JULIA HOLLEMAN

I met Julia only briefly, and found her thoughtful and kind. I was hoping to see one of her plays. Very sad to hear this. My heart goes out to her family and friends.

Words cannot express how saddened I was to hear about Julia's passing. She lit up a room anytime she entered it, and although she wasn't a huge Yankee fan (like Emily was) she always made sure to console me if they lost. Julia was always so very respectful to her elders; I should know because I am old. She always managed to laugh at my silly attempts of magic tricks in the 322 elevator as she was a young child. I worked at 322 for 26 years and I can honestly say that it was an honor to know...

May the following thought--from William Wordsworth's "Intimations of Immortality"--be of some comfort to all of you who knew Julia. When my mother died, she left this for me to read a month after her burial:
What though the radiance that was once so
bright
Be now for ever taken from my sight;
Though nothing can bring back the hour
Of splendor in the grass, of glory in the flower;
We will grieve not, rather find,
Strength in what remains behind.
...

My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Julia Holleman, and wishing you comfort in this difficult time.

When we first met Julia in Kindergarten with our daughter she already displayed some of the characteristics that marked her as a woman - a deep voice, thoughtful opinions, grace and a refined aesthetic sense. Through the years a gentle humility, unusual in one so talented and beautiful, distinguished her. She had natural charm that was irresistible. Julia was magical.

Such a beautiful child! What a privilege it was to study theater with her at Yale! My love for her will never be extinguished, and my tenderest thoughts and deepest condolences to her loving family at this moment of loss.

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure. May the wonderful treasures fill your hearts with love and bring you joy. Hosea 13:14.