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Julie Cruse Obituary
Julie Ann (Naumann) Cruse, 61, of Mesa, AZ passed away on Sunday, May 8, 2011. Julie was born to Ronald Gene and Mary Ann (Rabbe) Naumann on December 5, 1949 in Mora, MN. She is the oldest of four children. She along with her siblings, grew up in Mora, and attended Mora High School, where she graduated in 1967. Julie then attended the Minnesota School of Business, and worked at Eberhart Realty in Minneapolis for several years. Julie met and married her husband Frank Walter Cruse in 1975. Moving from Minnesota to Arizona in 1977, Julie was a devoted Minnesotan, returning to visit her hometown and family lake cabin on Sugar Lake as much as possible. She worked as an office manager for Fantastic Sams Corporation of Arizona for many years. Julie was a member of King of Glory Lutheran Church in Tempe. Above all, Julie was a devoted mother and grandmother. Her life centered around her family. Julie was preceded in death by her mother Mary (Rabbe) Naumann in 2008. She is survived by her father Ronald Naumann, Mora, MN; loving husband Frank Cruse, Mesa; brother Mark Naumann (Janet), Moorhead, MN; brother Daniel Naumann (Jane), Columbia Heights, MN; and sister Barbara Schaaf (Kevin), Mora, MN. She is further survived by her children: Michael Cruse (Jonathan Jenkins), New York City; Sarah Taylor (Joseph), Gilbert; Laura Cruse, Mesa; Jessica Finkle (Robert), Mesa; and Alyssa Cruse, Mesa. She is also survived by six grandchildren: Jadrian Taylor, Kadence Finkle, Anthony Taylor, Graycee Cruse, Kaeson Finkle, and Juniper Cruse. A visitation for family and friends will be held at Green Acres Mortuary and Cemetery, 401 N. Hayden Rd., Scottsdale, on Friday, May 13, 2011 from 5:00-8:00 p.m. A funeral service will be held at King of Glory Lutheran Church, 2085 E. Southern Ave., Tempe at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 14, 2011, followed by a burial service at Green Acres Mortuary and Cemetery. Friends and family may send flowers or notes of support to Green Acres for the visitation service. www.greenacresmortuary.net
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Kim & Carol Rowley
May 29, 2011
Our sympathy to your family at your loss. Julie was part of our "summer family" as we spent many hours at the ball park with Mesa Girls Softball. We would visit in between innings while umping the girls games. Our prayers are with you.
Miriam Burke
May 29, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss, Julie was my sister in-law for a very short time and our family remembers her with such fondness...she was always very dear. May God bless you all at this time.
Miriam Burke
Sisters, Oregon
I am so sorry for your loss, God bless your family.
Steve Olson
Sisters, Oregon
Terry Ramirez
May 13, 2011
My family and I would like to send their deepest condolences. I really loved sitting with her watching our girls playing softball and grow up together. Those were the days! Her smile was always soft and gentle and her love for her family was strong. God bless and know that there is a special angel looking out for you.
Amber P.Thomas
May 13, 2011
My sincerest condolences to your entire family. I am always here when you need me. Julie was an angel on the earth and now an angel in the truest form.She will be missed greatly. I love you all dearly and I am so sorry for your loss.
Donna Mistler
May 13, 2011
My deepest sympathy to the Cruse Family for your loss. I was very saddened to see her empty chair as I entered the regional office today. I will think of her & her beautiful smile whenever I walk by that desk. Julie will truly be missed everyone she knew.
Lynn Hughes
May 12, 2011
My sincere condolences to the family for your loss. Julie was a bright spot in my life for many years. I will always love and miss her. May the love you all share and your memories of Julie be of comfort through this difficult time, and all the days to come.
Love and blessings,
Linda (Halverson) Clifford
May 11, 2011
My father & I were shocked and saddened to learn of Julie's passing. The Cruse family have been living in my parent's neighborhood for over 30 years and my mother (now deceased also) always LOVED Julie.
Our hearts & prayers go out to ALL friends and family of Julie's.
Liz Larson
May 11, 2011
Julie's warmth, kindness and concern for others will be missed. I don't think anyone ever greeted me with such an open heart. Sending prayers and comfort to her beautiful family.
Heather Nordstrom
May 11, 2011
There are some moments in life when there simply are no words... My thoughts and prayers continue to be with you! God Bless. XOXO
Ryan Richardson
May 11, 2011
She will be missed dearly. Her smile will always be present and her laughter will always be heard.
Amanda Watkins
May 11, 2011
I'm so sorry for the great loss of your family. After all the stories I've heard over the years working with Jessica it feels as if I know her family. I grieve with you over the exit of a fabulous woman.
"Laughter is the cure for grief, and love is stronger than death”-Robert Fulguhm
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