Judy Ann Martin

Dedicated Mother, Grandmother, Sister, Aunt, Cousin and Friend Judy Ann (West) Martin of Kissimmee, Florida passed away surrounded by her loving family Monday, February 1st, 2016. She was a wonderful example of what giving is all about. Judy was born January 23rd, 1950 in Rockville, Connecticut to Byron and Alice (Kelley) West. She had five brothers and one sister. Judy began her career in banking at Hartford National Bank. She worked her way up from second shift proof department to the only women executive in the technology department. She was a self-taught computer programmer with drive and passion. Judy retired from The Hartford Insurance Group where she held several executive level leadership positions. She was a loved and well-respected leader and mentor. In retirement, Judy was a snowbird and enjoyed travelling between Connecticut and Florida, making memories with friends and family. She had a gift for life, deeply touching everyone she met. She was “The Giving Tree”. Her generosity was unmatched - always there, always giving, always selfless. Judy was the backbone of the family and loved coordinating gatherings at her home on the lake where everyone was welcome to eat, boat, swim, waterski and have tons of fun in the sun. She was happiest when everyone was having fun. Judy was “finally” blessed with two beautiful grandchildren. Her son Michael Martin, Jr., his wife Renee Martin, and their two children Michael and Caroline Ann of Saint Cloud, Florida survive her. She is also survived by her brother Byron West Jr. of South Daytona, Florida; her brother James West of Vernon, Connecticut; her brother Alan West and his wife Mary West of Stafford, Connecticut; her sister Cathy Gionfriddo and her husband John Gionfriddo of Daytona Beach, Florida; her brother Jerry West and his wife Susan West of Garner, North Carolina. Her brother John West of Manchester, Connecticut preceded her in death. She also leaves behind many cherished nieces, nephews and long time friends. Calling Hours will be held Friday, February 26th, 2016, 5:00pm-7:00pm at Burke-Fortin Funeral Home, 76 Prospect Street, Rockville, CT 06066. Phone: 860-875-5490 Funeral Services and reception immediately following will be Saturday, February 27th, 2016 at 11:00am at St. Bernard’s Church, 25 St Bernard’s Terrace, Rockville, CT 06066. Phone: 860-875-0753 You are my sunshine, my only sunshine. You make me happy when skies are grey. You never know, dear, how much I love you. Please don’t take my sunshine away.

Judy Ann Martin

January 23, 1950 - February 1, 2016