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Judith Shank Obituary
Springfield, NH - Judith "Judi" Conklyn Shank died in Syracuse NY on September 29th, 2024 at the age of 75.
Judi was born on September 28th 1949 in Queens NY to Phyllis and Dwyer Conklyn.
She married Edward Shank in 1972. After moving to New Hampshire the couple welcomed three children into their home.
Judi is remembered for always bringing a smile and light to the room. She dedicated her life to service of her family, her church and her community. She was an active member of St Matthews Parish in Goffstown NH and was also the parish secretary. While raising her children, she always welcomed in their friends for food, comfort and rest. Her caring and nurturing spirit was felt far beyond just her immediate family. A 5 year hiatus from NH led her to Cape Cod where her and Ed ran a bed and breakfast taking her smile, kindness and positivity world wide as they hosted guests from all across the globe. Returning to NH Judi and Ed settled in Springfield and Judi found St Paul's Episcopal Church in White River Jct. She worked 10 years as a para educator at Kearsarge Regional High School helping children find success academically and socially. In her free time she enjoyed driving her MINI cooper nicknamed "cubbie". Judi lived a fulfilling and positive life as a dedicated wife, mother, grandmother and friend.
Judi is predeceased by her father Dwyer Conklyn, Massapequa NY, mother Phyllis Knight Conklyn Cuyler NY, brother Dwyer Conklyn Jr, DeRuyter NY and nephew Dwyer E Conklyn of DeRuyter NY.
Surviving family members include her husband, Ed of Springfield NH, her children, Ed Jr of Springfield NH, Jon of Weare NH, Erik of Melrose Ma, her brother John of Cortland NY, 8 grandchildren, 4 nieces, 2 nephews and many others who saw her as a mother or a Nana.
Calling hours will be October 18th from 5-7pm at Chadwick Funeral Home, 235 Main Street, New London NH. A funeral is scheduled for 11am on October 19th at St Paul's Episcopal Church in White River Jct, with a reception to follow the service. Rev Scott Neal will officiate the ceremony.
All are welcome to attend and celebrate Judi's life.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations in Judi's honor to the charity of your choice. To sign an online guestbook, please visit www.chadwickfuneralservice.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Judith Shank
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LESLIE BUCHANAN
October 5, 2025
Today, I suddenly thought of Judi and went to her Facebook page — there I learned that she recently passed away. My husband and I were welcomed by Judi when we were newcomers at St Matthew’s. She was a fellow student in Education for Ministry for 4 years. She was an extraordinarily good person, kind, caring willing to help. My husband, Craig, and I send the Shank family our condolences and our prayers.
Karen Sanche
October 14, 2024
Judi, your smile and laugh was always a bright spot in my week and a welcome joy at our mid-week online Evening Prayer service. I so enjoyed the time we spent together each week, both in sharing our stories, life, what was on our hearts, and in worship. Your light will continue to shine on our little group. While I never met your family I feel like I know them from your sharing each week. My condolences to Ed, Ed Jr, Jon, Erik, Cody, and the rest of the family. May her memory bring you comfort and sustain you all in your time of grief.
October 12, 2024
Amazingly enough, I never met Judi in person. However, I must agree with what people who did know her personally have said; she was a true personification of caring, nurturing LOVE. We participated in a Zoom class on Celtic Spirituality, and enjoyed several years of learning, and lively discussion. I appreciated her insights and
observations, and yes, her friendship across the miles.
Kath and Marc Metivier
October 12, 2024
Our deepest sympathies to Ed and family. We knew Judi and Ed through Arthur Murray, and always found her delightful. A warm and vivacious person, who will be sorely missed.
Maribeth, Warren & Stephen Wickersheim
October 11, 2024
Although we only met briefly during Julia's bridal shower and Julia and John's rehearsal dinner, we came to know a very caring and loving person that will be missed by all. We wish to send our sincerest condolences to the family, and may your hearts will soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Tiffany Shank
October 11, 2024
Judi, you were always such a positive and bright force in this world. You touched everyone around you ! I can't thank you enough for everything you did for Cody! You will be missed by so many! My prayers and thoughts are with the entire family.
Tiffany Shank
Sally McFarlin
October 11, 2024
JudiYou were, always, giving so much love, laughter and life to every individual in your life, as well as to many many others whom were ‘unhoused..feeling
abandoned, isolated or appearing to be ‘drifting away’. Your bright light is still shining in our hearts and in our lives.
I am so blessed that you came into my life. I, still-and, always will treasure the squeeze of your hand - at Malcolm’s service-a gift of love, hope and encouragement. You will, always be with meSally McFarlin-St Paul’s Church-White River Junction, Vt
Julia Conklyn
October 11, 2024
Aunt Judi, we are going to miss you. John and I were so glad that you got to see everyone at our rehearsal dinner. We hope that it gave you peace. To Uncle Ed, Erik, EJ, Jon, and her family, we are so sorry for your loss. My family, friends, and I send our condolences to everyone and we will be praying for all of you during this difficult times
Heidi Langendoen
October 11, 2024
Judi was a bright light - and will always be. Always willing to help - the first to offer. A friend to us all and someone you couldn't help but love. Our condolences to her entire family. We will continue to honor her in our MINIs On Top events.
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