Judith (Novak) Gorlick

WORCESTER – Judith (Novak) Gorlick, age 88, died peacefully at home on Friday, July 29, 2022, surrounded by the loving presence of her family. Judy was born in Springfield, MA, the daughter of Benjamin and Mae (Lavitt) Novak. After earning her Associate's Degree from Becker Junior College, she married her beloved husband, Leonard Gorlick, to whom she was married for 43 years. They settled in Worcester, where they raised their family. Judy was proud of her career spanning over forty years, selling nutritional supplements for Shaklee Corporation. Judy loved her extended family and took great pride in the achievements of her children and grandchildren. She was an avid golfer, hitting a hole-in-one at the Mt. Pleasant Country Club course in Boylston in 1992. Judy was a lifelong learner, a wonderful cook, and a world traveler. Judy will be lovingly missed and remembered by her children, Jeffrey Gorlick and his wife, Robyn Honig of Wayland, Laurie Gorlick of Natick, and David Gorlick and his wife, Lisa of Ladera Ranch, California; and her cherished grandchildren, Erica Feldman, Danielle Gorlick, Sarah Gorlick and Isabella Gorlick. She was predeceased by her husband, Leonard Gorlick in 1998. Services are private and are under the care of Kelly Funeral Home of Worcester. Memorial Contributions may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice.