Obituaries
Judith Ann Hollinger, 82
December 23, 2023
On December 11, 1941, Emily Jane & Richard Zercher of Lititz, PA welcomed a light into this world that would touch the lives of so many people in the most loving and positive way imaginable. That light is Judith Ann Hollinger (Judy). On December 23, 2023 that light, whom we loved so dearly, unfortunately had to leave our world and is now keeping watch over us in a different way. Those who are lucky enough to have known her have lost a friend like no other. She will be missed by so many.
In Judy’s 82 years here with us she did a host of absolutely amazing things. She was a mom and homemaker, showed horses, went back to school and completed an accounting degree, and worked at an auction house for many years. After raising her children in California, Judy returned home to Lititz, PA where she continued her life journey. In her latest life achievement, she went to massage therapy school at 60 years young and practiced as a massage therapist for over 10 years. Judy loved dancing, knitting, 4th of July, “wine & cheese, please”, gathering around a kitchen table laughing and telling stories, and Coronado Island. But, most of all, she loved and adored her family. She was a solid, incredibly strong, brave, grounded, wise, and realistic person and therefore a welcoming refuge for us all in times of need. Anyone who knew Judy has a story of how she impacted their lives in a positive way. She cried when we cried, she laughed when we laughed; but she always put us all, especially in times of need, above herself.
Judy is survived by her loving husband David G. Hollinger and her children Penny Zercher, Tony Mauro and wife Angel, Josie Mauro, Nick Mauro and wife Ali, Mike Mauro and husband Guy, and two step sons Curtis and Mike Hollinger. Judy is survived by her two brothers Bud and Dick Zercher. Judy was lovingly known as Grams, Grammy, and GG to a total of 14 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. Judy was preceded in death by her parents and three siblings, Emily (Toot) Weaver, John Zercher, and Mike Zercher.
A little piece of us all left with her, but even more of her stayed with us; and we will be stronger, kinder, more resilient, and better people because of her. We don’t think about how to move on without her, but how to embrace the piece of her that’s with us as we navigate our own journeys, and we hope they will be as adventurous and colorful as hers.
In keeping with mom’s wishes, we will be foregoing traditional services and a private “It’s been a fun life” celebration will be held. We love you, Mom; it was so fun!
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Condolences to the Family
January 03, 2024
To Judy’s family,
I am saddened to learn of your loss. May your beautiful memories sustain you until you meet again.
love, hugs and sympathy,
Ronna Stoe
January 03, 2024
Dear Dave-I am so sorry to learn of Judy’s passing. We certainly had many laughs together with the Lincoln Ave girls! May you and the family find solace in the days and months ahead. In sympathy, Karen Weibel
January 02, 2024
Dear Dave, Nick and Family,
Sandy and I were so said to learn of Judy’s passing. As you know, she was such an amazing person who always brought smiles to everyone she met. Your words really captured who Judy was and we will cherish our memories of her for years to come. We extend our deepest condolences and wish you much strength though this very difficult time.
JODIE P FRISCH
January 02, 2024
What a beautiful obituary – for a beautiful lady. My condolences to the family. Jude will be very missed.
Love – Sandi
December 31, 2023
Dear Dave, Dick, and Bud. It is my sorrow to extend condolences to you and the rest of the family. I did not see Judy frequently but when we did we always had a great time. Dave, I send my special condolences to you. You will have a difficult time living without Judy. Do you have any special plans at this point.? I am currently in Cleveland Ohio with son Tim, but will be home on Tuesday. I will contact you then. Love and regards, cousin Tom Keehn
December 30, 2023
I was saddened to hear of Judy’s passing. She was “Mom” to me for many years, and Grammy to my son, Julian. My heart is heavy with condolences for Dave, her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren.
May we all remember her fondly, with smiles on our faces. You will be missed, Judy, until we meet again.
December 30, 2023
So sorry to hear about the passing of Judy. We all loved her! She was a special lady. Praying for Uncle David and Judy’s children.
December 30, 2023
I’m so sorry that Aunt Judy left us so suddenly. But I’m delighted and comforted to imagine her gloriously whole and radiant in the arms of Jesus and those she loved who have gone before her in Gods kingdom. I know I will see her again someday, but in the meantime, I will miss her and her beautiful presence. I had the joy of working alongside Aunt Judy at Murray’s Aunction, of cleaning hers and Dave’s home for several years, of receiving amazing massages from her, and of having many more memories of special family interactions! Thanks for sharing your own beautiful story and life with us Aunt Judy! We will always love you! And I send my love and condolences to all my family as we remember Judy! Erin Stauffer Monroy♥️
December 30, 2023
my deepest sympathy to judys family. rest in peace judy and we will see you again one day in heaven. she truly was a great friend and we had so many fun times together. loved being at coronado every summer at the same time. we had so much fun being flower girls at alex and gus wedding. we were probably the oldest flower girls in history. she will be greatly missed. praying for comfort for dave and her children.
December 30, 2023
Judy was an amazing wife, and remains to be my best friend. We both had trying times, and we got through them together. We had each other for 28 years of laughs and memories, and loving to just hold hands some days. Judy often said “I love you more”, than all the fun times we had together, the many dances we danced, or of any bad days we experienced.
Judy, I love you for all the amazing love you have given me. I will see you again one glorious day. Dance with Jesus, my Love. Dave H.
December 30, 2023
This is an absolutely beautiful and touching account of Aunt Judy’s life and who she was as a person. Every word of it is so true and captures who she was and who she’ll continue to be to all who knew and loved her. She was a strong, funny, loving, kind and caring lady who I always thought was super cool. She will truly be missed by us all.
