Judith Weiss Collins died April 29, 2020. She meant the world to many people in her advocacy work with victims of child abuse. She gave of herself constantly. Preceding her in death was her only sister Sharon Beth Walker and her niece Megan Hannah. She is survived by her daughter Mary Beth Collins and her son-in-law Phil Rogers.
Services are private. Memorial contributions may be made to the Center for Animal Health and Welfare at www.healthyanimalcenter.org. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.
MaryBeth
May 2, 2020 at 10:10 am
I love you always mom. I will miss you dearly but you will ALWAYS be with me. Rest well mom, be free…I love you!
Always your “Buddy”,
MaryBeth aka MB
Phil
May 2, 2020 at 10:22 am
I’ve known her for 20 years and she worked tirelessly to advocate for survivors of abuse. Her loss is tremendous and hopefully her efforts will help many in the future. Beth will miss you more than you know! Please rest peacefully knowing you are now free of the pain of body and memory. We love you!
Lisa Stokes
May 2, 2020 at 11:17 am
Marybeth and Phil
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Im going to miss your mom so much she was a lovely lady she taught and showed me alot of things over the 20 some years i known her.Im going to miss our Dunkin Donuts mornings. She is in peace, and no pain now.She will be in my heart always
Cynthia Marquez (Western)
May 2, 2020 at 1:59 pm
May your spirit soar with the Eagles, and be at peace among arc angels. I pause in your passing Judith. You will always and forever have a place in my heart where your courageous spirit has given so much healing. I shall carry the gifts you so freely gave of yourself, through out the rest of my life, in a good way. In honor of you, and all you have done, I shall pay it forward to others. From my heart to yours. May your family be blessed with the strength and love, you have given for all eternity. May all of those who’s lives you touched, remember your courage, every time they feel the earth beneath their feet, when the wind blows, the sun shines, and the waters flow. For you will be with us for eternity. Much Love and respect my dearest Judith <3
Vicki Polin
May 2, 2020 at 9:36 pm
Dear Marybeth and Phil,
My heart is with the two of you and wish it was possible for all of us to be with you during this time in your life.
Your mother had a beautiful soul, and her advocacy work made a difference in so many peoples lives.
May her memory be for a blessing.
Cherie
May 2, 2020 at 10:43 pm
Judi you will always be in my heart. You are the most courageous woman I know. You are now with JESUS and that is a comfort. I love you.
Brittany Ecker
May 3, 2020 at 6:28 am
My deepest condolences for your loss, Marybeth and Phil. Over the years that I’ve had the pleasure of knowing you, I would hear about your mom and I know your love for her is fierce. I’m so glad you were there and spent all the time you could together. I know that your mom is so proud of you, especially when the going gets tough, you get going! You’re a tough cookie and I’m sure you get that from your mom. I’m sending love and hugs your way. I’m so sorry for your loss.
Scott Thompson
May 3, 2020 at 7:57 am
I never met her in person but met her on facebook through a friend. I tried to offer support in her efforts to advocate for victims of child abuse. I also tried to be positive with her medical issues. She never gave up her cause. May she now rest in peace.
Dean Krause
May 3, 2020 at 8:14 am
Judith,
I knew since we were both 15, I’ll miss our daily conversations, the few agreements, and many disagreeements, the great amount of knowledge
you imparted on , but most of all I’ll miss my very dear special friend everyday.
Adrianne Simcox
May 3, 2020 at 8:21 am
Beth,
I’m so sorry about your Mom. She was a wonderful lady and was always so kind to me and my family. Thinking of you during this difficult time and sending our love.
Adi, Tim, and Josh
Allan Z Rodzinski
May 3, 2020 at 8:24 am
Rest in peace, Judith Collins, your work to defeat the child abusers will not be in vain. The horrors you had to indure would stop everyone in their tracks, if known about they would right this world. God bless you. Someone make sure the cat is ok, please.
Melanie Johnston
May 3, 2020 at 8:38 am
My heart goes out to you at this time Beth.I never knew your mom but all the goodness in her comes through and you. My condolences to you and Phil at this time
Dean Krause
May 3, 2020 at 8:50 am
Judith,
I knew you since we were both 15, I’ll miss our daily conversations, the few agreements, and the many disagreements, the great amount of knowledge you
imparted on me, but most of all I’ll miss my very dear special friend everyday.
Janet Clark
May 3, 2020 at 11:48 am
Judi inspired me so much. She was full of love and kindness despite all she endured. I know she is truly in a better place and will be looking out for all her loved ones. I will always remember her caring spirit, her sense of humor and her passion as an advocate for abuse survivors.
Eileen Schrader
May 3, 2020 at 5:12 pm
Judith was a woman of magnificent valor. I shall never forget her enigmatic smile, her sense of humor and her fierce love and devotion to her beautiful daughter Beth and Phil….and her compassion for Mike. Warm wishes and comfort to her family, treasured friends and colleagues. ‘Twas a gift to know her.
Robert M. Hoatosn
May 3, 2020 at 5:30 pm
I met Judi many years ago and accompanied her to the Allentown Diocese to report her abuse. She was treated like so many victims are treated – with disdain, but she refused to give up. It took her many years, but her abuser was finally held accountable. Judi was an advocate for many victim/survivors, and she now rests in the peace she deserves. Well done, Judi.
Bob Hoatson
Helen McGonigle
May 3, 2020 at 10:13 pm
Marybeth (and Phil) – my condolences to both of you. Your mom spoke to me often about “MB” and although we had many long telephone conversations we both were careful never to interfere with that quality time when you were visiting her. She was an amazing woman who managed so very much and did her best as an advocate to right wrongs and speak the truth. She accomplished so much in her lifetime, even though the task seemed like throwing a small pebble in a pond. Her impact will be felt on shores for years to come! Judi was an honor to have known and a blessing to many. I will miss her.
Ann-Marie Borgess
May 3, 2020 at 10:39 pm
Judith was a strong and wise woman. She used her immense pain to help others and spoke out fearlessly against satanic ritual abuse. Thank you, dear one. I will miss you. Pray for me.
Tatiana Greendlinger
May 3, 2020 at 10:48 pm
Dear MB (& husband),
Your Mom cherished you. She delighted in your successes, and enjoyed your visits more than anything in the world! Judith was the kind of a friend we all long to have, but most will never meet in their lifetime. As brief and as limited as our acquaintance had been, I loved the way Judith was… Her love was limitless and vulnerability precious. As a fellow survivor she had been a pillar of strength, and cared deeply, selflessly. May her spirit continue to shine brightly, warming our hearts in this stone-cold age.
May Judith’s memory be eternal!
Wishing you comfort & peace, as much as possible in the face of this terrible loss… May you find consolation in the knowledge that your Mom’s sufferings are no more! You’ve been a wonderful, loving daughter to her, the best!
💜
— Tatiana (& condolences from my husband who’s been praying for J. the last several weeks)
gene collins
May 4, 2020 at 1:29 am
Dear MaryBeth andPhil. Your mom will be sorely missed by many. She left her mark in this world standing up for others. Judith once again we thank you for the all you did for us. you made a difference in our lives these past few years. Rest in Peace.
Gene and Susie
Donald Bondick
May 4, 2020 at 8:39 am
You will be so missed, by the many lives that you’ve touched. Godspeed to You, and peace to your family.
Jack Dangler
May 4, 2020 at 3:49 pm
The seed only knows to grow; it takes in all the sunlight and rainthat it is given and becomes the flower it was always meant to become; and in the end it returns to it’s roots. We all know and understand this and yet it leaves such an impression on us as to rob us of a part of our very soul when they depart. Would that life could be so easily tolerated. I grieve with you both.
James Faluszczak
May 6, 2020 at 11:04 pm
Judith deserves to be at peace. The Church and Diocese she called to accountability will not rest. So we continue her advocacy.
Isaiah 42:3 (RSV): “A bruised reed he will not break, and a dimly burning wick he will not quench; he will faithfully bring forth justice.”
kenneth solt
May 10, 2020 at 7:31 am
May you rest in peace, Judi
Darja
May 11, 2020 at 12:21 pm
Rest in peace, my beautiful friend, Judi, who I’ve come to hold dear through our years’ long correspondence.
Judi was a remarkable woman—a force of light with an open mind and a heart of gold.
Noble in her self-sacrificing love and compassion towards the neglected and forgotten, she will never be forgotten.
Overcoming extraordinary events, she became a selfless and tireless lifelong advocate for survivors of abuse and injustice.
The embodiment of courage, Judi’s passionate and uplifting dedication to Truth will live on forever as a source of inspiration to all who knew and loved her.
MaryBeth, your mother wrote so fondly of you. My thoughts are with you. Sending you my love,
Darja
David O’Regan
May 14, 2020 at 8:07 am
Saying goodbye and going away is emotionally painful causing heartache and pain. We lost a good friend and advocate in Judith. Her work helping survivors realize they were not alone and supporting them to heal was her gift to us. She lead by example for fearlessly fighting for truth, justice, and exposing corruption. Her love for us is not closed by her death. Her love will carry on as a bright light in those she touched to pick up her torch and lovingly carry Judiths spirit forward with us. Msy you now rest in eternal peace. We love you.
Aaron Golub
May 14, 2020 at 9:17 am
Dear Judi,
You were loved very much and will me missed. I’m sorry I never got to say goodbye. ;(
Peter Zelinsky
May 14, 2020 at 1:11 pm
Mary Beth, my deepest sympathy on your loss, your mother was one of the most brave person I have ever met. My thoughts and prayers go out to you.
Rev. Darrell Johnson, Palmer Moravian church
May 15, 2020 at 9:54 am
To all of Judith’s family and friends,
Peace to you.
I just learned of this deep loss and of Judith’s earlier connection with our Palmer Township Community Moravian congregation. We grieve with you. We trust that you rejoice in Judith’s life, impact and love in this community. Her compassion was a Godsend to the world. As you recall her in love and cherish the strong memories of shared life, we support you in prayer. In God’s eternal care and resurrection strength, in Christ,
Rev. Johnson and our Palmer faith community
Annette Kissell Nestler
May 18, 2020 at 10:00 am
Though I never met her in person, we communicated via Fb and phone, at times. We supported one another in the Clergy Abuse situation. She even got me a few sweaters and had them mailed to me. I’m saddened and shocked to learn of her passing. Glad I was able to communicate with her via Social Media and send her some beautiful photos to look at, prior to her passing. Glad to hear her precious kitty is with you MB. Your mom spoke of you, loved you very much.
Ellen Lacter
May 23, 2020 at 7:11 pm
Judith was incredibly brave in her fight to get justice for herself and for other victims, past, present and future. She wanted to protect children. Obstacle after obstacle was placed in her way, including the kinds of things that cause so many survivors to retreat in fear, but she pressed forward, she stood up to be counted, to be seen and heard, to fight against institutional betrayal— she was a noble force to contend with. She made this world a better place, all any of us can ever hope to do. Love, Ellen
Amy Rose Pridgen
June 14, 2020 at 12:43 am
Judith, you are truly missed .I learned so much about how true and horrific the catholic priest abuse is and reasons to have nothing to do w that occult.Our mutual friend Joeseph Druce says you will always be his step mom, confidant and best friend he said the last time you two talked that you both were looking forward to running thru and holding hands through luscious fields of grass and lilies when we get to heaven.We are relieved you are no longer suffering, and Joeseph and I are leaning on Our Jesus promise of Revelations c 21 verse 4..until we meet again Judi I’m so very proud and happy for your strength to stand up for your rights against the monsters of abuse and cancer..I love you.🥰🙏🇺🇸🇮🇱🙏Amy R Pridgen
Jean Chubb
July 5, 2020 at 7:56 pm
I am so sorry to learn of the passing of Judi. She was a friend of my mother, Anna Kutzler, and very supportive of mom during her final years. I had the privilege of many conversations with Judi while my mom was struggling with dementia and she always reminded me of the lives mom touched before dementia progressed. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.