BORN

1965

DIED

2018

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Pottstown, Pennsylvania

Julie Christy Obituary

Julie A. (Shapbell) Christy, 52, passed away on Tuesday, July 10, 2018 at her home in Gilbertsville, PA. She was the wife of Lewis W. Christy with whom she shared 33 years of marriage. Born in Trenton, NJ on August 8, 1965, Julie was the daughter of the late Jan and Ann (Hurley) Shapbell. Julie felt it was important to share Christ’s love to all while volunteering to help others. She loved spending time at the beach and playing pranks on other people. Most of all, Julie adored spending time with her family and doing her devotions with God. She is survived by two daughters, Allison L. (Christy) Stapleton, wife of Todd, Pottstown, PA and Amanda M. Christy, Gilbertsville, PA; one granddaughter, Lillyan Stapleton; three siblings, John Shapbell (Jen), Michael Shapbell (Kristi Cehula), and Haley Almeida (Jose “Pedro”). She is also survived by her nieces, nephews, and friends. In addition to her parents, she is predeceased by her grandparents, Thelma and Frank Shapbell. Viewings will take place on Friday, July 13, 2018 from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. and on Saturday, July 14, 2018 from 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. at Hope Community Church, 2732 N. Charlotte St., Gilbertsville, PA 19525. A Life Celebration will take place at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday at the church. Interment will be private and held at the convenience of the family. Houck & Gofus Funeral Home, Inc., 955 N. Charlotte St., Pottstown, PA 19464 will be handling the arrangements. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Julie’s memory to the American Cancer Society at https://www.cancer.org Online condolences may be made to the family at www.houckgofusfuneralhome.com

Published by The Mercury from Jul. 11 to Jul. 12, 2018.
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We offer our condolences. We pray in your behalf, and we offer the hope of welcoming back our loved ones on a Paradise earth. Psm 37:29

July 13, 2018

Dorothy Stapleton

July 13, 2018

Lew, Praying that you will feel the comfort and peace of Jesus Christ during this difficult time. So sorry, may God wrap you and your family in his healing arms and love. Brian, Nancy and Family

Brian Henry

July 13, 2018

Lew & family your are in my prayers. I'm very sorry for your loss. I will always remember July's kindness and good spirit. She always ended an email message with a happy face. I will miss her. God be with you all. NOEMI Quinn

Noemi Quinn

July 12, 2018

TO Lew & Family,

We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Judy & Tom

July 12, 2018

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2732 N. Charlotte St., Gilbertsville, PA

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2732 N. Charlotte St., Gilbertsville, PA

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2732 N. Charlotte St., Gilbertsville, PA

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955 North Charlotte Street, Pottstown, PA 19464

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