Judith Ann "Judy" (Irwin) Berman

Judith Berman Logical, thoughtful, analytical and whip smart, Judy Berman, our dear friend and much loved sister, aunt and partner, left this world on Saturday June 8, 2024. 

Despite her unique training and immense knowledge of all the in and outs of the medical profession, first as an oncology nurse and then as a medical malpractice attorney, she could not defeat a monstrous and nearly always fatal pancreatic cancer. To the very end, the attributes that had made her so unique throughout her life were evident - the logic, the preparation, the professionalism and the love and caring for family and friends were on abundant display until her last breath. Her generosity was evident in life and will continue after her passing. Her selflessness too. 

Just weeks ago, she sent Fin, her beautiful companion and buddy, a gorgeous black and white English setter, to live with her brother and sister-in-law in Texas. She knew then she would never see him again. If you’ve ever had a dog you loved, you know how hard that was - especially under the circumstances. But it was the right thing to do, and for Judy the right thing was always the only thing that mattered. 

She spent many great years with her husband Shelly, who preceded her in death. Hopefully they will find each other now and have time to bitch about the Ohio State Buckeyes coach, O line, D line, QB, take your pick - they will surely find a reason to bang a table in frustration. Judy’s large Irish family is far too numerous to begin to list here. Suffice it to say they, and many friends, came from all over the country to say goodbye and knew, with great certainty, what they will miss in this woman’s unique character and immense intelligence. We are all better for having known Judy. Her presence in our lives was an irreplaceable gift we will cherish until we meet again.

Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30AM on Friday June 14, 2024 at St. Timothy Catholic Church, 1088 Thomas Lane Columbus

Family will greet guests prior to mass, beginning at 9:30 am.

 A luncheon in Judith’s honor will follow the funeral mass, at the Aubergine Dining Club. 1265 Grandview Avenue. Grandview Heights, Ohio. 43212 

Private interment will take place at a later date at Maplewood Cemetery, New Lexington, Ohio

Judith created two scholarships. Memorial Tribute Donations may be made to the Mary Jo Leonard Mount Carmel Foundation School of Nursing Scholarship or the Sheldon M Berman Memorial Endowment, School of Communications at The Ohio State University

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