Please accept my sincere expression of sympathy.  I worked with Julie off and on over the past 32 years.  She always had a warm smile and spirit, she will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

Trudy West

My heartfelt sorrow and condolances go to Julie's family.  I went to Lourdes with Julie and have seen her occasionally working in various areas of Mayo since I started here in 1977. She always had a sparkly personality and usually had a humorous word or two for me. We even joked about retirement, but I guess the Lord had other plans.  I feel comforted in knowing she was a christian and is now celebrating in heaven. What a wonderful person she was. We will all miss her greatly. I am so sorry to miss the visitation due to my work schedule.

Julie will be truely be missed by many. She was a special friend and a great co-worker.

My deepest sympathies to Ashley and the rest of the family.  Julie was near and dear to many of us at Mayo.  She made us laugh, kept us in line, and appreciated  her co-workers.  Her smiles, sense of humor ,and concern for others will be missed.  She was a friend to many. Most importantly, she loved life and family.   She was most proud of Ashley and her accomplishments and spoke of her daily at work. Never did we expect her time of earth to be short.  Ashley, May you realize that others are available for you.

Love for Family and Friends is the greatest gift we receive. When those we love no longer bless our lives with their physical presence, the lasting memories of their essence, spirit and love for others are etched within our hearts forever. We love you JULS!

So sorry to hear of Julie passing away. I knew Julie as a classmate at Lourdes High School. Really nice person.

To all Julie's family and especially Ashley,

Jules was so kind and nice to all people she came across. Whenever she came out to the Saints to work you knew she would be smiling and have some update about Ashley, the joy of her life. I will keep you all in my prayers.

Sara

Ashley, I was deeply saddened to hear about your mom's death. I can't begin to imagine how difficult this must be for you and your family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.I have worked with Julie for 30 years and she was dear friend and I will miss her very much.

I went all thru grade school and high school with Julie. Julie always brought her big smile and love for people. Trips to the clinic or hospital and Julie could always be found helping someone. I will miss you my friend and am so thankful we had a nice visit and lunch ...God bless.

Ashley, Nancy and Kit; Julie helped train me in when I came back to the clinic on Baldwin 5, she saved me many times and taught me well. She was fun to work with and in our younger years she was fun at the softball games.  My heart goes out to all of you and we are saying lots of prayer for all of you. If any of you need anything please let Steve and I know. Julie will forever be your guardian angel and just remember that when you think of her and that she is always with you.

Diane (Drexler) and Steve Schellhammer

Oh Julie!!  Our hearts are heavy.  So glad we could do breakfast just two weeks ago.  Was so much fun chatting and laughing with you. Did you get that darn parking ticket paid??  Goodness sakes!!  When we hugged goodbye that day I never dreamt it would be our last hug!!  Will always cherish your zest for life.  Your kind heart. We are hoping your family  knows you and all of them are in our thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time and beyond.  Having known you makes all of us better. RIP Julie.  Pete and Linda Murphy

I knew Julie in high school at Lourdes and she always had such a kind and open heart.  Each time I have seen her since then, at reunions, running into eachother somewhere in town, she would always light up like it had made her day to see me. Even when she was facing challenges in her own life, she always wanted to know about mine.  I'm sure she made everyone feel that way, I think that's just a gift she had, to make people feel special.  My deepest sympathies to you in your time of loss.

Having worked with Julie for the past 10 years on Thursday mornings in the bowels of Methodist Hospital, I am deeply touched by the sudden loss.  Being a small clinic, it is more like family than a workplace, and we often share stories of our lives.  I know that Julie's had its ups and downs, but it seemed like she was really enjoying life lately, which is certainly a mixed blessing under the circumstances.  I know that Ashley was the love of her life, and that lost connection far surpasses the loss we will feel in OH.  Just know that Julie was a valued member of our team and will be remembered fondly.  I am glad to read other posts that testify that Julie is indeed loved by many and that Ashley will have ample surrogate parents to try to fill the gap; it is all we can do. 

Julie you will be greatly missed, we worked as US for years, had many laughs! My deepest sympathy to the Eaton family.

To Ashley and Nancy---I am so very sorry.  I still can't believe Julie's gone.  We lived together back in the day.  Alot of good times and laughter. In the past few weeks we had been playing "e-mail tag" trying to get a time to get together for drinks and dinner.  It never happened. My heart breaks for you. 

Dear Ashley, I am so sorry to hear about your Mom. I have visited with your Mom many days in the past years. She always spoke of you and your sports and you growing up so fast. She was a wonderful person and I will miss her very much! I am so saddened and very sorry.

Leah

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and will always be with you Ashley, please don't hestitate to call or email or text whenever you need something. Love you and keep your head up high and know that you have very special angels up there looking after you, even Adriana know's that your mom is a special angel now living up by the moon and the stars!

I sure am going to miss Jules, the phone calls, listening to Christmas music ...trying to guess who was singing the song. She was always right...well most of the time or I would let her think she was right.   Making rosettes..then calling her a few weeks later telling her we needed to make more because mine were all eaten. She laughed so hard, we laughed together, it had been a tradition for many years. Julie called me over a week ago...desperate to keep that hibiscus alive. When I saw that 4 foot tree with no leaves..I laughed and said Julie....what did you do to it?   We laughed some more...I trimmed it hoping it would come back. It doesn't look so good in fact....I don't think it will make it.  I could always count on her opinion, if I wanted to hear it or not. That laugh, that smile and one heck of a dancer especially when Michael Jackson songs came on. Bowling teammate for years.... She lived life to the fullest, she was always there when I needed her.. To laugh with, cry with, give a hug to. What a heart of gold she had. I'm sad she isn't here....I know she is watching from up above, I know she would not want us sad....She would want us to party! and celebrate her life. And Miss Ashley....we will be doing her job here on earth, helping you get through this, being there for you, supporting you.  You haven't seen the last of us. We love you!

Ashley we are so sorry to hear of your loss.  We got to know you and your Mother when Peggy had you in day care.  I wa so happy to have been able to skype with your Mother at Peggy's at Christmas time.  They just had finished making rosettes.  They show me the big box and then peggy sat and ate one or 2 in front of me.  I haven't made any for many years, or for that matter eaten any for years.  Again we have been sure having you in our prayers when we heard about it.  Take care.  I am sure Peggy will be there when you need her.  Adele

Ashley, you don't know me, but I first met your mom when I came to Mayo 16 years ago.  I didn’t work with her directly, but visited with her on several occasions.  She was always so approachable and friendly.     Co-workers as well as patients will miss her dearly! 

I just saw her at the Eagle’s Cancer Telethon on Saturday evening shortly after the opening ceremonies and there she was waving and smiling in my direction.  I was saddened when I got home this evening and read that she had passed away, and I realize that I am thankful  that I was I was able to see her that Saturday now!!!

Talk often about your mom and reflect back on all the great memories as well as the important life lessons she taught you.  Lean on people when you have to and never turn away a helping hand!   The legacy your mom leaves is that she was a kind, gentle and caring spirit!  You can be proud!

Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers-

My mom (Dee Murphy) used to bowl with Julie and I remember hearing about the fun times they had.  Julie definitely had a zest for life.  May peace come to the family as they start to come to terms with this tragedy.  Praying for comfort to all that knew and loved her.

Kristine Ihrke (daughter of Dee Murphy and step-daughter or Clancy Schleusner) 

Ashley,

We are all heartbroken for you at the death of your mom.  It's not fair, not right, seems impossible but yet it's real.  Prayers are coming your way for comfort and peace at this really difficult time. While there's not a lot we can do to ease your pain, I know the Rockets softball girls love you and will support you no matter what. We softball moms/dads will be there for you too. We will so miss your mom's smile and cheering at those games but know she'll be there with us =(

Please know we will continue to pray for you and you're ALWAYS welcome at our house Ashley

The Grimm Family

Our deepest sympathy to Ashley, Nancy and family. I've known Julie for many years; bowled together, softball, Eagles Club and work and she'll be deeply missed.   She was a wonderful person

God Bless

Rick & Char Lutzi2

My thoughts and prayers go out to the family....I had worked with Julie for 20 plus years, and the early years, we were side by side....I will miss her always cheerful voice on the phone and will always cherish her as one of my "Favs" here at work....... Rest in Peace my Dear.......

Very sad news.  My thoughts and prayers are with you.  RIP Julie

Out deepest sympathy to Julie's family at this difficult time.  Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Bob and Pat Murphy

To Ashley and Julie's family, I am so sorry for your loss. As I'm sure you are devastated by this unfortunate accident, I am also heartbroken to have lost such a lovely friend.

Julie and I are the same age and played softball together for a few years after high school. We had wonderful times then and throughout the years. I had lost touch with her for a little while, but re-connected last summer at a music festival. We hugged as if no time had passed, and had a wonderful conversation promising to keep in touch. It felt great that we arrived in our mid-fifties, pretty much the same good people as we started out. With a few more “bumps and bruises” from lessons learned in our lives, but beautiful, smart, strong and loving women. I will miss her and her ever-ready smile so much. I guess this points out once again the importance of taking the opportunity to stop and spend time with friends and family.

Got bless you all at this difficult time.

Lynne

Sending our sincere sympathy during this most difficult time.  Julie's smile, her wit, her exuberance for life, and her love of Ashley will be greatly missed by many, including me.  All of Julie's family will be in my thoughts and prayers.   

Thinking of you during this difficult time.

Ashley, Nancy, Kit, Jenny, and Troy,

Someone special you all loved so much has left you again, and my heart is broken for all of you.  I have faith that God will grant all of you the courage you need as you face this terrible loss.  You will all find courage you didn't know you had.  I know you will all be there for each other and get through this one day at a time.  And your extended family is here for you as well.

Love, Pat and Elle

Ashley,

Words cannot express how sorry we all feel about your loss.  Your mother was a caregiver who took care of her family through so many difficult circumstances.  Your parents loved you so much and I know that neither of them would want you to have to go through this difficult time.  We naturally question what God has intended for us and during our most difficult times, we must place our trust in Him.  I pray for your comfort and understanding in the coming days.  If we can help in any way, please do not hesitate to contact us here at the Mayo Civic Center.  God's Peace   

Ashley, Words cannot express how we feel about your loss. We have so many fond memories of Julie we loved her so dearly. Your mother is so proud of you and all of your accomplishments, you are her sunshine!!  Ashley you are in our thoughts & prayers and we look forward to being with you soon.   Hey Juls enjoy your journey we are and will be best friends forever!