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Julia WEINSTEIN Obituary

JULIA SARAH WEINSTEIN September 5, 1964- December 12, 2021 I am writing about the end of my sister's life. Not to illicit sympathy or draw attention to our family- but for you to remember the fun, smart, funny person Julia Sarah Weinstein was. Bean's (her nickname) road and battle was long, difficult and often lonely. But years ago she had an interesting, successful life. She was passionate about her varied work. She was a voracious reader, dog lover, traveller, knitter, and collector, among many other things. To all of you who knew her long ago, a different life ago, I'm hoping you could please remember her from better days. My loving wish is that Bean meets her dog Jane at the 'Rainbow Bridge', and then, she finds our beloved Grandma Betty to talk about books, movies, plays, music and shortbread cookies. To her friends, just know that she kept all your letters, postcards, photos, ticket stubs and playbills. Old connections were always remembered and held dear. Thank you from Philip and Diana, Johanna and Nicholas, Matthew and Addie, Thea, Ben and Gus. Instead of flowers, would you please consider donating to Sick Kids Hospital in Toronto.

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Published by The Globe and Mail from Dec. 18 to Dec. 24, 2021.

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Joan Cagan Haskins

March 31, 2022

I am deeply sorry to read of Julia's passing. My family, (Victor, Julia, and I) send our heartfelt condolences.

Jenny Pitman

March 20, 2022

I was saddened to learn of Julia's death in The Read. I remember Julia at Branksome as very smart, kind and funny, and I have very fond memories of her. My sympathies to you all.
Jenny Pitman

Cyndie Clayton

February 3, 2022

I´m very sorry to hear of Julia´s passing. We worked together in film many years ago and somehow lost touch. We laughed and had such fun regardless of what we were doing back in the day. I´m very sorry we lost touch especially now. I have nothing but fond memories and will remember her for them and hold them close. My thoughts go out to the whole family especially to her mom and dad. God bless.
Cyndie

Greg Usher

February 3, 2022

Joanna, I just heard of this. My sincerest condolences. You have written a beautiful tribute and I remember all Julia´s visits to the animal hospital with all the pets which she loved dearly. I´m convinced they are all together in the park. She will be missed and may her memory will live on as a blessing to us all.

Sasha Darling

January 2, 2022

Johanna, You have written a beautiful tribute to your sister. It really captures her spirit, humour and generosity. Julia was much fun, and was always very kind and engaging. I remember well the openness of Julia and your family, the warmth of your parents and am thinking of happier days. You and your family have my deepest sympathies. May her memory be a blessing. Sasha Darling

Kevin Smith and Susan Quaggin

December 29, 2021

Very sad news. Sue and I knew Julia during high school and later during our time at the U of T. She was a great student - opinionated and funny. She was part of a circle of friends that spanned that window of time between the end of university and first job. I was fortunate to spend time with her and her family at their house on Gibson Avenue and their farm near Rosemont. She had a close relationship with her parents and siblings. She was one of the first people I remember using her parents' first names when talking with them !

I am hoping that bond continued in the years since we last saw her. Our condolences to the Weinstein family. Rest in peace Julia.

Kevin Smith and Susan Quaggin, Chicago

Heather Cartwright

December 28, 2021

I am so sorry to hear of Julia´s passing. Julia was part of the "big sister" group of my sister Meredith, Maggie Hermant, Suzanne Long and other members of the Branksome class of 1983 that I looked up to. Julia was always the smart, wry, witty one with a great sense of urban style and a love of books. Hard to believe both Maggie & Julia are gone too soon. Sending my love to the Weinstein family. May the memories of happier times bring some comfort.

Martha Bannock

December 22, 2021

I was so very saddened to read of Julia´s passing.
Julia was a great friend of mine at Branksome, University and for a few more years after that. She was a bridesmaid in my wedding in December of 1988. I have many wonderful memories of Julia that included fun wkds at her family´s farm, my family cottage and our months of travel in the Uk, Morocco and the Canary Islands. We shared a love of travel, dogs, music, books and antiques.
Julia was incredibly bright, compassionate and thoughtful. Her quick wit was undeniable.
I am so sorry we fell out of touch many years ago. I truly hope she is now at peace.
My thoughts are with her family.
Martha Fell Bannock

Beth Burgess

December 20, 2021

Joanna, Matthew and all of the Weinstein family,
Andy and I send our deepest condolences. We had so much fun with Julia during Branksome days! Julia´s huge smile and twinkling eyes always lit up the room. She was somewhat mischievous but her intellect and broad knowledge was unique. Julia visited me in London after university... we could always pick up where we left off. She delivered lovely books to me after the birth of each of my three children... showing her great thoughtfulness. I last ran into Julia 5-6 years ago and we had a long catch up. I´m so sorry that she struggled but I do know she touched many people´s lives so positively.
Sending love and hugs,
Beth and Andy Burgess

Judy McLeish

December 20, 2021

I am so sorry to learn about Julia's passing. I have so many fond memories of Julia. She was so intelligent and was always a wealth of information, as she was so well read and thoughtful. My fondest memory was heading up with Julia to the family farm with both of Julia's parents. Julia was so comfortable with her parents and always invited her friends to spend time with them. We sat around the dining room table for hours sharing stories and feeling like 'true' adults hanging with her lovely parents. I am so sorry that we fell out of touch, and wish that our paths had crossed again. My thoughts go out to her family and friends. She will be missed.

Judy

T MacDougall Alexander

December 20, 2021

Julia was one of those great lights of fun, humour and intelligence when I knew her. Though in different grades in High School, we became friends in the play, "The Importance of Being Ernest". Our characters were rivals but a great friendship came of it. Those moments we shared became some of my greatest, funniest and most cherished memories in High School, even if we occasionally entirely botched an act or two. I´m so sorry the world has lost such a bright and shining soul.

Sarah Teskey McLean

December 20, 2021

Julia was a dear friend in high school and university. We used to love going to harbourfront and walking (stores were open there in the days before Sunday shopping). One day we happened upon a huge blue and yellow tent and asked "what´s this?" We had not yet heard of cirque de soleil, which was a new thing at the time :). We bought tickets and walked in and sat in the front row - and therefore were involved in audience participation!!!! It was just one of many fun times we had exploring the city. Most recently I reconnected with Julia at the dog park, chatting while Gus and my dog played. It was good to see her and hear about the family and tell her about mine. Her sense of humour always sparkled. I´m so sorry to all the Weinsteins for your loss.

Lisa mccann

December 19, 2021

Julia was a kind and generous soul. Her thoughtfulness and genuine interest in people made her a wonderful neighbour and friend. Thankfully my last memory of her was with wonder and humour. My family and I will truly miss Julia but she will be forever in our hearts!

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