Maura Erin Judge

 

It is with profound sadness and broken hearts that we share the passing of Maura Erin Judge. She passed from this earthly dwelling on July 5, 2026. Maura was 39 years old. She was a graduate of Scranton Preparatory School, Class of 2005 and attended West Chester University. While our hearts are heavy with the loss of Maura, we take comfort in knowing that she is finally at peace and free from the relentless struggle of addiction that haunted her for most of her adult life. To those who knew Maura, she will be remembered for a brilliant smile, her crazy sense of humor and fierce love for family. She was a loving daughter, sister, aunt, niece and friend. Maura possessed a beautiful spirit that dimmed during dark times but shone brightly during her happiest moments. Though this illness took so much from her and our family, we want Maura to be remembered for the vibrant, loving person that she truly was inside not just for the disease that took her life. Maura leaves behind to cherish her memory her devoted parents Jack and Maureen (Owens) Judge, her brother Matt and sister-in-law Meg Judge, her adored niece Charlotte and nephew Jack Judge, uncles and aunts, Michael and Marcy Judge, Lois Judge Beseda, Dan and Judy Owens, Terry and Cindy Owens, Tom and Lisa Owens, Pat and Jennifer Owens as well as many cousins and dear friends. Maura was preceded in death by her grandparents Lee and Helen Owens, Bill and Lois Judge and her uncle Billy Judge. We share our story in hope that it will help break the stigma surrounding drug addiction and perhaps encourage others still in the fight to seek the help they need without shame or guilt. Visitation will be Friday, July 10th in the Thomas J. Hughes Funeral Home, 1240 St. Ann’s Street, Scranton from 4-6pm. A mass of Christian burial will be concelebrated by Msgr. David L. Tressler and Father Richard E. Fox on Saturday, July 11th at 10am in St. Patrick’s Church, 1403 Jackson Street, Scranton, PA. If attending the mass, please go directly to the church. Interment Cathedral Cemetery.

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Janet and Mark Comerford

Maureen & Jack - We are so sorry to hear of Maura’s tragic passing. The obituary you wrote is beautiful. You will be in our prayers. May God hold her in the palm of His hand. With deepest sympathy, Jan & Mark

Judy & Bill Sampson

Our deepest sympathy.🙏❤️Love Judy & Bill Sampson

Leo Murray

Jack & Maureen: Words alone cannot express how very sorry I am for your loss.

John Richter

I am so sorry for your loss.

Jacqueline Judge

I'm so sorry for your loss. Your all in my prayers.

Raheem Stokes

I want to take this time to extend my deepest condolences and prayers to Maura's family and friends. I worked with Maura as a Chemical Dependency Technician at Just Believe Recovery in Carbondale and she assisted with training me and she was very warming and caring and she was very encouraging learn from. I will miss her good spirit the positive energy she carried through her smile. Sending love and prayers.

Jolanta and Miroslaw Kaczmarczyk with family

So sorry for the loss of such a beautiful young life. May she rest in peace

Sean Healey

My deepest condolences 🙏🏻

Dottie and Cutser

Our hearts are broken for your entire family. May you find strength and comfort, knowing she is at peace. We love you and are here for you, always

Mary ann kelly

My deepest condolences for a life taken away far too soon. My love to all of you.

Ralph Jenkin

Always loved this amazing kid. Beautiful Soul

Rebecca Walsh

We are truly sorry for the loss of your beautiful and beloved daughter. We are thinking of you all🙏🏼

Matt Dempsey

So sorry for your loss; I will keep her in my prayers 🙏🙏

Edith M Lavelle

I am so lost for words Maura and I became close and she was such a wonderful woman funny and brave she will be definitely missed and loved my prayers and condolences to her parents n family

Maria McAndrew

My deepest deepest sympathy in the tragic loss of beautiful Maura.

YANY TORIBIO

Hey Girl! My condolences to your family. Although we only knew each other for a short time, I will always remember your kindness and our time together sharing snacks "cause no way I was getting fat alone" it was just a simple thing but it always made us smile. Now, I don't have anyone to share my snacks with anymore. I'm going to miss you girl! Rest in peace Maura!

Brenda Bitonti

I worked with Maura, we started at Metro together. She brought joy to my day when we were in the office together. She was sweet, funny, smart and kind and I will miss her tremendously. Although I am saddened by this loss I am grateful for the time we shared and the memories that will carry forward. I would like to extend my deepest condolences to Maura's family, friends and loved ones during this difficult time. Maura will be greatly missed but never forgotten. May she rest in peace.

Bob and Midge Brown Cooney

Maureen ,Jack and Matt, We are so very sorry to hear of your daughter's passing. She was a beautiful girl and certainly was well loved. She will always be with you. You now have an angel watching over you .

james barrett

very sorry for your loss

Cindy Farino

I’m so very sorry and heartbroken for your loss of Maura. Although I haven’t seen her for many years, I remember her as a beautiful, sweet and happy girl. May God ease your pain by knowing she is with God and happy again ❤️🙏

Kat Gabriel

Oh my stars... Maura was a complete goofball but also really great with calling me out on my stuff. We were coworkers years ago, spent much time in Omaha, Nebraska with her. She became like an older sister taking care of me. She will be so incredibly missed, my heart is with you all.

Kelly Corazzi

I am deeply saddened to hear of Maura’s passing. Her light and beautiful soul will never be dimmed. My wife Dina lost her fight with addiction on 9/1/25. Her story very much parallels Maura’s she was 38. Although the sadness is overwhelming at times I know deep down she is free from pain and struggle and in a beautiful place with everything she loves. I pray that you know that Maura is also in that place. 🤍💫💔

Cindy Bolden

Maura was a beautiful bright soul, I loved her so much and she will definitely be missed by all of us in Recovery community, Rest easy Maura 💔💔

Ellen Hontz

So deeply sorry to hear of the passing of Maura. She was very well liked and highly regarded member of our team here at Metro. Thoughts and prayers to the family.

Susie Pethick

I'm very sorry for your devastating loss! My prayers and thoughts are with your entire family!

Dcn Michael Kristan

I am so sorry to hear of this tremendous life lost. I did not know Maura, but we both work for Metro and my heart is broken for her coworkers, friends and family. I know the cost of addictions all too well and deeply appreciate your sharing this part of her struggle with us. Know of my prayers and that a mass will be offered for her at Sacred Heart Cathedral in Rochester, New York.

Rosemary McAndrew

Maureen my heart goes out. to you Jack and family.It is so hard losing the one you love so much.im praying for your family.God bless

Rosemary Mulligan

I am praying for God’s peace for your family. She was a beautiful woman, and she will always remain that way. I did not know her personally but I know her brother and I am sad for the family.

Elizabeth Bayley

I'm so sorry for your loss. Maura was a wonderful person. I really enjoyed all of our talks. She adored her niece and nephew. Maura, my friend, you are loved and will be missed by so many people.

Rich (Rocky) Dunleavy

Dear Jack and Family, my thoughts and prayers are with all of you during these difficult times. I'm very sorry I will not be able to attend the viewing and funeral

Joseph & Donna Kohut

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family...Heartfelt condolences and sympathy for your loss. Wishing you comfort and peace during this difficult time. We share your sorrow. Please know we are here for you.

Janessa Hershman

It's terribly sad that you're gone. I'm so sorry to Maura, her friends and family that such a lovely human has left so soon. You were such an incredibly down to earth, kind and open-hearted person. You spoke so highly of your niece and nephew- of your entire family. You loved your friends and cared deeply for the well being of your clients, you expressed this to me on several occasions and I’m so glad that I can relay that sentiment. You put effort into caring about others, it didn’t matter what kind of situation they were in, you wanted to help. With love, JH

Ruth Wheeler

Oh Maureen, I’m so sorry for your loss, how quickly times moves about us. The last thing we ever think we are going to do is lose our children. My hearts broken for you and your family. I have not seen you in more than 45 years. I live in Florida . If ever you need a friend to talk to plz feel free! I buried my son in 2014 . I know your pain all too well well! Sending sympathy, strength and love to you and your entire family.

Cindy

May the Lord bless you, & keep you, until you all are reunited again. Sincere condolences from " one" that also experienced the same , with a very best friend. KEEP HER LIGHT BURNING FOR ALL IN NEED! Sincerely, Cindy Tunkhannock, Pa

Mary Kay Ruddy

Jack and Maureen, I am so sorry to hear about Maura, and there are no words that could possibly ease your pain. Please know that my prayers will include your entire family, as you deal with such a tremendous loss at this time. I am so very sorry. Mary Kay

Kernich Family

Dear Jack, Maureen and family, So very sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May Maura rest in peace.

Kathleen McKenna

My sincerest condolences.Maura was a beautiful, intelligent and thoughtful student of mine and friend to my daughter and so many at Scranton Prep. ❤️🙏

Raymond Kelly

Jack, to you and your family, I'm heartbroken to hear this terrible news. I'll pray that you'll be able to get over this tragedy for now and until the day comes that you're reunited in heaven once again.

Kim Kelleher Vitaletti

Maureen & Jack & Family. I am so very sorry for your loss. I am unable to see you and say this in person. Thank you for your bravery in sharing Maura’s story and may she be forever at peace. My family’s prayers and thoughts are with you during this time. ❤️🙏

Mike and Mary Genello

Jack/Maureen, Deepest sorrow on your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May she truly rest in peace. God bless.

Marty Durkin

Jack , Maureen and Matt, I’m so sorry to hear of Maura’s passing. Please know that your family is my thoughts and prayers.

William Osborne

Our deepest sympathies Bill and Laura Osborne

Bill and Kim Courtright

Maureen, Jack, and family, We are very sorry to hear about the passing of your daughter Maura. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.