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Judith A. Harrison

1953 - 2025

Judith A. Harrison obituary, 1953-2025, Joliet, IL

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1953

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2025

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Judith Harrison Obituary

Judith A. Harrison
Born: October 8, 1953 in Joliet, IL
Died: January 22, 2025 in Joliet, IL
Judith A. Harrison (nee Sokolowski)
October 8, 1953 - January 22, 2025
Judith A. Harrison, lifelong resident of Joliet, age 71, passed away peacefully at Lightways Hospice after a brief illness. She was born to her parents Edwin and Lottie (nee Pantol) Sokolowski on October 8, 1953.
Judy was a graduate of Plainfield High School and retired as a longtime valued employee from AT&T. She loved to spend time with her family, whether gathering together for a meal or trying their luck at the casinos with her sister and cousins. Her role as an aunt was her greatest joy!
She was preceded in death by her husband David Harrison, her parents Edwin Sokolowski and Lottie (nee Pantol) Matile, her brother Edwin Sokolowski, and her stepfather Richard Matile.
She is survived by her sister Joyce (the late Edwin) Holden, niece Melissa (Adam) Singer, nephew Todd Holden, great nieces Mackenzie and Devin Singer, great nephews Bryce and Blake Holden, step-siblings Connie (Darren) Hoffman, Wayne Matile, James Matile, as well as the extended Harrison family. Her special Uncle Gene Lilek and her many beloved cousins, especially the lunch crew whom she loved so much, also survive.
Judy will be truly missed by all and, per her request, cremation rites have been accorded. Special thanks to Lightways Hospice for their compassionate care.
Obituary and tribute wall for Judith is available at www.tezakfuneralhome.com. Arrangements entrusted to:

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Published by The Gazette on Jan. 28, 2025.

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Russ Estabrook

February 4, 2025

So sorry to hear about Judy´s passing. Judy was one of the nicest people in our Illinois Bell / Ameritech Control Center in Joliet. She was always willing to help or assist anyone and she did it with a smile. RIP Judy, you will be missed by all who knew you.

Al & Pat Weber

February 3, 2025

So very sorry to hear about Judy as we had worked with her over the years in Joliet! She was a very lovely person. RIP Judy!

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