Judith A. Garabedian

Judith A. Garabedian, 82

WORCESTER — Judith A. Garabedian, 82, passed away peacefully after a period of declining health. Born in Worcester, she was the daughter of the late Mary A. (Samuelian) and Aram Garabedian.

Judith was a proud graduate of Clark University and went on to earn her master’s degree in education from Worcester State University. She dedicated her professional life to the Worcester Public Schools, where she served with compassion and commitment as a school adjustment counselor, positively touching the lives of countless students and families.

In her earlier years, Judith enjoyed traveling and was always ready for a good shopping trip. She also loved playing cards, a pastime she cherished throughout her life. Above all, Judith found her greatest joy in family activities.

She leaves behind her beloved twin sister, Janet Monroy, and her husband Victor, of Holden. She is also survived by her nephew Christopher Monroy and his wife Mary-Elizabeth, along with their two sons, Nicholas and David (whom she adored deeply), all of Worcester. She was predeceased by her parents and by her sister, Joanne Garabedian.

Judith was a devoted member of the Armenian Church of Our Saviour in Worcester. She was also active in the Daughters of Vartan, as well as local, state, and federal educator associations.

Services were held privately for the family. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Judith’s memory to the Armenian Church of Our Saviour.