Judith Elin Gordon, known as Judy by friends and family, passed away peacefully of natural causes in her Mohegan Lake, NY home of 50 years on Nov. 1, 2026 at the age of 91.
Judy was the daughter of Shade and Elin Hill of Mt. Vernon. NY. She is predeceased by her husband of 62 years John Gordon.
Judy is survived by her sons Rory, Bryan and William, grandsons Reily and Sullivan, granddaughters Anna, Margaret and Courtney and her great granddaughter Lillie Marie.
Judy was born on May 6, 1935, in Mt. Vernon Hospital, NY. She was a woman of quiet strength and enduring kindness. Judy’s life was marked by her unwavering devotion to her family, children and her grand and great grandchildren.
Throughout her life Judy carried with her a gentle spirit, loving heart, and a selfless devotion that touched all who knew her.
Judy’s work life reflected her tender nature and desire to bring comfort and dignity to those in her care. She served as a Nurses Aide and later as an Art Therapist at Westledge Nursing Home in Peekskill, NY. Through her presence, she brought comfort and peace to many and she approached her work with the grace and sincerity that defined her life.
Judy was also an award winning watercolor artist who loved music, arts and crafts, nature, gardening, cross country skiing, stained glass, and local history. These interests reflected her appreciation for the beauty in the world around her.
Those who knew Judy will remember her as kind, gentle, and selfless. She had a way of making others feel seen and cared for, often without seeking recognition for herself. Her presence brought comfort and left a lasting impression.
Judy believed in the promise of eternal life and the mercy of God. Her passing is mourned by those who loved her, yet there is comfort in knowing that she now rests in the peace of her Lord.
In lieu of flowers donate to St. Andrew's Church in Judy’s memory. Giving https://sites.google.com/standrewsyorktown.com/standrewslutheran/giving
Information provided by Yorktown Funeral Home
