Kreitzer (Narefs), Judith E., of Ashland, passed away on January 8, 2026. Beloved wife of the late Sidney Kreitzer, with whom she shared many happy years including world travels and winters in Highland Beach, FL. Devoted mother of Marjorie Braunstein of Hudson and Newton, and loving sister of Lucie Chansky and late brother-in-law Harvey Chansky of Newton. Judy cherished her many friends, cousins, nieces, and nephews, and especially long-time friends Esta Lee Levine, Ann Arvedon and Elaine Greenburg, as well as her helpful neighbors at The Lanterns in Ashland. A burial and service will be held on January 18th at 1:00 pm at The Chapel at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, immediately followed by a gathering at the Sheraton Needham Hotel, 100 Cabot St., Needham. Donations in her memory may be made to The Price Center, 27 Christina St., Newton Highlands, MA 02461 or to Newton Wellesley Hospital, 2014 Washington St., Newton, MA 02462.