Martha Pruyn Judson

November 14, 1941 – February 27, 2026 Martha Pruyn Judson, 84, passed away on February 27, 2026. Born in Albany, New York, she grew up in Loudonville. After getting her associate’s degree in early childhood education, she married Alan, and together they raised their family in Niverville, New York. She later retired to Fernley, Nevada, and then to Columbus, Ohio. When her children were in school, she co-founded and taught at The Church Street Preschool in Valatie. She also served as a dedicated employee at Hudson City Savings Bank. When her children were older, she once again found herself called to the classroom as an educational aide within the special education programs at Ichabod Crane Central Schools. She was known for her patience and kindness with her students, her fine penmanship, and her commitment to quality. She worked with elementary students and middle schoolers, and then was a note-taker for a high school student. She was missed dearly when she retired and moved to Nevada. Martha also contributed to her community as a teacher and leader at the First Presbyterian Church of Valatie, 4-H leader, Columbia County Cooperative Extension volunteer, and an elder at the Gift of Grace Lutheran Church in Fernley, Nevada. She and Alan were also involved with Relay for Life, which was very personal to the Judson family, as many of them have been affected by cancer. Martha was a loving wife and mother, a loyal friend, and a devoted grandmother to her eleven grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. There were always cookies in the cookie jar at her house, home-cooked casseroles and side dishes, and homemade quilts and winter hats being made. She and Alan enjoyed traveling and collecting antiques together. She always had a poodle by her side to keep her company and on her toes. Her love and laughter will be missed. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 49 years, Alan D. Judson, and her four siblings. She is survived by her son, David H. Judson, and his wife, Lisa; her daughter, Kathryn J. Dungan, and her husband, Paul. A private graveside service will be held. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Martha’s memory to the Alzheimer’s Association (alz.org), Ohio Sled Hockey (ohiosledhockey.org), or The First Presbyterian Church, 3212 Church St, Valatie, NY 12184.

Martha Pruyn Judson

November 14, 1941 - February 27, 2026