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Judith M Fava

September 24, 1941 — November 5, 2016

Judith M. Fava, 75 of Bolton, loving wife of Gary A. Parsons, died Saturday, November 5, 2016 at St. Francis Hospital in Hartford, surrounded by family.
Judith was born in Manchester on September 24, 1941, daughter of the late Mario and Mary (Rossetto) Fava. She was raised in Bolton, graduated from Manchester High School, and lived most of her adult life in eastern Connecticut before returning to her childhood home in Bolton in 2005. While raising her family, Judith attended Manchester Community College and Wesleyan University where she received a Bachelor's of Arts Degree. She was employed as a psychiatric social worker at Norwich State Hospital and then the Connecticut Valley Hospital in Middletown before retiring in 2006. She was a loving mother and wife, devoted to her family, as well as being a friend and mentor to many. Judith could often be found sitting on her porch, basking in all that Mother Nature has to offer. As an adventurous free spirit, throughout her life, Judith enjoyed skydiving, horseback riding, figure skating, camping and especially gatherings with friends and family. Judith was an incredible soul who left her mark on the world as she blazed her own path.
In addition to her husband, Gary, Judith is survived by her three children, Melody Spurgas of Manchester, Mario Swiney of Key West, FL and Holly Swiney of North Windham; three grandchildren, Zachary, Desiree, and Laurel Erin; her sister, Leonora Fava of NY, NY and extended family.
Visiting hours for family and friends will be held Thursday, November 10, from 5 PM to 8 PM, with Words of Remembrance at 7:30 PM, at the Watkins Funeral Home, 142 East Center Street, Manchester.
To leave a message for her family please visit www.holmes-watkinsfuneralhomes.com .


Visitation DetailsThursday, November 10th, 2016 5:00pm - 8:00pm, Watkins Funeral Home
Service DetailsThursday, November 10th, 2016 7:30pm, Watkins Funeral Home
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