Obituary of Judith C. Iannielli

Judith Iannielli passed away on Tuesday, May 2, 2017 following a brief illness.  She shared 77 years of love and laughter with her family and friends.  A Funeral Service will be held on Sunday, May 7th at 5:30 pm at the Norman Dean Home For Services, 16 Righter Ave., Denville. Visiting hours will be held from 2-6 that afternoon.  Private burial to follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery.  Donations in her name may be made to the good work of St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital by way of www.inmemoryof-memorial.org.  

Judy was born to the late Joseph and Claire Bannon.  She was raised in Livingston and after her schooling, she met and later married James Iannielli.  The couple settled in Denville and later Rockaway Township where they raised their family.  She was an amazing Mom and Grandma, always putting the needs of her family first.  She loved to shop and enjoyed her soaps and TiVo as it afforded her the opportunity to hit replay. Above all, she loved being with her family.  This family Matriarch will be missed beyond words.

Predeceased by her husband James R. Iannielli; her adored sons Alvin and Joseph Poole; and her sister Carroll Olstead; she leaves happy memories to her children Judith Kelly (Michael) and James Iannielli (Dorothy); her grandchildren Ryan Poole, Lianne Geary (John), Jamie Bloette (Greg), Jenna and James Iannielli and Michael and Joseph Kelly; adored great grandchildren Chase, Avery, Lucas and Madeline Bloette; brother Richard Bannon (Ruth); brother in law Jack Olstead; her loyal canine Josie; and many more dear relatives and friends.