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We created a GatheringUs memorial to celebrate the life of Judee Silvestri. Collecting your stories and memories here will offer us great comfort. Click on the heart to let us know you were here and to receive email updates. Thank you for contributing to this lasting memorial.
OBITUARY
To my team member, friend and colleague, Judee Silvestri...It was truly a pleasure and an honor to work with Judee and get to know her as a person. It was my good fortune to have her on our team of designers and have her positive energy and smiling face around us on a daily basis.She was warm, funny, generous and open. Her team was everything to her and she loved the collaborative nature of her work. She strived to help those around... see more
To my team member, friend and colleague, Judee Silvestri...
It was truly a pleasure and an honor to work with Judee and get to know her as a person. It was my good fortune to have her on our team of designers and have her positive energy and smiling face around us on a daily basis.
She was warm, funny, generous and open. Her team was everything to her and she loved the collaborative nature of her work. She strived to help those around her even when she was suffering herself.
Whether she was feeling well, or not at all, she still showed up with a smile on her face and a nice word to say. She was a bright light everyday for all of us.
Judee may be gone from our lives, but we will forever have Judee in our hearts.
I miss my wife and truly appreciate the time everyone here took to talk about Judee. She was the best part of me, that's for sure.
This picture is how I like to remember her. The smile that told me we were good, and the 'I know you're up to something'... moreI miss my wife and truly appreciate the time everyone here took to talk about Judee. She was the best part of me, that's for sure.
This picture is how I like to remember her. The smile that told me we were good, and the 'I know you're up to something' look. Love you baby. Always. less
Judee will be missed by all, especially me. She was a sparkling star who will forever shine brightly.
She was funny, joyful, interesting, curious, thoughtful and loving, almost always imparting wisdom and kindness in the same breath.
Judee made things... moreJudee will be missed by all, especially me. She was a sparkling star who will forever shine brightly.
She was funny, joyful, interesting, curious, thoughtful and loving, almost always imparting wisdom and kindness in the same breath.
Judee made things fun for everyone. I remember the Judee Brew group with great fondness. The whole crew loved to get a cup of her coffee if they were fast enough! It even inspired Bill to come up with two versions of the Judee Brew theme song! We would sing it as Judee would come into the kitchen... She loved it!
We had many laughs, many great conversations and many fun moments! Here are a few fun pics. The Christmas one is from Judee's coffee video for BB. We did, maybe, 8 takes, and man, she was perfect! The summer one is from our company get together in 2018. More smiles, good times and awesome memories. less
Judee was always such a great friend. Always willing to lend a hand and such a caring person. She would always ask me about my daughter and son to see how they were doing and she put others first before herself. We would have long conversations about... moreJudee was always such a great friend. Always willing to lend a hand and such a caring person. She would always ask me about my daughter and son to see how they were doing and she put others first before herself. We would have long conversations about movies and things we enjoyed, like marvel and comics. She was a joy to see everyday at work. I will miss her less
I probably knew Judee the shortest amount of time of all the people posting here. From what I've read and heard about her, I have the barest glimmer of what a wonderful and caring person she was and how deeply she'll be missed.
That said, it's not often... moreI probably knew Judee the shortest amount of time of all the people posting here. From what I've read and heard about her, I have the barest glimmer of what a wonderful and caring person she was and how deeply she'll be missed.
That said, it's not often you meet someone who's on perfectly on the same wavelength as you on certain subjects. It turns out Judee enjoyed some of the same left-of-left field TV shows as I did.
It's very rare to be able to make a joke like "Snake jazz is my jam now" * or yell "BAT!" **, and have them smile in appreciation, and not do the sane thing of running away in abject confusion. The lady had a great sense of humor; that much is obvious.
In addition to that, she was a talented artist as well. I had the honor of working on many of her designs and always appreciated her patience with me when I bombarded her with questions.
My deepest condolences to her husband Charlie, her family, her friends, and her co-workers. Judee was one-of-a-kind and will be deeply missed.
* That's a joke from "Rick & Morty".
** That's a joke from "What We Do in the Shadows" and as Judee would attest, probably the cleanest one you can quote. less
When I used to work in the NY office Judee was the go to person if we had any questions about NJ or International jobs. I knew she would always go out of her way to help me or find the answer for me. She was so sweet and caring and it was so nice to get... moreWhen I used to work in the NY office Judee was the go to person if we had any questions about NJ or International jobs. I knew she would always go out of her way to help me or find the answer for me. She was so sweet and caring and it was so nice to get to know Judee more when I joined the NJ team. She will be truly missed. less
Judee, I will miss your smile and Judee brew at the office. I'm not good at this type of stuff, but you were a source of good that this world needed. Let me know if Jesus really does wear jeans. :)
The creative team has a daily online meeting and we decided to have a holiday hat day just before Christmas. This was Christmas 2021 and Judee had been having more health issues, but she showed up to our meeting with a smile and without complaint. ... moreThe creative team has a daily online meeting and we decided to have a holiday hat day just before Christmas. This was Christmas 2021 and Judee had been having more health issues, but she showed up to our meeting with a smile and without complaint. Judee gladly joined the fun dressed for the holidays - she was always ready to participate in our silly theme days, even when she wasn't feeling well.
Here she is with her warm smile and her holiday gear.
Judee, we'll always miss your presence, your warmth, and your positive energy. less
The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council was honored to have Judee as a member at Innovairre. She had a heart for people of all kind. Thank you Judee for you dedication. We miss you! 💛
The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council was honored to have Judee as a member at Innovairre. She had a heart for people of all kind. Thank you Judee for you dedication. We miss you!
It still does not feel real to me that she is no longer with us, when I first started with the company, I felt a little out of place to be honest, yet she was always so open and welcoming to me… when I saw all the comic swag all over her desk, I knew... moreIt still does not feel real to me that she is no longer with us, when I first started with the company, I felt a little out of place to be honest, yet she was always so open and welcoming to me… when I saw all the comic swag all over her desk, I knew we'd get along just fine. Turned out to be true. Already missing her. less
To those who so generously donated...you will be happy to know that
Innovairre has decided to match our donations to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation up to $2500.
This is our Judee… Happy and smiling on the frozen canals of Amsterdam. Always keen on helping others, positive and kind. She’ll be remembered this way. I miss her very much.
We took this in Paris. I was over an hour late to meet you because I had been operating that entire weekend on UK time. When I got to the café, you gave me the biggest hug and never let on what a big doofus I am. We had so much fun chatting away over... moreWe took this in Paris. I was over an hour late to meet you because I had been operating that entire weekend on UK time. When I got to the café, you gave me the biggest hug and never let on what a big doofus I am. We had so much fun chatting away over coffee. It was like we never stopped hanging out. I will always miss you, Judee. I will always love you. I still can't believe you're gone. I should have told you all of this sooner. Wherever you are, I know you're rocking out with the angels. less
Judee has disappeared from our world too soon, but never from our hearts. It's still such a shock and so hard to believe, and I wish I could have given her just one more hug. I already miss her presence so much as a friend and long-time colleague. Judee... moreJudee has disappeared from our world too soon, but never from our hearts. It's still such a shock and so hard to believe, and I wish I could have given her just one more hug. I already miss her presence so much as a friend and long-time colleague. Judee is one of my first memories of the company. When I first joined, she designed our retail catalogues in the Pennsauken office, many direct mail appeals and premiums. Boy, did we drive her crazy with over 3,000 SKUs, but she was the constant and talented professional, extremely patient and always made our vision even better with her flawless execution and perfect proofreading.
We got to know each other really well when we transferred to Amsterdam to live and and work in the new office there. Judee wholeheartedly embraced the Dutch - and European - culture, and we made many amazing, lasting memories there as a team and group of expats. It seemed like she really belonged there because she just absorbed everything like a sponge. She would brew us special French press coffee in the morning in her methodical way and make sure we had snacks and flowers on our desks. She would sing and dance around and her laughter would light up the room with joy. She would roam around the city and try to see every nook and cranny. She was always willing to try something new or go somewhere else to work and also spent time in the Italy office. Wherever she went, she made others feel comfortable and important and gained many lifelong friends along her way.
Even through all her challenges and suffering through the years, she was solid as a rock and always looking for a solution and willing to try another way to endure it all. I never saw her feel sorry for herself. Instead, she seemed to carry a sense of inner strength and resilience. She researched everything so she could understand her prognosis, however it evolved. She would have made an amazing nurse. When my cat was diagnosed with diabetes, I called her, crying like a baby, worried about giving the insulin injection. Her cat (Caesar) had diabetes so she had gone through it before. She basically told me in her very nice, even, calm tone to suck it up, that it would be totally fine, that we were lucky to have the medicine, that I could do it, and she would help me figure it out. After five minutes, she had me laughing and feeling better. That was Judee. She could turn any situation around for the good.
Judee's spirit was filled with curiosity about the world and the way it worked, food (coffee being a primary food group in her eyes :), music, pop culture, medicine, politics, equal rights for all, art, history, and the list goes on and on. She truly cared about people from all walks of life and believed in the company's mission to promote diversity, equity and inclusion and served as one of the founding members of the DEI Council. Her insights, thoughts, perspectives and collaboration inspired all of us.
She gleamed when she and Charlie got married in a castle in Scotland, her dream come true. Their life together overflowed with magical moments, and she loved her family and their times together. I only wish that she could have experienced more dreams like that and pray that her journey onward is immersed in light and peace. A poem that she had posted on her Facebook pages is attached, this is reflective of Judee's heart.
Love you Judes, forever and always. ❤🙏❤ less
Jill Querceto
Steph, your sentiment is truly beautiful and the poem perfect, I know Judee would be happy if we were back here on earth passing on the good to each other inspired by her. Love you!
I have great memories of Judee in the Amsterdam office. Judee was so great, funny, herself, really professional. You will be missed Judee. R.I.P.
My deepest sympathie goes to Judee's family.
Judee was my first true online "work friend". Work friends are a nice little perk . We probably see them more often than other friends. In my case, we did not have long years together. Yet, there was this really lovely time spent with her--... moreJudee was my first true online "work friend". Work friends are a nice little perk . We probably see them more often than other friends. In my case, we did not have long years together. Yet, there was this really lovely time spent with her-- pre-meetings talking about life's random stuff. Sometimes talk was pretty profound of our thoughts on the state of the world. Other times it was just about home workspace, pets and our silver locks.
So while I will completely miss talking with her in our early meeting sign-ins, I realize that in our work she continues to be here. The work that she loved and has created will be picked up by all of us. Her comments and notes within files will keep guiding us. Even further, her work was unique; literally reaching to other places in the world. Judee will be seen and heard from everyday, and I think she probably likes that. less
Judee, We are all still shocked and saddened by your leaving the physical earth. To say that you were a joy to be around would be an understatement. You loved everyone fiercely, found joy in all things, never making anyone question how you felt about... moreJudee, We are all still shocked and saddened by your leaving the physical earth. To say that you were a joy to be around would be an understatement. You loved everyone fiercely, found joy in all things, never making anyone question how you felt about them. I hope that you did not underestimate the difference you made in all of our lives. You encouraged me personally and inspired me with your unfailing positivity regardless of what challenges you were facing. I will hold your memory close. Love Jill less
One year for halloween, I decided the night before to dress up as Amy Farrah Fowler from Big Bang. At the time not a lot of people knew the show but I wanted to do it anyway. I called Judee and told her what I was doing. The next day Judee came in... moreOne year for halloween, I decided the night before to dress up as Amy Farrah Fowler from Big Bang. At the time not a lot of people knew the show but I wanted to do it anyway. I called Judee and told her what I was doing. The next day Judee came in wearing khaki's and a super hero t-shirt in her best last minute attempt at dressing up as Sheldon Cooper. Yes it was a lame costume but she didn't to help complete my costume. This is just an example of what it was like to be friends with Judee. We weren't just coworkers, we were friends. And I'll miss her dearly but she will always live in my memories. less
Judee Silvestri - I'll be forever thankful for the past 7 years with you. You were a constant connection of love and friendship that I will miss terribly. It's really hard to wrap my head around you not physically being here anymore. When I think of... moreJudee Silvestri - I'll be forever thankful for the past 7 years with you. You were a constant connection of love and friendship that I will miss terribly. It's really hard to wrap my head around you not physically being here anymore. When I think of Innovairre, I think of you. You played such a meaningful role at work and in my personal life.
No matter how busy, how sick, or stressed you were - you always made time for me and my family... especially Little Bern. Always showing us in ways big and small you cared and anytime I could reciprocate, you were always so grateful and so easy to please. The smallest gesture would make your day. She treated everyone she met with incredible kindness, compassion and respect. She wore her heart on her sleeve and would give you the shirt off her back.
Jude - you will live in my heart forever. I'll always strive to be the kind of friend you were to me and so many others.
Judee has been more than a very valuable part of the community in Amsterdam, she was a true friend.
I remember many beautiful, funny and emotional moments. One special moment was seeing her joy watching the royal wedding on TV back in 2011 and Judee... moreJudee has been more than a very valuable part of the community in Amsterdam, she was a true friend.
I remember many beautiful, funny and emotional moments. One special moment was seeing her joy watching the royal wedding on TV back in 2011 and Judee organizing a festive atmosphere and decorations in the office.
After Judee returned to the US, she remained being a very important part of our international team and was always there for us.
I miss Judee, her amiability, cheerfulness and warm heartedness.
My deepest sympathy goes to her family. less
Grateful is the word that comes to mind when I think about how I got the opportunity to work with Judee. She was truly one of the most selfless and loving people that I have ever met! May her memory comfort and bring us joy!
I was very lucky to get to work with her over the last few years. It was a delight to chat with her on zoom, even for just a few minutes, every day. She was so sweet and just wanted people to be happy. I’m so sorry for everyone who was close to her and... moreI was very lucky to get to work with her over the last few years. It was a delight to chat with her on zoom, even for just a few minutes, every day. She was so sweet and just wanted people to be happy. I’m so sorry for everyone who was close to her and will mourn her loss for a long time. It will not be the same without her, I know, but praying memories of her bring comfort to you. less