Judy Kugelmass

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Judy Kugelmass, beloved wife of Harold Kugelmass; Mother of Eve Kugelmass Austin (Douglass) and Noam Kugelmass (Laura Efros); Sister of Harvey Waldman (Camilla Toniolo) and Joel Waldman (Jania); Grandmother of Anna, Ezra, and Nora; Sister-in-Law and Aunt of many; and friend, colleague, and teacher to many around the world.

Judy passed away quietly in her sleep on Thursday December 18th at the age of 83.

Her body will be lovingly returned to the earth in a private family burial ceremony at Greensprings Natural Cemetery on Dec 22nd.

A fuller life story will be forthcoming.  A Celebration of Judy’s Life will be held in the spring/summer of 2026. Details will be announced later.

The family will be sitting shiva at Harold’s home (215 N. Cayuga Street Apt#344) on Tuesday December 23rd from 1-4 pm; Wednesday December 24th from 1-4 pm; Monday December 29th from 1-4 pm. Family and friends are invited to visit during any of those times.

Judy will remain in our hearts forever.

In Lieu of flowers. Donations can be made in honor of Judy to

Jowonio: https://jowonio.org/give/

The Racker Center: https://www.racker.org

Hospicare: https://www.hospicare.org