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1947
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2011
Julie Dickinson Obituary
Julie A. Dickinson, age 64, of 10211 52nd St. S., Wisconsin Rapids, died Friday, Sept. 2, 2011, at Riverview Hospital, Wisconsin Rapids, after a courageous 11-year struggle against cancer.
Funeral Services are 10:00 a.m. Saturday at Our Lady Queen of Heaven Catholic Church in Wisconsin Rapids. Rev. Sahayanathan Nathan will officiate. Burial in Restlawn Memorial Park. Friends may call 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday at Ritchay Funeral Home and 9 a.m. until the time of service Saturday at the church.
Julie was born July 16, 1947, in Wisconsin Rapids, to Kenneth H. and Marie (Krause) Smith. She was a speech therapist at Oconto Falls Public Schools and the Wisconsin Rapids Public Schools. She was later employed at the Ho-Chunk Casino in Nekoosa.
Julie loved all dogs, but the joy of her life were the English Cocker Spaniels that she trained and showed in competition. She was a member of the Wisconsin Rapids Kennel Club, the Irish Setter Club of America and the English Cocker Spaniel Club of Southeastern Wisconsin.
Julie is survived by sister, Mary (Reginald) Fanning and brother, Kenneth J. Smith, both of Wisconsin Rapids; nieces and nephews, Rebecca Fanning of Chicago, Sarah (Alexander Kadvan) Fanning of New York, David (Heidi Beach) Fanning of Chicago, Nathan (Alisha) Smith of Wisconsin Rapids, and Andrew Smith of Wisconsin Rapids; great nieces and nephews, Sydney Kadvan, Caleb Smith and Aaron Smith.
Julie was preceded in death by her parents.
Memorials may be designated to the American Cancer Society or Our Lady Queen of Heaven Parish.
"Heaven is where all the dogs you ever loved run up to greet you."
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Memories and Condolences
for Julie Dickinson
JAK
September 10, 2011
I talked with Julie outside my home across from Strawberry Lane Nursing Home while walking my dog one day. Julie was one of those special people that brightens a persons day with her smile. Thank you Julie for brightening my day....I enjoyed our conversation. My condolences to Julie's family
Debi Clark
September 10, 2011
My sympathy and prayers to the family. "Jules" and I became friends 20 years ago through Central WI Singles Group. As a newcomer to the community Jules was always there w/ her smile as big as the great outdoors. Depsite all odds of what life had to throw at her, Jules was a teacher in life and how you must keep fighting for what you believe in. You will be sadly missed my dear friend. Enjoy your home coming w/ those who have passed before you and above all. Enjoy being w/ your beloved dogs. Love ya' girl!
Debi Clark
George Conway
September 7, 2011
Although Julie was small in stature her smile would light up a room. A good friend who cared for everyone. Thanks for being part of my life.
September 6, 2011
To Julie's family,
I have known Julie for quite a few years from her time visiting her mother to becoming a resident at the Renaissance. She was an example of her illness, a fighter, never give up. She had courage that was shown on a daily basis with her acceptance of the illness and the fight to not let it over come her.
My deepest sympathy to her family
Cheri Stark
Renaissance Assisted Living
Patti & Ray Kolesar
September 6, 2011
What a marvel you were Julie. Always upbeat, always looking at the glass of life as half full. You were an inspiration - your energy, your passion for living and your unfailing kindness. God Speed dear friend. Your dogs are waiting for you at the bridge to take you home.
Sylvie Lambert-Piffara
September 6, 2011
In 1964/65 we were both seniors at Assumption. I was the French exchange student and I wanted desperately to be like everyone else. It takes very special friends to make such a dream come true and you became one of them Julie, in your gentle, quiet, caring way. I am forever thankful and I shall always think of you whenever I remember our happy high school days.
Carol Green
September 6, 2011
To Mary, Ken, and families, my deepest sympathies go out to you for the loss of Julie. She was a dear friend for many years and we always stayed in touch.
The thing that I so admired about her was her upbeat, positive attitude, even after she was diagnosed. We had a lot of fun together and shared a lot of laughs. I'd like to think that she is happy now and looking down on all of us with her beautiful smile.
September 6, 2011
Mary,
My prayers and sympathy go out to you. I always enjoyed talking to Julie and saw her a few weeks ago at the cheese factory. She was so enegetic and happy despite all of her serious problems. She made you want to do better in your own life.
Mary Anne Getzin
Noelle Tetzlaff
September 6, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with her family. She was my co-worker at the Casino and she was always so positive and happy. Rest in peace Julie.
Pat & Dianne Sullivan
September 6, 2011
Mary,Ken and family,
Our deepest sympathies in your loss. Julie was a very kind,caring friend we will aways keep in our hearts.
Pat & Dianne Sullivan
Kathy Casey Cochran
September 6, 2011
My sympathy to the family! Julie was a dear friend from high school days and I hope she enjoys heaven with her dogs.
Amy
September 6, 2011
Julie will be missed! She had such an optimistic outlook on life and one that I am sure kept her going for so long. Julie can be a caretaker for all of our English Cockers until we get there!
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