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Sep 25, 1941 - May 27, 2018
I worked with Julia at Head Start when I was fresh out of college. I absolutely loved her. She had the best sense of humor and her smile was absolutely infectious!! I am sure that she will be sorely missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. May you find peace and comfort and know that she touched many lives!
Brenda Hancock
July 02, 2018 | Monroe City, IN | Coworker
I met Julia a few years back on 23 and Me and we discussed our family trees. We also kept in touch on Facebook. Rest In Peace Dear Cousin...
BetteJo Andolino Becker
June 20, 2018 | Mason City, IA | Family
Julia is the coolest lady I've ever known. I am so very sorry for your loss because there will never be another lady like her. She was very inspirational for me and my daughter who met her only once but was deeply impressed with Julia's life attitude. Julia will be missed by many more than you know.
Dalanne Miller
June 01, 2018 | Marshall, IL | Friend
We are so sorry about Julies passing. She has been struggling for quite a while and having a lot of problems. She will be missed by all of you. She was quite a character. She will not be forgotten.
Debra and Keith Sinclair
June 01, 2018 | Casey, IL | Friend
I'm very sad to learn of Julia's leaving this life. She was funny, caring and just an overall wonderful person. Please know that I am thinking of and praying for all of you as you grieve her passing.
Marilyn Talbott
June 01, 2018 | Martinsville, IL | Friend
Jamie you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. We enjoyed her friendship over the years, she was a very special person. Love you Bernie, Karlette and Brent
June 01, 2018 | Friend
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Marilyn and Lawrence Rueter
June 01, 2018 | Centralia, IL | Friend
It's a sad day for family members Scott our hearts go out to you and your family will be in our prayers.your mom raised a wonderful son and I bet she was so proud of you .blessing to you and your family with heartfelt sympathy love Shan Debbie And Hootie
Shannon Maus
June 01, 2018 | Kansas, IL | Family
My deepest sympathy. I am very sorry I did not have the opportunity to meet your mom. All of my cousins were looking forward to our visit. According to Christs promise, we will someday meet again, until then, may she Rest In Peace. God bless, Patricia Sue White, daughter of Josephine DiMare Newsome, and granddaughter of Josephine Massa DiMare.
Patricia Sue White
May 31, 2018 | League City, TX | Family
Julia Opal Alier, age 76, of Martinsville, IL formerly of Casey, IL passed away peacefully at 2:25 p.m. on Sunday, May 27, 2018 at Kindred Hospital, St. Louis, MO with her loving daughter by her side. She was born September 25, 1941 in Galveston, TX, the daughter of Robert Martin Dafeldecker and Grace Margaret White Dafeldecker. On August 5, 1961 she married James Ray Alier in San Antonio, TX. He passed away on February 5, 1998 after thirty-six years of marriage.
Survivors include daughter, Jaime Alier Spittler (Lee) of Hoffman, IL; son, Scott Alier (Jill) of Neoga, IL; daughter in law, Sherri Alier of Martinsville, IL; grandchildren, Steven W. Alier II, James Alier, Adam Lovell, Skyler Shelton, R.J. Alier, Kalyn Beil, Mabron Spittler and Isabella Spittler, many great grandchildren, her church family and many dear friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband and son, Steve Alier.
Julia was a faithful member of the St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church and Alter Society. She was retired after 35 years of employment with Headstart, she had been employed since 1980 at ERBA in Greenup, IL. She touched many children’s lives through her work at ERBA. Julie enjoyed working with people, traveling and fishing. She will be best remembered by her spunky personality, quick wit and her generosity.
Memorial services will be conducted at 1 p.m. on Saturday, June 2, 2018 at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 300 E. Jefferson St., Casey, IL with Father Augustine Koomson officiating. Visitation will be held from12 (noon) to 1 p.m. prior to the service at the church. Burial will be held at a later date in the Washington Street Cemetery, Casey, IL.
Memorial donations may be made to St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 414 S. 6th St., Marshall, IL 62441.
To view the full obituary, send a condolence message, light a candle or post photos, visit www.markwellfuneralhome.com. Markwell Funeral Home of Casey, IL is in charge of arrangements.
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