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Julie Conroy Obituary
January 21,1958 -January 20, 2021
Julie Marie Conroy, age 62, passed away January 20, 2021, in San Diego, California, from end-stage liver disease after a long struggle with addiction. Julie was born January 21, 1958, in San Francisco and was the first child of Kevin and Virginia (Wade). She is survived by her sons, Matthew O'Leary (Amanda) and Benjamin O'Leary (Colleen); her brother and sisters, Brian, Amy, Lucy (Brian McBride), Mary, and Ellen Lopez (Aaron); her three nephews; and her five grandchildren.
Raised in the Crocker-Amazon neighborhood of San Francisco, Julie attended School of the Epiphany (1972), Presentation High School (1976), and University of San Francisco (1982), where she received a degree in nursing, following in the profession of her mother. Throughout her life, Julie held a variety of jobs in the medical field and later became a tour guide director. Julie continued to be a practicing Catholic within her local parish.
Julie had many passions in life, including traveling, reading, photography, and movies. She was a gourmet cook, and her friends and family have many fond memories of evenings around her dinner table, sharing homemade pasta or a holiday feast. Famous for multitasking, Julie could be found knitting during Giants games, taking a camera to every event, and always carrying a tote bag full of newspapers (and diet soda!). An avid volunteer for organizations that were important to her, such as the San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus, she spent her birthday every year volunteering at the Sundance Film Festival in her birthday tiara. San Francisco's Camp Mather held a special place in her heart, from childhood trips with all the Conroys to family vacations of her own as an adult. She also loved all things Italian, and she dreamed of learning Italian and living in Italy one day.
Because of COVID-19 restrictions, a memorial service for Julie will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Julie's name can be made to the San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus, or Friends of Camp Mather.
If you or a loved one is struggling with addiction, contact the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism at 301-443-3860 www.niaaa.nih.gov
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Kerry Enright
October 7, 2025
I´m at SFO and just saw a lady that coulda been my old pal Julie. So I googled. So sad to hear that she passed in 2021. We were neighbors and divorcees together in the Richmond District decades ago. I saw her last at an Opera in the Park. Rest well Julie. We had some great laughs.
Jim O'Neill
November 20, 2023
Rest in peace Julie. I will carry forward sweet memories of you and the brief crossing of our paths in high school.
Siobhan
February 8, 2023
Julie, I have been searching for you my childhood friend and just learned about your passing. I am shocked and saddened.
Julie I am sending you my Heart and prayers. To your Family I extend my deepest condolences and prayers. Family your parents babysat me and my Uncle on Southern Hill. All my love to you. I didn't know. Rest in Peace.
Jehane
January 23, 2022
Hi Julie, I am thinking of you often, remembering all the angst of our teen years, the laughter, dancing, the many many beautiful memories, and even though we didn't stay in contact every day, when we did get together it was always a treasured time. Cheers to you in the after life, seeing everyone you left before you. Miss you my friend!!! XOXOXOXO
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Karen Beelaerts
March 30, 2021
How sad news. We had a fantastic time together 20 years ago, when I stayed at your place for 6 months. Julie was very welcoming en warm. I was really hoping to introduce my new family to her one day. Leaving in Europe, I have just got the bad news. I am sad. I wish Ben and Matt, her brothers ans sisters, her friends, a lot of courage.
Cheryl
February 25, 2021
I am so sorry to hear of Julie's passing. I met her as a teenager when we both taught swimming at the local pool. Even though our paths didn't cross again, I've thought of her over the years. She had a smile that could light up a room and make you feel as though you had been friends forever. My condolences to her family
Gary R
February 9, 2021
I only knew Julie for a few months where I met her here in San Diego. We enjoyed each other's company, and she always expressed to me her love for her family. She had a phenomenal personality -- I enjoyed hearing her describe her life experience and stories. I am sad to hear of her passing and will miss he. My prayers to her family... Much love, Gary
Greg Jacquart
February 4, 2021
Condolences to her family especially Matt and Ben. She definitely lived while she was on this earth. May she find peace and may her family be comforted.
Ed & Nancy Klim
February 3, 2021
So very sorry hear of Julia's passing. Her smile & vivacious nature always brought laughter to any room she entered.
Our thoughts are with you all.
February 2, 2021
wishing u peace and love
on your journey home,
Miss Julie Marie.
condolences to the family
Sue Byrne
January 31, 2021
I have fond memories of Julie from Pres. Although I was a couple of years behind her, we were classmates in Ms. DeByl's art class. Julie was kind and friendly. My condolences to her family and loved ones.
Jeannie Cook
January 30, 2021
So sorry for for your loss.
Richard Plummer
January 30, 2021
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. I worked with Julie at Abbott. We had so many good times and shared so.r really good laughs at sales meetings. RIP my friend. You are now at peace with this awful disease. May uour family remember all of the good times shared together. Gone from this world always in their hearts!
Martha Curtis
January 29, 2021
I have wonderful fond memories with Julie @ Camp Mather!! She was very generous
in so many ways! Her wonderful spirit &
sense of humor will be missed! Please tell
me , when the Memorial will be.
Martha Curtis
[email protected]
Text: 415-516-8234 Thank-you!
eartha newsong
January 29, 2021
I met Julie years back and admired her then for her warmth and spontaneity. She helped me with my computer issues when I was a neophyte to all things technology. I had lost contact with her since. May she Rest In Peace surrounded by Love. Eartha Newsong
Meredith Bartoletti
January 28, 2021
I am so sorry to hear of Julie’s passing. I met her through mutual friends of the Gay Men’s chorus. She made me laugh!
RIP. Meredith
Anne
January 28, 2021
I remember this bundle of energy with the brightest smile ever when we worked on the same team at ADC, our sincerest condolences to her sons and family at large. Fly high Julie and sleep the long sleep, be at rest now. Anne Rivas and family
Ray Grimsinger
January 28, 2021
Julie and I shared a common darkness in addiction. She reached out to me on occasions when I was in dark states of depression. We spoke a few times about our shared struggles. She was such a sweet and caring person and she will be missed dearly. Sending much love to the family.
Darlene Simpson
January 28, 2021
I will always remember and cherish our times together at Christ the King as ushers. Until we meet again my friend may the Lord hold you close.
Colleen Philpott-Payne
January 27, 2021
I lived in the same neighborhood as Julie and we went to Epiphany together. Julie spent many an evening or weekend in the Philpott household. Lots of memories. So sad for all her family and sending my thoughts and prayers. Julie will be missed.
Kenzi
January 27, 2021
A run in with a stranger had me driving Julie across Birmingham to retrieve her forgotten keys.
A completely random and chance meeting.
I remember how I laughed in that blip of a trip in a car with a stranger.
It was that deep soul laugh that I’d experienced much more often in childhood.
Anyway, somehow we ended up facebook friends.
We’ve gone back and forth sporadically with comments and messages through the years.
She was my daughter’s facebook fan from the beginning.
Six days ago, I was sad to see she passed away.
I’ve learned that she may not have been able to see for herself what a completely incredible human being she was. How sad that is.
She was a brilliant and beautiful spirit who represented The Golden Gate City well. She brought light to our Magic City.
I’ll think of Julie every time I think of San Francisco.
Godspeed sweet Julie.
Roxanne Carrillo
January 27, 2021
I met Julie at a church event and her energetic, courageous personality made me feel connected and at ease in the space over a weekend. I would later see glimpses of her dancing at music in the park or catch up with what she was doing on social media. She was a positive force on this earth and I will miss her.
Karen B
January 27, 2021
I met the charismatic Julie several years ago when she attended a monthly gathering of NextDoor people from our neighborhood. She was quite a character.
Denise Nielsen
January 27, 2021
Every time I saw Julie, she was always happy. Sorry for your loss she will be miss.
Gail
January 27, 2021
I have many fond memories of Julie and her boys from Camp Mather. I’m glad we got to talk in late October. She was as upbeat as ever. She will be missed. Prayers for her and the family.
Jehane Johnson
January 27, 2021
I’ve known Julie since I was about 15. I would visit my cousin Patty in the summer time, and meet up with Julie that way. We wrote letters to each other through out the year. Many wonderful memories and a few sad ones as well. We gathered with the girls for dinner, sometimes a weekend away. I will miss my dear friend! RIP Julie ❤
Peter Kunz
January 27, 2021
Ladies and gentlemen, Dear Family members.
My name is Peter, i am a flight attendant from Switzerland
I had the pleasure to meet Julie a couple of years ago on a layover in SFO on a Trip with a cable car.
We had just a small time frame to talk together, but we exchanged our cellphone numbers & stayed in contact all over the years.
Unfortunately Covid made it not possible any more to meet Julie again
I am shocked about what happened & I wanna say, that it was really really too early to leave this beautiful planet.
All my condolences and good wishes for her and all the family members.
Peter Kunz
Switzerland
Denise McKevitt Rasmussen
January 27, 2021
My Mother, Jean McKevitt, my sister, Diane, and I absolutely send our sincere condolences to the Conroy Family. Our Dads were very close friends and I remember many visits and meals to the Conroys in Southern Heights. Julie and I worked together when she was a tour guide and she was absolutely amazing. I love Julie and she will be missed. My Dad always said she was the most beautiful little girl and she sure was. Rest In Peace Julie Love.
Bob Frantz
January 27, 2021
Rest In Peace, my old friend.
Linda Brown
January 27, 2021
Sundance birthdays were celebrations indeed, shared memories over many years which make us smile. And Julie always had a smile, through ups and downs when she lived in Utah. Be at peace, Julie
Rebecca Stover
January 27, 2021
She was so wonderful and sweet and always had a hug and a smile for me she is now in heaven
Janet Abernathy
January 27, 2021
I met Julie when we were both nurses at San Ramon Regional Medical Center. She was a fun, and funny co-worker. She cared so much for her patients and was a strong and tireless advocate for them. Julie was truly a person who never met a stranger. My condolences to her family and I hope you are comforted by the many wonderful and positive memories she made with you.
Margaret Bickar
January 27, 2021
I worked with Julie at SRRMC. I remember her fondly as caring and an advocate for her patients. She was easy to work with and had a pleasant demeanor towards me.
Bernadette Dunn, Ryan & Sean Diner
January 27, 2021
I have fond memories of Julie. She will be missed. Sending the families all our love at this time.
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