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Laura Storey (née Monzon)
November 24, 2024
I have just found a few photos of Julian (Jules) of the days in London in 1999. In the last few days I have felt deeply connected to him. He was one of my best friends and one of the most amazing people I've met. I now know nobody who's known him so I talk about him with my kids. I used to love Julian and I had so much fun with him. After we both moved away, we made a promise of meeting somewhere one day. We may still do.
John Pezacki
August 7, 2024
Julian was a great friend and an incredibly positive spirit. I met him through an exchange between my high school (Northern Secondary) in Toronto and Lisgar Collegiate. I stayed at his house while visiting Ottawa and he stayed at mine in Toronto in what seems forever ago but still fresh in my mind. Our interactions led to a longer term friendship and Julian visited me many times in Toronto. I visited him up until his days at Concordia and then we lost contact. I am so sorry for his untimely passing. I will never forget Julian. I love him. To his family, loved ones and friends, I am sorry for your loss.
Sarah Kirton
July 2, 2009
I am deeply saddened by Julian's passing. It has been over 20 years since our Lisgar days, but I remember Julian's warm spirit and smile as he approached me to say hello. He always made me feel welcome and comfortable in my 2 years at Lisgar. Thanks Julian. I will always remember you fondly!
Jeremy Chan
March 22, 2009
Diana, Ms. Davenport, and family - I was so sorry to hear that you had lost Julian so suddenly. I can't imagine what you are feeling, but hope that you're able to keep love in your heart, and an in your thoughts, an appreciation for Julian's life.
I'm so very sorry for your loss.
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Christine Davenport
February 27, 2009
Many thanks to all who attended Julian's funeral, signed this guestbook or sent letters and cards. It is good to know that Julian was so well loved.
Julian's Momma
Stephen Goldberg
February 19, 2009
Christine, my deepest sympathies for your loss.
Vish Vishvanath
February 18, 2009
My heart goes out to Sarah, your sisters, your parents and all your family and friends, even as I rummage through old photos of you and old emails from you.
More evidence that it was always a pleasure to be around you, Jules. The service was comforting, the reception joyous and much solid drinking and exchanging of stories and tall tales in your honour. And Arsenal won 4-0 the previous night, you would have been proud.
Leanne Rennick Burgess
February 18, 2009
Dear Julian's friends & family,
My heart goes out to all of you. I still remember the first time I met Julian in Montreal in 1989. He brought so much laughter and light to my life. I will cherish every moment I spent with him. I know how much he loved Sarah, his family and friends. I can still see him riding his bike with a smile on his face....
With deep sorrow,
Leanne
Alexandra Lozano
February 18, 2009
To Julian's family and friends,
I am deeply saddenned by Julian's sudden passing. I didn't know him very well, but Rachel kept me up to speed on his life in the UK with Sarah. He certainly had a sense of adventure which I admire. The few times that I spent with him and Rachel back in the 90s, I remember with joy. I'll never forget Julian's smile, his charm and his energy.
With hearfelt sympathy,
Alexandra
Karen Price
February 17, 2009
Julian was a bright and cheerful person and even thou i had not known him very long it was a pleasure to have known him at all. He always had time and a kind word for everyone. God bless you Julian you will missed by everyone that had the pleasure to meet you..
Annie Pollock
February 17, 2009
I write on behalf of the Department of Geography, Planning and Environment at Concordia University in Montreal, Quebec, Canada to express our profound sadness at Julian's passing.
We remember Julian's as a bright spark, a vibrant personality, who lighted our Department, where he studied, worked and played. It is a grave loss indeed to lose that spark. We grieve with you.
Deepest Sympathies
John Pearson
February 16, 2009
To Julian's family and friends
Julian was a valued and respected colleague who joined us in the Summer of 2008.
His enthusiasm, hard working, pleasant, helpful, enthusiastic and friendly personality were quickly appreciated by his colleagues.
He was a pleasure to work with and we were looking forward to the major contributions he was planning to make to our data management system, following the training he was had only recently undertaken.
We all appreciated his contributions at work and socially and share your loss.
John Pearson
Head of Property
Angus Council
Scotland
Chris Sine
February 16, 2009
I am truly sorry to hear about Julian's passing. Julian and I were childhood friends until I moved out of Manor Park, and to BC, in 1980. I have many great memories from those times of playing road hockey and building igloos at the end of our driveways.
My thoughts are with Julian's family.
Jules the proud new godfather (with our son Russell) Nov. 2005
Margaret Rhiannon Purdie
February 16, 2009
Jules's death has left a bigger hole in more people's lives than he'd have thought possible. He had an extraordinary capacity for bringing out the warmth in other people. I've been trying to put my finger on what it was that made people feel so at ease with him. Part of it was that he was genuinely interested in them -- a cliché I know -- but a more important part was that he didn't judge them. Not because he was too naïve to see people's faults or weaknesses, but because he didn't condemn them, didn't care. They didn't lessen his affection one drop. I admired and loved him more than he'll ever know. My heart goes out to Sarah, Christine and John, Diana and Rachel.
Lyn Kennedy
February 16, 2009
I would like to offer my sincere condolences to Julian's family and friends. We only knew Julian for such a short time but he was so friendly and charming he has left a gap in our lives and is really missed.
Christine Tawtel (Hendricks)
February 15, 2009
To Julian's family and friends,
Like everyone else, I was shocked and saddened to hear of his sudden passing. I knew Julian for several years during our early 20's while we were both associated with the Geography department at Concordia University in Montreal. He was always one of the most honest, empathetic people I have ever known. He attempted, with some success, to musically educate me away from Top 40 and into English alternative bands. I have never listened to a Simple Minds song without thinking of him. My deepest condolences to all of you, the world is a little smaller without him.
Robert Oates
February 14, 2009
Dearest Rachel,
I am so sorry to hear of Julian's passing. Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Corinne Meadows nee Walker
February 13, 2009
I knew Julian when he was a teenager and back then what I remember was what a basically sweet and warm person he was, interested in connecting with people.
Heartfelt thoughts and prayers to his sister, Diana and all his family.
Andrew McLaine
February 13, 2009
It is with great sadness that I have just learned of the loss of my dear friend Julian. Growing up in Manor Park, Julian and I shared many childhood experiences together and as young adults we lived together for three years during which time we both evolved and devolved to the best of our abilities. Despite the distance I have always considered Julian to be one of my best friends and we have always done our best to maintain a friendship that shall always remain. I last saw Julian two years ago in London and true to form, he and Sarah treated us to a whirlwind tour of the city with his characteristic charm and seemingly endless energy!! I cannot think of a better way to keep him in my thoughts. My heartfelt condolences to Sarah, Ms. Davenport, Mr. Batts, Rachel and Diana.
Janice Simpson
February 13, 2009
Julian was a bright and cheerful person and it was a pleasure to have known him.
Linda Allan
February 13, 2009
I am deeply saddened by Julian's sudden death. We had only worked tog. a few months, but I felt I had found a new friend who made my days brighter. I will miss him very much. My heartfelt sympathies go to you his family and friends.
Nelson Arputham
February 13, 2009
We share your grief Sarah and are deeply saddend. GOD gave and GOD has received him back. We will uphold you and all those connected in our prayers. GOD Bless you and may Julian abide in GOD'S bosom.
With all our love to you and Julian's family. Uncle Nelson, Aunty Angeline, and Sharon.
Jeff Sorrill
February 13, 2009
I am proud to be one of Julian’s friends and I think he would have been proud to see the diverse and international flavour of his circle of friends. He told me once that he “wore his heart on his sleeve, and that I didn’t have a sleeve” and yet he still accepted me. That is why we love him. I will miss our infrequent, but long phone calls and an opportunity to practice my appalling French.
Let his spirit of friendship live on
Julian - A stag in Amsterdam (Oct, 2005)
Innes Ferguson
February 13, 2009
Julian was fun and funny; kind-hearted and generous. He was charming and above all vibrant. I think of Julian and I always see a smile. My deepest sympathies to Sarah and the Batts family.
Sheila Smail
February 13, 2009
Dear Sarah, Diane, Rachel, Christine & John
I was shocked and saddened to hear of Julian's untimely death. My heart goes out to you all in this most difficult time.
Amanda Goodman Lee
February 12, 2009
Julian always shared his passion for life with all he met. I have wonderful memories of him when he and Mike drove across Canada and came out to Vancouver for a while. My heart goes out to his family during this difficult time.
Michael Mallais
February 12, 2009
Julian was one of my closest and dearest friends despite the miles between us. We shared many adventures and great times.
Julian was a socialite, not to be the center of attention, but to have fun and to ensure that everyone around him had fun.
We shared a love of music, football and sunsets yet somehow Julian would find a way to take that enjoyment to the next level, beyond what you could see or hear, into something truly fantastic.
I have lost my lifelong friend yet he remains an inspiration.
Ms. Davenport, Mr. Batts, Sarah and family my heart goes out to you
Marie-Noelle Swiderski
February 12, 2009
The sun has set on our Dhaka, London, Paris, Bordeaux, Ottawa, Montreal, ...Scotland, Wales, India, Nepal... Julian and I, and so many of us, met in so many places, times and lives. What remained constant was the love: that he brought onto all he came in contact with, that he inspired and that we shared. I often missed him - for distance, for time zones, for life's mad momentum. But not like this. Never like this. I hate this and I am against it. Mon ami cheri, ou que tu sois, saches que nous sommes la, avec toi. Je te serre fort dans mes bras, meme de loin, tout tout pres. A bientot, en reve? Reviens-nous vite, tu nous manques trop. Et continue d'alimenter la bande sonore de notre vie, elle est morne sans ton incomparable sens du rythme. Jamie et moi nous sommes rencontres grace a toi et, cela parmi mille autres cadeaux precieux que tu nous as faits, est sans prix. Tu restes a jamais dans le tissu de nos vies. Je t'aime, Nanou
Lauren Mercer-Smail
February 12, 2009
It's been over a decade, but his black cat Isis, terrific taste in children's literature, and impeccable game inventing and playing abilities still resonate strongly in my childhood. Pretty much the best guy to have around for our journeys overseas, he was a wonderful father figure for Oli and me in those years.
james davlouros
February 12, 2009
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss.
Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Anne Fielder
February 11, 2009
Dear Batts Family,
I am saddened to hear of Julian's sudden and untimely death. His red-headed, freckle-faced impishness and humour give a splash of colour to many of my fond memories of growing up in Manor Park. I am glad to have re-connected with Julian in the past year through facebook. I pray God's Peace and Grace upon each of you during this difficult time.
Cathy Sauvat
February 11, 2009
Dear Batts Family, dear Sarah
I am deeply saddened about the news of Julian’s passing, I cannot believe it. We had planned a holiday in France this summer with Julian, Sarah, Neale and Rhyannon, it has not been long ago that we talked on the phone and Julian was looking forward to our trip to France, it was his idea to bring us all together. We met 8 years ago at Neale and Rhyannon’s wedding. His good spirits and his cheerful and likeable nature were contagious. I liked his brand of humor and enthusiam for life a lot. He was always a good friend to me, even in difficult times. I will miss him a lot. The news of his passing was a shock for all of us, I can imagine how devastated and sad you are. I share your grief and my thoughts are with you and Sarah.
My deepest and sincere condolences,
Cathy
Tim Sine
February 11, 2009
Dear Christine, John, Rachel and Diana,
I am so very sorry to hear of Julians passing. We were great friends while growing up in Manor Park, and I have fantastic memories of our youth! It is very unfortunate that we hadn't kept in touch, after I moved to B.C., but I was usually kept up on what Julian had been accomplishing. My sympathy is with you. Take care.
Jessica Burpee
February 11, 2009
Hello friends and family of Julian
I was a close friend of Julian's during his days at Concordia, and met his parents and sister Diana, and Sarah I met you too once, when you came to my place on Drolet in Montreal. I have so many good memories of hanging out with Julian at the Geography department, going on field trips, pub crawls, and working on the Geo Student Society together. People thought we were brother and sister b/c we both have red hair. Julian was always so hyper, he was such a source of energy in the department, he was the "social glue". We were always causing a ruckus and getting in trouble - it was great! I'm so shocked to hear that Julian is no longer with us, even though I haven't seen him in a few years. My heart goes out to you all who are dealing with this sad news.
Elizabeth Woods (Legault)
February 11, 2009
Dear Batts Family -
I am so deeply saddened to hear this news. Julian was such a fixture in my life throughout high school and beyond. He was truly an extraordinary soul and will be tremendously missed.
Elizabeth Woods (Legault)
Lissa Gray Shellito
February 11, 2009
Dear Sarah and the Batts Family,
Words can not express the sorrow we are all feeling right now in the senseless death of Julian - loving husband, son, brother and friend.
It has been a long and winding road, after all these years we have always remained the best of friends and had the late night calls (that's because he couldn't remember the time change, common Jules!!)
Julian had an amazing ora about him, always happy, joking around and he loved his music. I know that whenever we talked, Julian would always say how much he loved Sarah.
For all us that knew him - he certainly left a mark on our hearts, he will be soarly missed.
God Bless
LAL Jules!!
Kevin Reid
February 11, 2009
I am extremely saddened by the news of Julian's veru sudden death. I worked next to him on his latest temporay post and always found him such a joy to chat with. He had been reading books from the library I work in, which we had discussed just recently. My deepest sympathy goes out to all his family and close friends.
Taken on a damp picnic in a park in London, April 2006
Jackie Mallais
February 11, 2009
My heart goes out to Julian's family, what a terrible shock. Julian was full of life, always had a smile on his face and an encouraging word. He will be very fondly remembered. I've attached a photo of him taken in a park in London during a particular damp picnic in April 2006.
Mike Mallais' sister who once lived in Manor Park,
Jackie
Trudy Callaghan
February 10, 2009
Sarah,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time. I am deeply saddened and shocked to hear of your loss.
Even though we are many miles apart please don't hesitate to reach out for any support I can offer.
I can still see Julian doing a dance on top of the mountain we climbed in April 2007.
Deepest sympathies, Trudy
Linda Hanson
February 10, 2009
Christine, I am so saddened to hear of the sudden and devastating loss of your son. My thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
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