Judith S. Cassata
February 27, 1940 - October 15, 2014
Judith (Judy) Cassata, born February 27, 1940 passed away after a brief battle with cancer on October 15, 2014. Born to Margaret and Maurice Stokes, in Manasquan New Jersey. Judy's early years were spent on the "shore" in New Jersey. In her early 20's, she moved to Washington D.C. and worked for the Joint Chiefs of Staff. This role eventually led her to Denver Colorado, where she met Richard (Dick) Cassata, who would become her husband of 49 years.
Judy and Dick had two daughters, Susan and Jessica and as a family lived most of their lives in Fremont, Nebraska. Judy worked as a receptionist for Dr. Martin Sears medical practice. Judy retired from the medical profession and immediately began volunteering driving cargo for Eastern Nebraska Office of Ageing and Low Income Ministries of Dodge County, eventually returning to work part time for Low Income Ministries. Judy enjoyed spending time with family and friends, was passionate about helping others and loved a good crossword puzzle.
Survivors include husband of 49 years Richard; daughter and son in law Susan Cassata Charbonneau and Larry Charbonneau grandson Tate, and daughter Jessica Cassata. Brother in Law Robert Cassata, Sister and Brother in law Rosemary and David Smith and many nieces and nephews. Judy was preceded in death by her mother, father and brother.
Memorial Service to be held at the Ludvigsen Mortuary chapel in Fremont on Friday, October 24, 2014,
at 2 p.m.
In lieu of flowers memorials to Low Income Ministries of Dodge County, UCLA Operation Mend (operationmend.ucla.edu) Eastern Nebraska office on Aging, Retired and Senior Volunteer Program or the Food Bank of Lincoln Back Pack Program.
Online guestbook at www.Ludvigsenmortuary.com
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