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Julie Spears Obituary

ANN SPEARS Age 49, of Northridge, California, went unexpectedly into the loving arms of our Lord on January 22, 2009. Julie was born July 13, 1959 in Hollywood, California, to Warren and Jewel Steele. She was raised and educated in Simi Valley, California, and graduated from Royal High School. In 10th grade she met Kevin Spears through mutual friends an d they became friends throughout high school. They re-connected in 1980, fell in love, and were married in 1981; they resided in Simi Valley, Moorpark and Northridge, California, where they lived, laughed, loved and played. Julie fulfilled her childhood dream of becoming a State Park Ranger in 1981, which she enjoyed until the birth of her daughter. She never returned to the Parks; motherhood and family became what was important. She resumed working part-time at a dental office 10 years ago, but contin ued to put family first. She was blessed to see her daughter grow into a beautiful woman whom she watched play soccer, run track, go off to college and play lacrosse, graduate from college, become a teacher and recently engaged to a wonderful man, Adam Walker. With the same joy, she saw her son grow into a fine, young man who she watched play basketball, run track and cross country, and begin college where he continues to run cross country and track. She was so proud of both of her children and loved them w ith all her heart. Julie is survived by husband, Kevin; daughter, Kayla; son, Mackenzie; parents, Warren and Jewel Steele; sisters, Sandra Steele and Sharon (Ron) Sabrowsky; father-in-law, Ken Spears; brother-in-law, Chris (Becky) Spears; nieces and nephew, Jessica, Ashley, Rachel, Samantha, Amanda, Courtney, Ryan and Megan; and many aunts, uncles and cousins. She will be missed by all of her friends whom she shared her life and love with, which are too many to be named here. On January 29, 2009, 11:00 a.m., funeral services will be held at St. Paul's First Lutheran Church, 5244 Tujunga Ave., North Hollywood, CA 91601. Memorial will follow at Oakwood Memorial Park located at 22601 Lassen St., Chatsworth, CA 91311. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the American Lung Association or a charity of your choice. Julie, you always showed me how beautiful life can be. I know now you are in a beautiful place because you are there. You will always be in my heart and with me forever. I will lov e you always and forever, Kevin. Assisting the family with funeral arrangements is the family owned and operated ROSE FAMILY FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION Our family helping yours Simi Valley (805) 581-3800 Visit www.dailynews.com to express condolences and sign this guest book

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Published by Los Angeles Daily News on Jan. 28, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Julie Spears

29 Entries

July 13, 2009

Happy Birthday Julie
We miss you!
Love,
Ken & Elaine

April 14, 2009

Mommy,
i cant stop thinking about you and wanting you here. missing you more each day!

~your babe

kayla

March 13, 2009

Mom, I miss you every day. I wish you were here so I could give you one more hug and make you smile.

Patrice McGowan Lincoln

February 19, 2009

Dear Spears and Steele families,
I was deeply shocked and saddened to hear about Julie's sudden passing. I have such fond memories of our friendship from junior high through high school, and it was wonderful to see you both at the reunion recently. Julie was always such a bright, vibrant person and so much fun to be with it's impossible to imagine that she's gone. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Terry Mitchell

February 12, 2009

Kevin,
This is Terry MItchell, from High School. I was speakign with Kelly Green and found out about your loss. I live in New Orleans now and did not know about Julie. I am terribly sorry for your families loss. You and Julie have remained a wonderful memory in my mind, as I moved away. I wish you God Speed and blessings. Again, my deepest sympathy.

Craig Paulsen

February 8, 2009

Kevin
I am sorry to hear the news.
Craig Paulsen

Jerry Fauci

February 7, 2009

Kevin,
Bill Nelson contacted me with the news of Julie's passing. I'm so happy to hear that you and Julie had a great life together. I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you.

Karen Bumann-Willer

February 6, 2009

Kevin and Family,
I was deeply saddened when I heard of Julie's passing. I never thought I could say that I know the pain your feeling but since Todd's sudden and unexpected passing this past September I do know that it is deep and numbing. I pray that you try to find some comfort in knowing that she is in God's care. It will take awhile, I'm still telling myself that God only takes the best and trying real hard to believe it. Just remember that Julie will live on in every single life that she has touched. For me, I will always remember her kind nature, great smile and her infectious laughter, she was a wonderful person and will be deeply missed. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Beth Balch-Martin

February 3, 2009

To the Spears and Steele families,
I can only imagine what these next few months will be like,(speaking from experience) but I do know that memories of how beautiful Julie was will fill your hearts with joy instead of sorrow. Sandi, it was especially wonderful to see you at Julie's service. We miss you tremendously here at the office and just know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all. My fondest memory of Julie was not only from Royal, but getting to know her at Dr. Beierle's office before she left for Ranger school. You all now have that special guardian angel that will watch over you with that bright smile that was truly Julie's.

May God Bless you at this time,

RENEE GULLANS-SAKAGUCHI

February 2, 2009

TO THE STEELE AND SPEARS FAMILIES

I AM VERY SORRY TO HEAR OF JULIES PASSING. I TOO, HAVE WONDERFUL CHILDHOOD MEMORIES OF BEING IN BLUE BIRDS TOGETHER, MANY SLUMBER PARTIES AND A FRIENDSHIP CONTINUING ON THROUGH HIGH SCHOOL. MY HEARTFELT CONDOLENCES TO ALL OF YOU. SHE WAS A SPECIAL CHILDHOOD FRIEND AND I'M SURE, WIFE, MOTHER, DAUGHTER AND SISTER.

Melodie Brown Thomas

January 31, 2009

My deepest sympathies on your loss. Julie was smart and funny and dedicated, and a joy to be around. I am happy that we had some time together at the reunion a while back. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Dale and Barbara Miller

January 30, 2009

Kevin, our heart goes out to you and the entire family.
I worked and socialized with Warren and his family and watched Julie grow into a beautiful young lady along with Sandy and Sharon.
Our prayers are with you and yours.

Amy & Victor Noble

January 29, 2009

Dear Kevin and Family:
My husband and I are patients at the dental office where Julie worked. We were shocked and saddened to hear of Julie's sudden passing. She was truly an asset to the office. Please know that our thoughts are with you.

Tom Allen

January 29, 2009

Dear Kevin:
I would like to express my sincere condolences on the passing of Julie. I am completely heart broken for you and your family. You are in my thoughts, Tom

Craig Neumann

January 29, 2009

Dear Kevin, Kayla, Mack, Warren, Jewel, and Sandi (who I still love.)
I feel so sorry for all of you. I know I'm really not part of your family anymore but Julie's passing hurts me just as much as if I still was.
My prayers are with you all.

Craig

Brad Bowen

January 28, 2009

Kevin and family,

I am so sorry for your loss and pray that God provides His peace, strength and comfort during this difficult time. Julie was a wonderful person - smart, funny and caring - and she will be greatly missed by all privileged to have known her.

In His love,
Brad

Rick Terry

January 28, 2009

1/28/2009-Kevin, its one of you’re olden room-mates (Rick Terry). I just received a call from my brother of the news and I’m deeply saddened. As I embrace my thoughts and reach-back in time, I see Julie with that long beautiful (cheek to cheek) smile gazing and resonating at me, helping my emotions be lifted from the floor to the high blue skies.
Oh how God has chosen our sister to go home to heaven and share that special beaming smirk to all. My friend Kevin except my deepest sympathy and may our God Christ Jesus comfort you and your family during this difficult time.

Love & Miss you,

Rick Terry

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Larry Levin

January 28, 2009

I am just so sad to hear of Julie's sudden passing. I have known her for about eight years. I have been a patient at her dental office as well as worked for many years in the same building.

She was always a bright smile in the office and around our building.

My wife and I are truly saddened by her tragic and sudden loss.

May she rest in peace.

Larry and Robin Levin
Calabasas

Teresa Casella

January 28, 2009

Kevin;

Miki sent me the obituary. It's been a long time and we don't even really know each other anymore, but I want you to know how saddened we are to hear of Julie's passing. I know this is a difficult time for you and the children. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Teresa, Christopher and Timothy Casella

Barbara & Doyle Payne

January 28, 2009

Kevin, Our prayers are with you and the family. Memories can never be taken away. We share many 'fun times' from Simi Valley.

John and Stephanie Blair

January 28, 2009

Dear Kevin,
Please accept our condolences and know that our hearts are with you.

Suzanne Temple

January 28, 2009

I am so deeply saddened to have read about Julie's passing. I used to play Bunco with her many years ago. She was always smiling and so very friendly to whomever crossed her path. I send my condolences to the whole family, you are all in my thoughts.

Diana (Love) Wenners

January 28, 2009

Dear Spears and Steele families,
I was extremely saddened to hear about the loss of Julie. I hold many wonderful memories in my heart of our great friendship during our years at Sinaloa Jr. High and also of being classmates at Royal. My prayers go out to all of you during this terrible time. May the love and memories you hold in your hearts sustain you.
Love, Diana

Perhaps they are not the stars,
but rather openings in Heaven
where the love of our lost ones
shines down to let us know
they are with us.

Kathy Sarna

January 28, 2009

Kevin, Kayla and MacKenzie - we are so saddened by the news of Julie's passing and hope that your hearts are soon filled with wonderful memories of joyful times. She was such a joyful and fun person to be around. We will miss her very much but she will always be in our hearts. Love always, The Sarnas

Judy and Anson Wong

January 28, 2009

To The Spears Family,
We sorrow with you at the loss of your wife and mother, sister and friend. I remember Julie as being such a lovely and warm person during the many times we were spectatators at our daughters' soccer games. She was always so
much fun. We had many great times watching our children play soccer. It saddens me so much that this vibrant lady is gone. I pray that God will comfort your family during this most difficult time. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. God bless you!
Anson and Judy Wong
(Parents of Melanie)

Tracey Navrides

January 28, 2009

Dear Kevin,
I will never forget the warmth, support and empathic feelings I received from you and Julie upon the death of my beloved horse, Thor, when a group of us went to dinner at the Magic Castle. Julie was such a vibrant and beautiful woman. She will be missed!

Kathy (Love) Jarvis

January 28, 2009

Dear Spears and Steele families,
I was devasted to hear about you losing Julie at such a young age. I remember her from 'way back' in our school days in Simi Valley when she and my little sister were friends. My heart is with you at this very sad time. I know she will be missed.
warmly, Kathy

Mary/Mckee Morley

January 28, 2009

Warren and Jewel My Heart aches for you and your family May loving memories bring comfort to you,

Pat Carroll/Taylor

January 28, 2009

Dear Ones, Please accept my sincere sympathy on the loss of your daughter. I knew you many many years ago in West Hollywood. May God bless you and hold you in the palm of His hands. I'm so very sorry.

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