Julia Marie "Judy" (Folan) Klein

Age 64 of North Attleboro, and formerly of Norwood, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, December 14, 2022.

Born in Norwood, Judy was the daughter of the late Martin P. and Mary F. (Thornton) Folan. She was a 1976 graduate of Norwood High School and went on to earn a Bachelor’s Degree and play Division 1 Hockey at Providence College.

Judy was deeply passionate about her career in social work with 40+ years of service. Most recently she served as the Chief Executive Officer of Bristol Elder Services, promoting independence and dignity for all elders and disabled people. Judy also worked for Senior Whole Health, South Shore Elder Services, and The Executive Office of Elder Affairs. The friends she made throughout her career mourn deeply along with her family.

Judy was immensely proud of her family and loved planning out the holidays. She was constantly immersed in her children’s lives attending various sporting events and extracurricular activities. Her favorite pastimes included reading, watching her beloved New England Patriots, cooking, writing, music, skiing, watching reality television, and spending time with her cats. She always took time to appreciate the people and simple comforts in life.

Judy was the beloved wife of Joseph C. Klein of North Attleboro, and the devoted mother of Christopher Klein of Quincy and Matthew Klein of East Providence RI. She was the cherished sister of David Folan and Stephen Folan both of Norwood. Julia was the loving aunt of Brittney Gabriel, Julia Folan, and Stephen Folan Jr.

Services from the Gillooly Funeral Home, 126 Walpole Street, Norwood on Thursday, December 22, 2022, at 10:00 AM. Funeral Mass in St. Catherine of Siena Church, 547 Washington Street, Norwood at 11:00 AM. Visiting Hours in the Funeral Home Wednesday, December 21, 2022, from 4:00-8:00 PM. Interment Highland Cemetery, Norwood. Immediatiely following the interment, all are invited to join the family at the Chateau Restaurant, 404 Providence Highway, Norwood.

Expressions of sympathy may be made in Judy’s memory to Bristol Elder Services, 1 Father Devalles Blvd, Fall River, MA 02723.