Judith R. Anthony, 86
Judith R. (Kelsey) Anthony, 86, of Mattapoisett passed away at home on Tuesday January 20, 2026 after a brief illness.
Born and raised in Natick, the daughter of the late Edward and Rose (Gareau) Kelsey, she was a longtime resident of Mattapoisett. She was a graduate of Natick High School, Class of 1957 and attended Mount Ida Junior College in Newton.
Throughout her career, Judy worked in retail sales for various companies, including Jordan Marsh, Dutchmaid, Silverstein’s, The Cottage, and the Opulent Owl. She had also been employed in food services at the Harbor Beach Club and Joseph’s Restaurant. She had later been the activities director for the Mattapoisett Council on Aging until her retirement.
Active in local community activities, she served as an election registrar for the Town of Mattapoisett, as a board member of the Pine Island Cemetery, and participated in the Senior Work-off Program through the Mattapoisett Assessors Office.
She was a very kind and caring person who was loved by all who met her. She will be remembered by many by her favorite saying that she often shared, “I hope your day is as special as you are.”
She is survived by her daughter, Diane R. Correia and her significant other, John Duffy of Carver; her granddaughter, Stephanie R. Correia of Wells, Maine; her sister-in-law, Mary Kelsey of Pennsylvania; her nephew, Andrew Kelsey; two nieces, Donna Beers and Kimberly Kelsey; and two great-nephews.
She was predeceased by her husband, Charles Anthony, her stillborn son, Charles Edward Vosseler; her former husband and longtime friend, Charles Vosseler; and her brother, Richard Kelsey.
Her family would like to give a special thank you to the staff of Community Nurse for the care and compassion provided to Judy during her illness.
A private family burial service will take place in Pine Island Cemetery. A celebration of her life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to American Cancer Society or National Celiac Foundation. Arrangements are by the Saunders-Dwyer Mattapoisett Home for Funerals, 50 County Rd., Route 6, Mattapoisett.
