Judith A. Gargano Purcell, 75, of East Haven passed away unexpectedly on Monday, April 18th, 2022. She was the beloved wife of the late Alan T. Purcell. Judy was born in New Haven on February 5, 1947 and was the daughter of the late Edward and Eleanor Turchetta Gargano. Loving mother of two daughters, Lisa (Eric) Trumpold of Wallingford and Tracy Pfannenbecker of East Haven. Adored and cherished grandmother of Eric II (Sarah), Andrew, Brandon, Nathaniel Trumpold, Lindsey Purcell, Lauren and William Pfannenbecker. Caring great grandmother of Sophia, Owen, Raelynn Judith Trumpold and Nicholas Huertes; along with many nieces and nephews. Sister to Edward (Rosemary) Gargano of Nokomis, Florida and Gary (Anna) Gargano of Hamden; along with Terry Messina of Branford who was like a sister to her.Prior to her retirement Judy worked for CVS Pharmacy in East Haven where she was the face of the store for approximately 30 years. She loved nothing more than spending time with her family and friends; hosting many events throughout the years. She loved music and a good home cooked meal; many of which she provided for the people she loved. She had the most beautiful soul and touched the lives of so many. She was a shining light that was always bright for those in need.
The visiting hours will be Friday morning, April 22nd from 8:30 to 10:30 at The Havens Family, North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated in St. Padre Pio of Pietralcina Parish at Our Lady of Pompeii Church, East Haven at 11:00. Interment will follow in All Saints Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, PO Box 50, Memphis, TN 38101-9929.
Judy was a great Lady&coworker that I was blessed to have known.Judy til we meet again,love Janet
To the Gargano and Purcell families
Our sincerest sympathies in the passing of Judy. She certainly was a beautiful woman and friend. She will be missed immensely 💔 God bless 🙏Rip
Tracey and Lisa and family .. I am so very sorry for your loss . My heart is broken for all of you . I loved Judy she was a good friend . My girls and I have many fond memories that we will cherish forever . I will keep all of you in my prayers . May Judy rest in sweet peace . Sending love and light Xoxo 😘❤️🙏
To Purcell Families , My Sympathies for your heartbreaking loss of Judy, Judy was beautiful inside & out. You are all in my thoughts and prayers ~RIP Judy XOXO Mrs. Maryjane Tescione-White
Tracey, I am so sorry for your loss. Your mom was a sweetheart, I loved talking to her when I was at CVS. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Lisa and Tracy my thoughts and prayers go out to your family she was the best and will truely be missed i still can’t believe it. Unfortunately I will not be able to attend due to work but I want to remember her the last time I saw her a few weeks ago. Rest in Peace Judy 🙏💜
Judith A. Gargano Purcell i know her when she worked
at cvs… judith was always happy lady
sorry for your loss
Lisa and Tracy
I am heartbroken for you and the family. Such a special person I was lucky enough to cross paths with. I apologize I will not be able to attend services because of work. My thoughts and prayers will be with you. You were so blessed to have such a wonderful loving Mom.
Linda Lee
Peace aunt Judy you meant so much to so many
Tracey and Lauren & Billy we are So Sad to Hear about the loss of your Sweet Mom Judy , Grandmother , Best Friend
She was the sweetest Lady . I bumped into her at shop rite here and there always smiling and friendly. My Heart breaks for you . You will be in our thoughts and prayers . May your Mom Join your Dad and Rest In Peace . Anna & Gary Naylor
Judy was one of my first Glambert friends 😥 May your mum rest in peace, she was a beautiful, gentle and friendly person.
So saddened by this news. I’ve known Judy since 2006. We shared a love of American Idol and spent a few times going to concerts together. Even though I live in California, we have kept in touch. Just talked to her a few weeks ago. Will never forget the time she cooked an Italian dinner for myself and other friends before an Adam Lambert concert at Foxwoods. I have never seen so much pasta in my life! A memory I have always cherished.
She was an amazing person full of love!
My condolences to dear Lisa and the family.
Judy was a wonderful women. I had the real pleasure of meeting Judy and her lovely daughter Lisa. We met up for dinner with other Adam Lambert fans before his Original High concert at Foxwoods. She was so warm, friendly and caring. This is such sad news I send my love and condolences to her entire family ❤️