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Judith Rogers Obituary

Rogers, Judith L. "Judy" (nee Smith), age 46, beloved wife of David L., loving mother of Dana (Robert) Twombly and Samantha (David Perez) Rogers, devoted grandmother of Tori, Maya, Yasmine, Haley, Nathan and Sonia, dear daughter of Maryann Moore and the late Donald Smith, fond sister of Donald (Janette) and Michael Smith, Maryann (Mike) Bielski, Richard (Gloria), Keith (Jackie) Smith, Charlotte (Richie) White and Donna (Andy) Heffernan, aunt of many nieces and nephews. Funeral Wednesday, 8:45 a.m., from the Richard-Midway Funeral Home, 5749 Archer Avenue (corner of Lorel), to St. Symphorosa Church for 9:30 a.m. Mass. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Visitation Tuesday, 3:00 to 9:00 p.m. 773-767-1840 or www.richardmidwayfh.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Oct. 22, 2007.

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Darlene Pruett

October 16, 2008

Dave,Dana,Samanatha,and the little ones.You are not alone . I too feel the loneliness. It is so hard to let go.I too can hear her speak.I too can hear what she "would" say. How she "would" LAUGH! Judy is and always will be the most honest and caring person that I knew. I somehow always could understand her and she was always a "GREAT" aunt to Lil' Louie,Cristopher,and Ashley.In my heart she is now with little Louie and Bobby Laughing at some of the things that we do. I do know that she is very glad that we are sticking together through the toughest times in our lives. I love you guys! I love you Judy! You were always good to me.........I truelly miss you..!!!!!!!!My sister-in-law,My friend! Take care of my son and our brother." I know you will." Till we meet again. I will always be there for your/our family. Darlene

Janice Simpkins ( Rogers )

October 31, 2007

Dave,Samantha and Dana,
My deepest sympathy for your lose.You are all in my prayers and I will miss Judy very much..
Judy , I know your in a better place now and the pain is gone ! May God Bless you hun .
My regret is I iwshed we could have shared more time together..
For this I AM VERY SRY :( The miles were in the way BUT I will be seeing you someday)So save me a place in heaven near you !!
Davie > My dear Brother < I love you very much and I am sooo sad for you because I know you will always miss Judy.. :(words can't explain how you feel..my heart goes out to you.
Samantha and Dana... although I wasn't around the family much being so far away , I know how sad this is for u2... I love you both dearly... but remember we r a phone call away...
Judy , you have a great family who will miss you dearly hun.. may God watch over them too ..
I loved you very much and truly will miss you !!!!!
My prayers goes out to all of Judy's family as well...
God Bless you all !
Love... Janice

I LOVE YOU NANA

Tori Twombly

October 27, 2007

Dear Nana

I hope you are having fun up in heaven. Did you know I pray to you every night in my head? And I will always love you.

Love,
Tori

Jim & Kristina Vasquez

October 26, 2007

Dave

When You feel Lonely
When a person you love passes away
Look to the night sky on a clear day.
The star that to you, appears to be bright,
Will be your Judy,
Looking upon you during the night.
The lights of heaven are what shows through
As Judy watches all that you do.
When you feel lonely for the one that you love,
Look to the Heavens in the night sky above.
Jim Vasquez & Family

Jim Vasquez

October 26, 2007

Dave
I feel very sad
I understand your loss
I can sense your pain
May the momories give you the strenth to bear the loss.
She will be missed.
Jim Vasquez

Darlene Pruett

October 25, 2007

Dave,Dana&Samantha Judy will be in our hearts forever.Her smile and laughter will be remembered always.She was a great sister-in-law & aunt. Love,Dar,Louie,Chris & Ashley

A Mother/Nana Who Will Be Missed Dearly

Dana Twombly

October 25, 2007

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2007

Love, Kelly Smith

October 23, 2007

Lanky,Dana,Samantha and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with each of you guys. Aunt Judy is in a better place. It is sad but, she is no longer suffering. She will live on through all of us.

stacey sharkey

October 23, 2007

God looked around his Garden and found an empty place.
He then looked down upon his earth and saw your loving face.

He put his arms around you and lifted you to rest.
His Garden must be beautiful, he always takes the best.
He knew that you were suffering, he knew you were in pain.
And knew that you would never get well on earth again.
He saw your path was difficult, he closed you tired eyes,
He whispered to you "Peace be Thine" and gave you wings to fly.
When we saw you sleeping so calm and free of pain,
We would not wish you back to earth to suffer once again.
You've left us precious memories,
you're always by our side.
It broke our hearts to lose you, but you did not go alone.
For part of us went with you on the day God called you home

i love you and i will miss you.

Kristina Smith

October 23, 2007

Lanky, Dana, Sam and all the little people; Judy lived a good life and having all of you in it made it even better. So many memories are in all of our hearts of how funny she was and what she loved to do. She was the voice of Bridgeport even by all the way by Midway :) She fought so long to hold on and God called her home so she didn't have to suffer anymore. She will be missed by everyone whose heart she touched over the years. She is now an angel in the big P-I-I in the sky, watching over all of us.

lauren rivera

October 23, 2007

Sam, Dana & Mr.rogers,
We are so very sorry for your loss. Your mom/wife will be missed greatly and you all will be in our prayers during this hard time. We are here for all of you no matter what. We love you guys and were glad we were able to meet your mom sam/dana she was a great person. Sorry again for your loss.
Love you all,
Lauren, Augie, Anthony & Emily

Maria Gaitan

October 23, 2007

Sam, My prayers and deepest symphty is with you and the family. I am sad to hear that she is gone but yet I am happy to know that she is at peace and no longer suffering. Love You Much!

Love your godson, Danny Smith

October 23, 2007

Uncle Dave, Dana and Samantha.
I am so sorry to hear of Aunt Judy's passing she will forever be in our hearts. May god bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Maryann Bielski

October 22, 2007

Not only were you my sister but you were my best friend. My life will never be the same without you and I will miss you every day.

Janette Smith

October 22, 2007

We will always have you in our thoughts and in our hearts. And in time, may these fond memories ease the pain and sadness we now feel. Love Always,Don and Janette Smith and Family

Mary Lakas

October 22, 2007

You were not only my friend you were my sister. I love you and all the times we had together will always be in my heart.

Joanne Lehr

October 22, 2007

Sorry to hear about the loss of Judy my prayers are with you at this time.

CHARLOTTE, RACHEL, RICHIE AND DEANNA WHITE

October 22, 2007

She will be missed, loved and in our memories always. To a cherished sister, aunt and godmother that left us to soon.

Jennifer Guerrero

October 22, 2007

My thoughts are prayers are with you and the family. May God bless you and comfort you in this time of need. May all the wonderful memories bring you comfort as well.

Andy and Donna Heffernan

October 22, 2007

Dear Dave, Dana, and Samantha, We love you all and hope you find peace in the fact that she is no longer suffering. Please know that while we pray for you an angel waits in heaven for all of us.

Mary Lakas

October 22, 2007

You were not only my friend you were my sister. I love you very much all our times that we spent together I will carry in my heart. You will never be forgotten.

Kevin Heffernan

October 22, 2007

dear uncle dave and family ,

what has happened has been grave

and may have left you hollow

but Judy's watching over us

to guide us while we follow

we knew that she was hurting

and tough for her to live

but now that she is eternal

she has that gift to give

her spirit keeps us laughing

even though she's gone

but she gives the strength

to keep us moving on.



Love Kevin.

Sarah Crosley

October 22, 2007

I'm so sorry for your loss. Judy was a wonderful person to me and my family and we will greatly miss her. Your family will be in my prayers.

Richard Smith and Family

October 22, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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