Judith A. Schmidt

   Judith A. Schmidt, age 64, of Kennett Square, Pennsylvania, passed away on January 17, 2024, at Ware Presbyterian Village in Oxford, PA. She was the spouse of Thomas Schmidt, with whom she shared 41 years of marriage. Born in Philadelphia, PA, she was the daughter of the late William Hufford and Florence (Stehle) Hufford.

       In addition to her husband, Judith is survived by her son, Andrew (Lacey) Schmidt of Phoenixville, PA; her daughter, Kristin (Nick) Piccari of Philadelphia, PA; and her brothers, William (Carol) Hufford Jr. and Donald (Karen) Hufford.   

   Judy loved working at Longwood Gardens and enjoyed the many friendships she made there with colleagues.  She loved animals, especially her beloved horse (Buffett) and her dogs (Buddy and Abby).   She enjoyed playing Scrabble by her pool or on any beach.  She loved gardening, skiing, and traveling.  Tennis and paddle-tennis at Kennett Square Golf & Country Club were also favorite activities.  Above all else, Judy loved the time spent with her friends and family. 

     You are invited to visit with Judith’s family and friends on Saturday, February 3, 2024 from 10:00am- 11:00am at The Episcopal Church of the Advent, 401 N. Union Street, Kennett Square, PA 19348.  Her memorial service will follow at 11:00am.  A reception will follow at Kennett Square Golf & Country Club, 100 E. Locust Lane, Kennett Square, PA 19348. Interment will be held privately.   In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to La Mancha Animal Rescue https://www.lamanchaanimalrescue.org/donate

    Arrangements are by Matthew J. Grieco of Grieco Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc. (484-734-8100) of Kennett Square.  To view Judy’s online tribute, and to share a memory with her family, please visit www.griecofunerals.com