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1940
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2024
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Julia Hanes Obituary
Julia graduated from Brunswick High School in 1958 and it was at a joint Brunswick/Boonsboro High School dance where she met her husband, Gerald Lee "Champ" Hanes, Sr. who she married on Christmas Eve in Petersville, MD. Julia is reunited with Champ, who proceeded her in death in 2002.
Known for her grace, wit and fashion, Julia had a fierce love for family (brothers, sisters, nieces and nephews, alike) and a devotion to friends like no other. Additionally, Julia knew nothing other than a strong work ethic and was a dedicated federal employee from the age of 18 - the FBI to Goddard Space Flight Center (NASA) to Fort Detrick - where she retired as a Senior Budget Analyst for USAMMA.
Julia enjoyed impeccable home decorating (for every season), meticulous gardening and world travel, as well, she later could be found on any golf course or pickleball court in Frederick.
Julia is survived by one of six wonderful siblings, Dorothy (Dot) Hoff (husband, Sonny) and her loving children: son, Gerald Lee "Jerry" Hanes, Jr. (wife, Karen), and daughter, Cheryl Hanes; as well as her five grandchildren: Derek Hanes (wife, Laura), Jenae (Hanes) Vazquez (husband, Tony), Kyle Hanes, Caroline Fauquier (husband, Patrick) and Victoria Ferguson (husband, Brady); and her five great-grandchildren: Jenna, Anna, Troy, Ronan and Beau.
To honor her memory, a visitation open to friends and family to celebrate Julia's life will be held on Saturday, April 20, 2024, from 11:00AM to 12:00PM at Resthaven Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc. The interment will follow immediately and will be private, allowing her (extended) family a moment of quiet reflection. It was Julia's request, years ago, that all those attending "avoid wearing black, if you can".
In lieu of flowers, please consider donations in Julia's honor to: Spring Arbor of Frederick - Activities for Residents & Staff. May she rest in eternal peace. Julia "Judy" Marie Hanes
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Brenda & Beth Ahalt
April 18, 2024
Cheryl & family
We are so sorry for your loss & will be keeping you in our prayers through these difficult days. May many memories bring you & your family comfort.
Blessings Bless
April 17, 2024
I worked with her for a year i felt like I knew her for awhile. She was a very nice queen. I’ll miss you so much my angel. Rest in paradise my beautiful angel Juju
Betty Bennett
April 17, 2024
I worked with Julia for some 22 years at USAMMA, Fort Detrick. She was a wonderful lady who took pride in doing a top notch job. She introduced me to her Red Hats group and we enjoyed many fun filled dinners and events. My condolences to her family I know she will be greatly missed.
ANNE s ZUMBACH
April 17, 2024
So sorry to read this. Mother always spoke so well of her and enjoyed talking to her when the travelled together. Apparently mother knew her from Brunswick and her sister, Helen Harshman, lived near us. I remember meeting Judy when I was with mother. She was so pretty and very nice. I hope you find comfort in your memories.
Anne Schley Zumbach
Stacie Jones, daughter to Paul and Raenell Beatty
April 15, 2024
This one hits the hardest for my Family at the Cottages. What a delight Julia was each day when I visited. Her and I shared many of comments, looks and smiles together. Julia knew where everyone was at all times and if she didn't she would look for you. My condolences to Cheryl and the rest of the Family. It seriously was a delight to get to know her.
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