Judith A. Wilkins

Judith A. Wilkins

Beloved daughter, sister, and aunt;

Judith A. “Judy” Wilkins, 57, of Derry, New Hampshire, formerly of Pelham, passed away peacefully on Wednesday June 26, 2024 with her family, at Bedford Hills in Bedford, NH.

Born in Lowell, Massachusetts, October 16, 1966, the daughter of Raymond T. Wilkins, Sr. and the late Dorothea M. “Dottie” (Ready) Wilkins, she attended Pelham Schools and was a graduate of Pelham High School in 1985, and later graduated from Plymouth State University.

Judy was an athlete against the odds, diagnosed with Arthritis in her early years but still constantly competed with her six brothers athletically and played varsity sports at Pelham High School. She was an active ambassador for the Arthritis Foundation and American Heart Association’s annual fundraiser at Pelham Veterans Memorial Park (PVMP). Judy was also a passionate local volunteer supporting Pelham softball, baseball, and basketball youth programs. She also relished her role as a summer camp counselor at PVMP.

The embodiment of a fighter, Judy did not let day-to-day ailments hinder her positive attitude and independence. She will be fondly remembered for her love of music and being an avid sports fan of her Patriots, Celtics and Red Sox. Judy’s kindness was on display with her love for pets including her long time cat “Brady”.

Besides for her father, Judy is survived by six brothers Raymond T. Wilkins, Jr. and his spouse Lisa of Chelmsford, MA, Martin J. Wilkins of Stratham, NH, Brian D. Wilkins and his spouse Susan of Dracut, MA, Kevin J. Wilkins and his spouse Danielle of Pelham, NH, Steven M. Wilkins and his spouse Stacy of Windham, NH, and Thomas J. Wilkins and his spouse Julie of Pelham, NH.  Judy was also survived by Ann Craven, longtime companion of her father Raymond and by many loving nieces and nephews.

Friends may call at the PELHAM FUNERAL HOME 11 NASHUA RD. in PELHAM, NH, on Tuesday morning July 2, 2024, from 9:30 to 11:00 A.M. Relatives and friends are invited to attend her Funeral Mass to be celebrated at S.T. PATRICK CHURCH in PELHAM at 11:30 A.M. followed by her burial at the Gibson Cemetery. E-condolences/directions at http://www.pelhamfuneralhome.com.Those wishing may make contributions in her memory to the Arthritis Foundation, 20 Crafts St., # 100, Newton, MA 02458. Arrangements by Funeral Director James F. O'Donnell, Jr. (603) 635-3333.

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