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Judith A. Filla of PENN HILLS
07/17/1937 - 03/28/2010Judith A. Filla, 72 of Penn Hills, formerly of Waynesburg, unexpectedly went to be with the Lord on the morning of March 28, 2010.
Born July 17, 1937, in Clymer, PA, she was a daughter of the late Eugene W. and Sarah (Taylor) Reardon.
She was a graduate of Clymer High School and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in education with a major in elementary education from California University of Pennsylvania. She retired while teaching at Penn Hills Middle School and St. Paul Cathedral. She was the organist for over 30 years for several parishes, including St. Georges Episcopal Church, Waynesburg and St. James Episcopal Church, Penn Hills. Judith was an active participant at the Senior Center where she enjoyed bingo and several social groups. Her greatest passion was her family.
She was a loving mother of one son, Jerry Michael (Angie) Filla, Australia; five daughters, Wendy Dresser, Robinson Township, Eleanor (Logan) Brubaker, Atlanta GA, Ann Marie (Brian) Matthews, Beaver, Sally (Gary) Bradshaw, Gulfport, MS, and Terry (Greg) Tafelski, Newport, MI, and twelve grandchildren, with whom she especially cherished.
Preceding her in death besides her parents was her only brother, John Eugene Reardon.
Friends will be received Wednesday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. in the NOLL FUNERAL HOME INC., 333 Third St., Beaver.
A funeral service will be conducted Thursday at 11 a.m. at the First Presbyterian Church, Beaver, by Rev. Dr. Jeffrey A. Arnold, and Reverend Canon Douglas Sherman.
Interment will follow at Beaver Cemetery.
Online condolences may be shared at nollfuneral.com
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Name: Paul & Pearl Miller
Relation: Dear friends of Wendy
At this time of such sorrow, we would like to extend our sincere condolences to the family of Judith Filla. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time.
Name: Lela Whipkey
Relation: Friend
Wendy, Elenor, Ann Marie, Sally, Terry & Jerry - so sorry for your loss. She was a wonderful lady. I will keep you all and your families in my prayers.
Name: Barb and Rich Ashcroft
Relation: We are very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts will be with you and your family. (We are still in Florida)
Name: Jonathan Osso
Relation: Family Friend
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Your mother was such a kind, strong, and spirited person. I will forever have memories of her always smiling. I am so glad that we all met over 40 years ago at the Waynesburg Playground. Unfortunately, I am working in Texas and will not be able to attend the services; however, I will be there in spirit. Jonathan (jonosso@aol.com)
Name: bridget[bert[vernon , mike smith, tyler smith
Relation: friends of terri
terri, you and your entire family are in our thoughts and prayers during this time of sorrow.may god bless you all. Your mom will be greatly missed she was a great lady. take care and god bless love bert, mike, and tyler
Name: BG
Relation: friend
to all of you... so sorry about your loss... many good memories with you all... especially with my Junior Girl Scouts!!!
Name: Jane and David Premkumar
Relation: Friend from St.James
To Judith Family
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
We pray that the love of God enfolds you during your difficult times and he helps you heal with the passage of time.
With prayers
Jane & David
Name: Patty Grabosky Harkins
Relation: Lifelong friend of Judith
To the family of Judy. My heart just broke when I heard of your mothers passing. She was always my friend, I will miss her very much.
Our sincere sympathies go out to all of your families.
Eternal rest grant unto her O Lord, may the perpetual light shine upon her, may she rest in peace forever and ever.
God bless you all,
Patty and Kim
Name: Richard LeGars
Relation: a friend
a friend never forgotten
Name: Connie Burris Taylor
Relation: Neighbor
My dear neighbors, it is with sincere sympathy I write this to you during this difficult time. I cherish the fond memories we shared being part of your family, loving as friends, and being wonderful neighbors!
May God replace your sorrow with peace and hope. May His spirit abide to revitalize you all daily as you celebrate her life. Jerry, Wendy, Eleanor, Terry, Ann, and Sally, I celebrate her life with you in sincere reverence. In HIS service, with love Connie Burris & Family - May 1 Corinthians 15 bring you hope. I love you all!
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