Judith “Judy” Panaro

Judith “Judy” Panaro, 62, of Hickory, passed away Friday, November 14, 2025. She was born November 12, 1963, in Queens, New York. Judy was an avid New York Giants football fan and loved baking, she was known for making delicious cakes that everyone enjoyed.

Judy is survived by her son, Thomas Panaro and wife Drew, and their son, Brendan; her son, Michael Panaro and fiancée Annmarie; her brother, Steve Golden; and her sister, Jackie Conners.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Charlotte and Donald Golden.

Please sign the online guestbook on the Memorial Wall at www.jenkinsfuneralhome.net.

The Panaro family has entrusted arrangements to Jenkins Funeral Home and Cremation Service in Newton, 828-464-1555.