Judith Ann Kempf, 65, of Hellertown died Thursday, December 31, 2009 at her residence. She is the wife of the late Richard M. Kempf (died August 22, 2003).

Born in Ogdensburg, NY on February 18, 1944 to the late Lewis and Pauline (Driver) Oldham. Judith worked as a Nursing Home Administrator in Scranton, Reading and the Lehigh Valley, most recently as the Administrator for Lehigh Center Genesis Elder Care, Lower Macungie. She previously was a medical social worker in Pen Argyl and Office Assistant for Dr. Wolfe, Hellertown.

She is a graduate from Wilson High School, West Lawn in 1962; English degree from Northampton Community College; Bachelors in Medical Social Work from Kutztown University and Nursing Home Administrator's Licensee from University of Scranton. Judith served several terms in the 70's on the Saucon Valley School District School Board. She traveled extensively, including multiple trips to Europe, particularly Italy.

Survivors: Sons: Kerry S. Kempf and his wife Patrice of Kunkletown, Paul A. Kempf of Allentown; Daughter: Diane R. Kempf of Hellertown; Brothers: Donald of Reading, Jerry of Lebanon; Grandchildren: Erik and Kelly Kempf, Aleyna Orth. Predeceased by a sister, Diane Krumreich.

Services: Family and friends are invited to call 9-10 a.m. Tuesday at the Heintzelman Funeral Home, Inc. 326 Main Street - Hellertown followed by the service at 10 a.m. The interment will conclude services at Pleasant View Cemetery, Sinking Spring.

Contributions: In lieu of flowers, memorials to the VNA Hospice of St. Luke's, 1510 Valley Center Parkway, Bethlehem, PA 18017.