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Julie Laufer Obituary

Laufer, Julie R. Of Waukesha, died Tues., Jan. 6, 2009, at Waukesha Memorial Hospital at the age of 41, after successfully overcoming cancer. She was born on Feb. 16, 1967 in South Dakota, the daughter of Norman Bitz, Sr. and LaReta Wellman. Julie married Eric Cook on July 14, 2007, in Waukesha. After attending Carroll College, Julie went on to study natural health and obtained many certifications in the field. She owned her own natural health practice in the Waukesha area, and held numerous educational seminars on the topic of natural health throughout the country, in Mexico, and in Europe. Natural health was not just an occupation for Julie, it was her passion and mission in life. She used every spare minute to gain as much knowledge as possible about health to help her many clients and family. Julie always found time to make her boys a priority, and also enjoyed spending time running and horseback riding, which included competitive endurance racing. Julie will be sadly missed by husband, Eric Cook of Waukesha; sons Jared Laufer and Caleb Laufer of Waukesha; parents, Norman Bitz of New Berlin and LaReta Keppert of Waukesha; brothers Tom (Anne) Bitz of Sussex, and Daniel Bitz of Waukesha; mother-in-law, Alice Cook of Waukesha; sister-in-law Debra Bitz of South Dakota; many nieces, nephews, and other relatives. She is preceded in death by brother, Norman Bitz, Jr., and father-in-law, Arnold Cook. A celebration of Julie's life will be held on Sat., Jan. 17, 2009, from 2PM to 6PM at the E. B. Shurtz Building, 810 W. College Ave., Waukesha. Memorials may be made to the family for her sons. RANDLE-DABLE FUNERAL HOME (262) 547-4035 www.waukeshafunerals.com

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel from Jan. 8 to Jan. 10, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Julie Laufer

24 Entries

Nikki Wierzbicki

January 20, 2009

I was in complete shock when I received the email about the passing of Julie. She was a very inspirational woman who helped me on my personal journey for wellness. I am truely blessed to have met Julie. May her spirit continue to live on in all those whom she has touched. My deepest sympathy to Julie's family and friends.

Barbara Becker

January 19, 2009

Dear Nic, Caleb & Jared.
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. Please accept our sincere sympathy. Our prayers go out to the entire family. Love Barb & Jake

Jerral Richardson

January 17, 2009

Eric and family,
I was sadden to hear of your loss. I coached Julie in track for many years and witnessed her drive to perfection. I know of her loving spirit and passon for life as many have witnessed and lived by her guidence to heal. Julie will be missed by so many she has touched. My prayers and thoughts go out to you and your family. May God be with you always.

Lisa & Mike Heckenkamp

January 17, 2009

We were blessed to have met Julie when we were recommended to her to help Mike. We knew her just a short time but she had such a generous spirit and kindness that we will never forget. Our hearts are sad at your loss and will pray for your strength. God's blessings to you all

Michelle Bande-Siegfried

January 16, 2009

Thank you Julie for all that you have done for me and my family. You will be greatly missed, you were a true blessing in my life and the lives of so many others.

May God bless your Family,

Michelle Bande-Siegfried

Patty Roskopf

January 16, 2009

Julie was an amazing woman with a huge heart. I will truly miss her. God Bless her husband, sons, & her dear friend Lori.

Taylor Poulson

January 14, 2009

Caleb, Eric, & Jared,
Hey guys, im really sorry to hear about your mother, even though i havent seen u all in a long time, it seems like just yesturday we were out at your house in palmyra chopping wood, and messing around, She was a very nice person, and would help me if i needed it i know thats for sure. She tried so hard to take care of you guys, and raised you very well, If you need anything, give me a call sometime. i can drive out and stop by if you would like. Talk to you later.

Pattie Breines

January 14, 2009

Dear Eric,
I was sad to read about your wife Julie's passing in the paper.
she sounds like she's a lovely person. I won't use the word "was" because I know she is very much alive in your heart.I can understand your grief because I lost my husband
Tom 18 months ago. It sounds like Julie and Tom respected a healthy life style. Tom never smoked and rarely drank. He was very physically fit,walking 18 holes of golf in a day until he was diagnosed with cancer. I took an absence from work so we could take this journey to battle his cancer together. Our journey abruptedly ended 3 months later.I loved him very much and still do. My best advice I can offer you ,is to let your family and friends who love you so much help you get through this most difficut time. When you are ready and if you would like to talk, please give me a call.I understand probably better then most what your grief feels like.
My deepest sympathy
Pattie "Harter" Breines

CAROL FEYPEL

January 13, 2009

Dear Jared, Caleb, Nick. I am praying for our Lord to give you all his love and assistance in accepting his taking your mother to be with him in heaven. I will continue to remember you three boys in my prayers. My grandsons Christopher and Scott really appreciated their visits to your home and how welcome and enjoyable Julie made them feel. All my love Carol

The Berkas

January 12, 2009

Dear Eric, Jared, Caleb... Family and Friends of Julie,
Our hearts are grieved and sadden to hear of Julie’s loss...it is a great loss for so many. I will be eternally grateful for the love, encouragement and support Julie gave us when our daughter Megan was battling chronic pancreatitis for over two years. Through Divine arrangements and His mercy we were introduced to Julie!
She immediately took us under her wing and began to teach us everything she knew about the body and what it needed to get well. At times it was overwhelming, but every step of the way Julie walked us through, encouraging us, praying for us, teaching us through her own tenacity and strength never to give up but to trust that there was a better way to live and heal. Julie’s love her sons, family and for those she served at LCHC was undeniable and blessed so many. She has left a lasting legacy to all who knew her and were blessed by her gift of healing. I rejoice in knowing that she is now in the presence of the One whose healing is eternal!
May you know God’s grace and peace in the days to come and may you forever find comfort in treasured memories. Our thoughts and prayers are with you...Dave and Katherine Berka

Katie Chowaniec

January 12, 2009

In the time I knew Julie, I was amazed by her knowledge, her selfless work, and her boundless spirit. I moved away before her diagnosis, and can't believe she has passed. My heart goes out to her family and friends. She was a gift to all who knew her.

Phil & Dana Schultz

January 12, 2009

Our family is shocked and saddened by the death of Julie. Her knowledge and passion in natural health was an inspiration for all. We extend our sympathy to her sons, family, LCHC staff, and many friends. Julie will be deeply missed and never forgotten.

Kathy Kobussen

January 10, 2009

Dear family, My heart goes out to you. Julie's kindness, compassion and knowledge will touch my life and my daughters' lives forever. We will truly miss her.

Tracy J Howell

January 10, 2009

julie gave so much of herself--i feel so sad and yet lucky beyond expression. her wit, her energy, her focus, her strength, her achievements, and a gazillion childhood memories. i'm so sorry Eric. loving hugs to julie's family.

Angelina Fields

January 10, 2009

Dear family of Julie,
I never knew Julie but I saw that she was so very young when God took her. I hope that you all find peace and comfort through this difficult time.

Jacqueline Tousignant-Brantzeg

January 9, 2009

I believe that tears can heal, that memories can comfort, that love lives on forever...
My deepest sympathy to her family and friends.

Dusti and Deanne Howell

January 9, 2009

Our sympathies and prayers go out to the entire family. Julie was such a dynamo. Her energy and passion will be sorely missed.

Debbie, Liz and Rachel Seip

January 9, 2009

Eric, Caleb & Jared,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Julie. We are all deeply going to miss her. She has been a tremendous inspiration to myself and the twins. We are praying for strength and peace for all of you. Her life has changed lives and that is a blessing.

Christine Bishop

January 9, 2009

I'm so very sad about Julie's passing. She was such an amazing, kind, passionate woman. She touched my life and I'm sure she touched many more. I will miss her. My thoughts and prayers are with her husband, children, family, and friends.

Cliff De Fere and Angela Howard

January 8, 2009

The Golden Heart

God saw you getting tired
and a cure was not meant to be,
So he put his arms around you
and whispered "Come to Me".
With tearful eyes we watched you,
as we saw you pass away.
Although we loved you deeply,
we could not make you stay.
Your Golden Heart stopped beating,
hard working hands at rest.
God broke our hearts to prove to us,
HE ONLY TAKES THE BEST.

May God extend the peace that passes all understanding to each of Julie's boys, Eric, family and all reading this. You've been and always will be in our thoughts and prayers.

Penny Garbisch

January 8, 2009

I was very saddened to hear of Julie's passing. Her passion for healing everyone she could was an exceptional inspiration. Her presence was taken from us much too soon. My condolences to all her loved ones.

Debbie Schaefer

January 8, 2009

Eric, Caleb and Jared,
My heart breaks for you. A tremendous and amazing light was sadly extinguished.

Jo Tetzlaff

January 8, 2009

Dear Eric, Caleb, and Jared,
I am so sorry to hear of Julie’s passing. In the short time I worked with her, I found her to be a kind, caring, and passionate role model. She was indeed a wonderful person and will be missed. Please accept my condolences for your loss.

Lynette and Gordon Wanasek

January 8, 2009

You were a shining star, full of love and caring for all. As we look to the heavens may we be blessed by your light.

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