Judy M. Priester, 68
ADAMS, Mass. —
Judy M. (Gaule) Priester 68, of Adams, died Wednesday evening, February 21, 2024 at Williamstown Commons after a long courageous battle with cancer.
She was born in North Adams on February 25, 1955, the daughter of Mary (Brennan) Gaule and the late Herman Gaule. She attended school in Adams and graduated from Minot (North Dakota) High School.
Judy last worked as a home health aide for Gentiva Health Services for many years. Earlier, she had worked for the former Comp Care Visiting Nurses.
Judy enjoyed family vacations in Maine, having lunch with her friends and celebrating all of the holidays. She had an immense passion for her family, especially caring for her mother and spending time with her grandchildren.
Besides her mother, Mary Gaule, of Lanesborough, she is survived by two sons, Patrick Priester and wife Jessica of Lanesborough, Christopher Priester and wife Ashley of New Bern, NC; her daughter Kerri Coury and husband David of Adams; eight grandchildren including John, Ian, Brennan, Ava, Isabella, Braelyn, Skylynn and Mya, a Sister in law Jeri, as well as Nieces April and Heidi, Nephew Billy and her lifelong best friend Dottie. She was predeceased by her brother, John P. Gaule.
A Funeral Mass will be held on Friday, March 1st at 10:00 AM in St. Stanislaus Kostka Church, 25 Hoosac St. Adams. Burial will be held at a later date. Calling hours at the PACIOREK FUNERAL HOME, 13 Hoosac St. Adams, are Thursday from 5 to 7 PM. Her departure comes as a great shock and a deep wound, and it is gravely felt by her entire family and countless others who loved her deeply. The family deeply appreciates your support during this difficult time and asks that In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to PopCares, PO Box 482, Williamstown, MA 01267. To leave a message of condolence, or for directions, please go online to www.paciorekfuneral.com
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