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Julia A. Konichek
Julia A. Konichek, 62, passed away peacefully in her home Monday, Nov. 9, 2020, after a long struggle with an autoimmune disease called PSC. Julie was known for her kindness and thoughtfulness for her relatives and friends. She had the unique ability for crafts, from needle point to making jewelry. She also enjoyed the conversation between friends and or family. All of the characteristics will be missed by all who knew her.
She leaves behind her husband, James; two sons, William and Andrew (Jessie); two sisters, Janet (Paul) Killilea and Robin (Roger) Fenske; and her many friends, but none closer than Sue Formanek. She was preceded in death by her parents, Melvin and Ruth Moore; and both sets of grandparents.
A private family service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18, at the Schumacher-Kish Funeral & Cremation Services of La Crosse. Pastor Karen Bankes will officiate. Burial will follow in the Mormon Coulee Memorial Park. Online guestbook is available at www.schumacher-kish.com.
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Doug Thesing
November 18, 2020
Jim, So sorry for your Loss! She will be sadly missed by our family. I have Known Julie most of my life scene kindergarten at Webster school. and all the fun times we had, great memories watching the boys grow-up. and later in life she was a second grandma to our granddaughter's. Please take care, Friends for ever! Doug & Sue
Lynn (silbaugh) Miller
November 18, 2020
I will always remember julie as a kind and caring person and friend. We went to school together (including Janet) julie and I were friends in school. We would always talk to each other when we ran into one another after I moved back to the area, it would always seem like only days since we had seen each other instead of months or years. She would always speak so kindly about her family. Prayers to all. Always in my heart.
Deanna Wachter
November 17, 2020
I am so grateful to have been friends with Julie for many years. My thoughts and prayers are with you Jim, Bill, and Andrew. I will miss her.
Betty West
November 17, 2020
Sorry For your loss
Lorna Druschke
November 17, 2020
I was so sorry to hear of Julie's death.I worked with her at Wal-Mart.
Timothy Wuebben
November 16, 2020
Jim, you and the family are in my prayers and have my sincere sympathies.
Paul and Judy Konichek
November 16, 2020
Jim and family, We are so sorry to hear of the loss of Julie. We pray your strong belief in the Lord will bring you comfort during this difficult time. We really enjoyed getting to know both of you during the last couple of decades. We will always remember Julie and her kindness. May God comfort you during this time. We continue to send prayers.
Donna MacKenzie Finstad
November 16, 2020
Jim, can't tell you how sorry I am to hear about Julie. I have so many good memories of us being neighbors! All of the things we did for each other and the times we spent together. An especially wonderful memory was Christmas when we had lost our beloved dog Rex. We had went up north, to Superior, for the holiday and on Christmas Eve, Julie and you called my Mother's to tell us you had Rex! What a wonderful Christmas that was for us. You kept him at your house until we got back. I remember all of the sewing Julie did for me...God knows I can't sew! Very kind, helpful and she had such a great laugh! She laughed with all of her heart. She will be missed by many. You, William and Andrew are in my thoughts and heart. Love, Donna
Diane Gebhart
November 15, 2020
Dear Jim and family,
I was saddened to hear of the passing of Julie. I remember pleasant conversations at school gatherings and at Wal-Mart and I have always enjoyed her Facebook postings. Thinking of you and hoping you find solace and comfort in your loving memories of a remarkable woman who soldiered on through health problems, etc. with grace.
James Besl
November 15, 2020
Jim: So sorry to hear about Julia's death. Our prayers and sympathy are with you at this time.
Jim & Shirley Besl
Lori McCullick
November 15, 2020
so sorry for your loss...hugs
Dori (Tonnis) Billows
November 15, 2020
I´m so sorry to hear of Julie´s passing. May you find peace in the memories you´ve shared, strength in her courage and love that surrounds you. Thinking of you and your family!
Gail Hayek
November 15, 2020
So sorry for your loss. I knew Julie from church youth fellowship. We reconnected on Facebook. My prayers are with all of the family.
November 15, 2020
Our deepest sympathy to you Jim, your boys, and also Robbin and Janet. Julie was a joy to be around. My mom really enjoyed your visits to her home. Now she's up there with her mom and my mom, sharing memories of the neighborhood we grew up in. God bless her soul.
Ray and Ellen (Simonson) Degner
Don Olson
November 15, 2020
My condolences to you JIm and your family. My thoufghts are with you.
Glenn Gossfeld
November 14, 2020
My deepest sympathies to you Jim, and the family as well. What a sad development.
Lori Bushek
November 14, 2020
Julia, you will be missed. I will miss your smile! Jim, our prayers and thoughts are with you and the family. Love, Dan & Lori Bushek
BRYN Fry
November 14, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Jane Kruger
November 14, 2020
Dear Jim, boys & family,
I am so very sorry to learn of Julie's passing. I would rather be sending a personal card to all of you, but I don't have your address.
Jim, you, Julie, & I, first met when you two were shopping for wedding rings. How long ago was that? I always enjoyed chatting with you both through the years, getting updates on your family etc.
That Julie had to suffer in any way has seemed so heartbreaking to me. The last time I saw her, I thought she seemed stronger. I really didn't know how bad this disease was.
It has been a long road for all of you. May you find comfort in knowing you were there for Julie through her illness. May you also find comfort knowing she no longer is suffering, but is at peace & enjoying her new life with all of those who passed before her. She is gone from this earth, but never forgotten.
Sending you a hug & my deepest condolences,
Jane
Pamela Bendel
November 13, 2020
Jim, I just found out about Julie passing away. I know I had several encounters with her over the years. From my hairdresser days to when I sold Avon (she was one of my best customers) to running into her at Wal-Mart. We had a lot of laughs and conversations about life's issues we had in common. She will be missed. May she rest in peace. Prayers to you and family,
Pam Bendel
Peggy Domenget
November 12, 2020
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Julie. She always had time to chat when she worked at walmart. She was very kind and caring person. I'm sure all the family will miss her dearly. Actually my husband Melvin worked with her Dad. My deepest sympathy to all of her family
Julie and Eloise with the doll Julie made for her birthday
Linda Mashak
November 12, 2020
Julie was caring, kind, and giving. I first met Julie in 2003 while working together, and then in 2007 she rented her Grandmother's house to me and my family. We lived there for 8 years until she decided it was time to sell the house. We also became good friends over the years, and she was always there for me and my family for graduation, birthdays, and baby showers. Julie loved to decorate for the holidays, crafting, and her cats. Most of all she loved her family and friends always putting their needs above her own. The last time we were able to see Julie in person was Feb 2020 because of the virus. We will never forget that last time because Eloise (my Granddaughter) was delivering her Girl Scout Cookies, and Julie had made her a homemade doll for Eloise's birthday. Julie will always hold a special place in our hearts.
Jim and Elsa, ShyAnne and Autumn Yohn
November 12, 2020
We are so sorry for your loss. May God our heavenly Father grant you peace and comfort. Julie will be missed.
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