHCC who strive to provide excellent care in the face of a very difficult situation.
Judy, Judy, Judy you will be missed!
Private services were held under the trusted care of The Joseph Rossi and Sons Funeral Home in Niles.
Material contributions can be made to The Camelot Center 3498 Barclay Messerly Rd. Southington, OH 44470.
To send flowers
to the family or plant a tree
in memory of Judith Mae LaPolla, please visit our floral store.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Joseph Rossi and Sons Funeral Home - Niles

457 Robbins Ave., Niles, OH 44446

Make a Donation
in Judith LaPolla's name

How to support Judith's loved ones
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
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
Poems of Mourning and Comfort

The best poems for funerals, memorial services, and cards.

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
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

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 more
Ways to honor Judith LaPolla's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

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