I am so saddened to hear of Judy's passing. Judy was a dear friend and colleague to me. We first worked together at Colwill School, then reconnected in 1991 after Professor Dennis Moore recommended I visit Judy to see her running reciprocal teaching at Saint Therese School. This was the first time I experienced Reciprocal Teaching in action. Then, 10 years ago, I phoned Judy at Mangere Bridge School on a late Friday afternoon. We discussed finding a school for a BES case study, and how we might bring this pedagogy together nationally. We both still held an energetic passion for reciprocal teaching and its unrealised potential. We were convinced it could make a huge difference to entire schools and their communities. I'm indebted to Judy and her ongoing formative, insightful, practical and supportive role on our advisory committee. I have fond memories of our last lunch together at Cornwall Park, when she was tuned in, absolutely delightful and charming. Julia Westera friend and colleague over maybe 40 years or so

Sending my deepest sympathies and love to Sean,Michael, Anita and their families. What a significant gap Judy’s passing will leave in your lives. Kind, generous, funny, sassy, she really was one in a million. And very dedicated, to her family, friends and career in education. When I was diagnosed with breast cancer three years ago I received many cards and good wishes. But the messages that Jude sent me, honest, reassuring, and persistent throughout my treatment, meant the most. She was amazing. Sending all my love at this time. X

My sincere sympathies to Seán, Mike, Anita and her beloved grandchildren, on the death of your beloved mother and grandmother Judy. I first got to know Judy in the context of IPPN becoming a member of ICP. As President of NZPF she was enormously generous to us as a newly formed principals' association as she shared her immense experience and good counsel with us. Having established a warm friendship with all her Irish colleagues, it was wonderful when Judy and Gerry visited us here in Galway in 2014. as part of their visit to Gerry's family in Northern Ireland. On that occasion Judy brought the much -loved Hairy Maclary books as a gift to our first granddaughter Éabha. A kind and generous lady, and an inspired school leader, Judy leaves a great legacy to so many children and to her beloved school community at Mangere Bridge School. As a family your loss is great indeed, coming so soon after the death of your beloved father, Gerry. You are in our thoughts during these sad days. Go raibh leaba i measc na naomh ag a hanam dílis.

I have just read the latest email from the APPA, and I was so saddened to read that our great, lovely and wonderful friend and colleague, Judy Hanna , has passed away after her battle with cancer. That is so sad. I hadn't realized that she had become more unwell. The last time I spoke to her, she was quite positive about the medication which she was taking. Judy was one of the best and most supportive colleagues that I had the privilege of working with, particularly in the APPA and NZPF contexts, both of which were rich and motivating environments. In fact, both of these environments were actually very enriched by Judy's presence and contributions.. But Judy was much more than a colleague to many of us. She was a true friend who was always ready to discuss an issue or just to share some humour, in an education or any context. Quite simply, she was a delight and fun to converse with. I will miss the times we spent together, including both when we communicated through email, or in person.

Sending you all lots of love, what an awesome, positive, bubbly loyal & inspirational woman she’s been to us all!

So sad as Judy's passing. Judy was an inspirational educational leader in her school her principal cluster, the APPA and the NZPF. Such a warm, caring person whose school was a great place for children's learning as well as a place for fellow principals to observe great teaching in practice. Her staff, children and parents loved her ...as did her principal colleagues. As a person Judy so such a positive, warm-hearted person who had an amazing personality and a fabulous sense of humour. Despite her struggles with health she radiated positivity. Such a person/principal comes leaves her mark on everyone who knows her. Judy will be sadly missed by family, friends and teaching colleagues.

I know it's a very long time since we seen aunt Judy and uncle Gerald and haven't even met our cousins and relatives but on behalf of the Hanna family here in Limavady we offer our sincere condolences for your loss and will keep Gerald and Judy in our prayers and will get a mass said for them here

Sean, Michael and families, my condolences to you all. Judy would have been the greatest inspiration to you. Of course with Gerry alongside her. She certainly inspired many of us, the people who were privileged to call her "my friend." As a born teacher for her whole working life, it's hard to calculate the long lasting positive effect she has left on the hundreds of students and colleagues who knew her as a teacher and principal. Thank you from all of us, Judy. I will always treasure the friendship of this AMAZING lady for 5 decades. I had Mass said for you last night and will pray for you as I watch your farewell on the internet. Lord, receive her soul and present her to God the most high. Rest in peace, Judy.

Sincere sympathy to Sean, Mike & Anita, Cathy, Trish and AnneMarie. Judy has been a treasured friend for quite a few years and I'll really miss her and our regular catch-ups over coffee. A smart, intelligent, elegant and caring woman who was inspirational in the way she coped in recent years, and always with a smile. RIP dear Judy.