Judith Ann Sokoloff Obituary

Judith Ann Sokoloff of New York, New York passed away on September 17, 2026. Judith, born on April 26, 1949, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Judith Ann Sokoloff to show support.

Judith will be remembered for the impact she had on the lives of those around her. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Judith will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture her life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Judith’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued her companionship.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Lawrence Sokoloff and Miriam Sokoloff; and her brother Paul Sokoloff of Overland Park. She is survived by: her son Jacob Leary (Casey Mills) of Sacramento; her significant other Steven Wishnia of Manhattan; her sister-in-law Deborah Sokoloff of Overland Park, Kansas; her nephews, Adam Sokoloff of Kansas City and Daniel Sokoloff of Overland Park; and her former husband Vincent Leary of Brooklyn.

A burial was held on Saturday, September 26th 2026 at 12:00 PM at the Woodstock Artists Cemetery (12 Mountainview Ave, Woodstock, NY 12498).

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the New York Public Library or Doctors Without Borders.