Judith L. Zupp

Judith L. Laird Zupp, 78, of Sharon, passed away on Saturday, October 3, 2026, in UPMC Horizon Hospital, Farrell.

Mrs. Zupp was born on December 28, 1947, in Sharon, a daughter of the late Clifford and Dorothy (Stafford) Small. She was a graduate of Sharon High School.

A talented floral designer, Judith worked for more than 30 years at the former Pat Catan’s and Kraynak’s, both in Hermitage. Previously, she was employed at the former Camera and Card Shop in the Shenango Valley Mall and Anchor Drug Store in Sharon.

Her husband of 11 years, Daniel “Dan” Zupp, passed away on March 22, 2021.

A sports fan, Judith enjoyed watching baseball and football on television. She was also extremely family-oriented, always looking forward to playing with her great-grandchildren. Judith also enjoyed reading her bible and helping others, especially her friends at her apartment.

She is survived by a son, Rodger Laird, Jr. (Joanna), of Hermitage; four grandchildren, Jonnie, Jordan, Jeffrey and Jacob Laird; three great-grandchildren, Nevaeh, Nicco and Giovanni; a sister, Stella Halgas, of Brookfield, OH; three brothers, Eugene Hummell, of Hermitage, Robert Hummell (Cathy), and Richard Small (Margie), all of Sharon; and many nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents and husband, Judith was preceded in death by a sister-in-law, Joanne Hummell.

The family suggests memorial contributions be directed to the American Cancer Society, at American Cancer Society

Calling hours will be 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Friday (10/09/2026) in J. Bradley McGonigle Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 1090 East State St., Sharon.

Funeral service will immediately follow at 1 p.m. on Friday, in the funeral home, with Rev. Gene Habbyshaw, officiating.

Interment: Riverside Cemetery, Sharpsville.