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Julia Wetmore Obituary

WETMORE--Julia (nee Sullivan), died June 6, 2009 at age 41 of breast cancer. Beloved wife of Douglas, loving mother of Patrick, Timothy and Bridget, cherished daughter of Patricia and Joseph P. Sullivan, Appellate Division Justice (Ret.), devoted sister of Ellen Van Meter, Joan Sullivan Higgins, Nora Sullivan Callender, and Deirdre Sullivan Belden. Also survived by 16 loving nephews and nieces and numerous aunts and uncles. An incalculable loss in the prime of life.

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Published by New York Times on Jun. 9, 2009.

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Stephen Long

June 2, 2025

Peace to Doug and the family. May memories last forever and dry the tears!

Danielle Fellini

March 8, 2024

Happy birthday in Heaven, Jul! The world lost a beautiful soul & Heaven gained another angel. Miss you, my friend. ♥♥

Danielle Fellini

March 8, 2013

Happy Birthday in Heaven, Jul! Miss you and love you.

Bonnie Franklin

May 11, 2010

I was a friend of Julia's at the Ursuline school and learned of her passing today. She was a wonderful person. I remember her smile, her sense of humor and her kindness. She was truly a beautiful person. I am so very sorry for your loss.

Tina King

May 11, 2010

I went to high school with Julia, and only learned this news today. I was stunned when I saw her name. Julia was honeslty the sweetest, kindest person in our class. She was very smart, calm, serene, strong and an absolute beauty - a picture of grace. She and I always had a good laugh too. I am deeply sorry for what must be a tremendous loss.

Tina King

Danielle Fellini

March 8, 2010

Happy birthday in Heaven, sweet Julia... I miss you so much.

Amy Hart Jones

August 28, 2009

I just found out about this from the UVA Alumni mag. So, so sorry. I remember Julia from our sorority days, including hanging out with her "big sister" Deb Mogan, and Julia was simply a sweetheart. My deepest condolences

James Kelly

July 4, 2009

The Sullivan & Wetmore Families,
Please accept my condolences on your loss.We will pray for both your families.

Your Cousin
James & Paula Kelly
New Jersey

Elizabeth Jacob-Kahn

June 28, 2009

I too was a friend of Julia's from The Ursuline School and we graduated together in 1986. I am at a lose for words but want to convey my condolences to Julia's entire family. I want you to know that Julia was a gentle young woman with a big heart and I will never forget her angelic smile. My prayers are with you in this time of loss but I know that Julia is smiling and embracing each of you in love....

Catherine Hopko Mandell

June 27, 2009

I was friends with Julia at The Ursuline School in New Rochelle. I am so saddened to hear of her passing. May her memory be eternal.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

ToniAnn Wisnewski

June 16, 2009

To the Sullivan and Wetmore Families,

I had the honor of attending OLA with Julia. We (the OLA class of 1982) just had a reunion on June 14, 2009. We wanted you to know that Julia was thought of and spoken of fondly throughout the day. We attended a Mass prior to the reunion and a special prayer was said for her. We also presented a beautiful bouquet of flowers that sat on the alter in honor of Julia from the class of 1982. She was a remarkable person and will be sadly missed by all whose lives she touched.
You are in all our thoughts and prayers.
The OLA Class of 1982.

Jose Ramos

June 12, 2009

Dear Doug:

I just learned about Julia's passing from Ellen. On behalf of the Ramos family, we would like to express our deepest sympathy and condolences at this most difficult time. Our prayers and thoughts are with you, Bridget, Patrick, Timothy, and the Wetmore and Sullivan families.

Susan and Tom Hardwicke/Grant

June 11, 2009

Dear Doug and family:

Tom and I just last night learned of the news of Julia's passing. We know from your father and your grin during our conversation at The Dominion Club how wonderful Julia is.

Please know that you and your entire family have been in our prayers and thoughts.

Carol McNerney

June 11, 2009

Doug,

You are all in our prayers.

Love
Carol, Dermot and Finnegan Kearns

George & Marketa Collins

June 11, 2009

Dear Doug and the Wetmore and Sullivan families,

We were greatly saddened to learn of Julia's passing but inspired by her courageous fight and grace.

Please accept our condolences at this most difficult time of your lives. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Sincerely,

George and Marketa Collins

Jill Athas

June 11, 2009

To the Wetmore and Sullivan families,
I cannot possibly imagine the depth of your grief. Please accept my condolences and know my thoughts and prayers will remain with you all during this most sad and difficult time.
Jill Athas

Keri Gavan Rodriguez

June 10, 2009

To all of Julie's family,

I am a family friend who grew up with the "Sullivan sisters". We spent lots of time in The Bronx and in The Hamptons together with our parents. I have very special memories of Julia and her sisters who loved her so much! I know that her parents, cousins, Aunts & Uncles along with Doug and the kids will miss her more than I can imagine. She was a shining star and now she is a beautiful Angel. I cannot imagine the pain that you feel. I am sure that my Mom Carol will watch over her in heaven for sure because she loved her so much! I love you Nora and am here for you at this very difficult time. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Love,

Kathi Higgins

June 10, 2009

Dear Wetmore and Sullivan Families,
Our thoughts and prayers have been, and will remain, with all of you during this most painful time in your lives. The only consolation is that Julia is free from pain and illness and is now in the loving arms of Christ.

Please know we are with you in our hearts.
God Bless,
Hugh & Kathi Higgins & family

Rosemary O'Neill

June 10, 2009

Dear Doug, Patrick, Timothy, Bridget and Sullivan Family Members:

Julia, her beautiful smie and easy going ways will always be with me.

She was a wonderful young lady who accomplished so much in a short well lived life.

You are all in my prayers.

Love,
Rosemary O'Neill

Mary Minstrell

June 10, 2009

I am a friend of the Sullivans in Bronxville. My heartfelt sympathy goes out
to you all. You are in my prayers.
Mary Minstrell

Ruth & Eric Acra

June 10, 2009

Dear Wetmores,
Our thoughts go out to you all during this very difficult time. Please find strength in the prayers being said for all of your family! Let us know if there is anything we can do to help!
Fondly,
The Acras

Judy Dunbar

June 10, 2009

Doug,
I was deeply grieved to hear of Julia's passing. She had fought so hard these last three years. Please accept my heart-felt condolences to you and your family.
My prayers and thoughts are with you at this most difficult time.
I'll always remember her beautiful smile.

John Sullivan

June 10, 2009

To my cousins,

I have great memories of the summers we spent together and how close our families were. I will have those to help me with the sadness I feel. I offer you my deepest sympathies during this unimaginable grief. We can all be inspired by Julia's willingness to put the concern of others first during her valiant fight.

John, Kim, and the girls

Amy Westcott-Corcoran

June 10, 2009

I was sad to learn of Julia's passing. My thoughts are with Doug and the boys.

Michael Healy

June 10, 2009

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow

From The Healy's in Ireland,
First Cousins of Joe Sullivan

Anne Meacham

June 9, 2009

Doug, Timothy, Bridget, and Patrick,
I have only heard of Julia from Miriam Lindesy and i am SOOOOOOOOOO SORRY for all of you. May she bring joy into your life forever and i will pray for all of you everyday of my entire life! Love and prayers gooes out to all of you. Love, Anne Meacham

Chris & Chris Neikirk

June 9, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Wetmore/Sullivan family. We'll remember Julia with her perpetual smile and kind disposition. We wish we could be in Richmond tomorrow but will be crying our tears here in Norfolk. Please accept this as our long distance hug.

All our love, The Neikirks

Christopher Scott Carter

June 9, 2009

To all of the friends and family of the Wetmore family: On behalf of all of the staff at CECO STUDIO we would like you all to know that our thoughts,prayers, and sympathy are with you during this difficult time. Julia was a remarkable woman and always inspired us with her smile,strength,beauty, and commitment to her family even during the challenging past 3 years . For over 10 years we were blessed being part of Julia's life and she will be deeply missed.

June 9, 2009

Our prayers and thoughts are with you and the family.
Sincere condolences.
Brian and Patricia O'Connor, San Diego, CA

Allison Lawrence Jones

June 9, 2009

Doug
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Robert & Allison Jones
Parkside Barbershop

Liz Carl Ferguson

June 9, 2009

I had the pleasure of being Julia's friend in grammar school. At graduation, we voted her "Best Student", "Most Likely to Succeed", "Most Ambitious", and "Most Likely to Become a Millionaire"! It was a sweep! With everything I've heard about Julia's more recent life as wife, mother, daughter, sister, and friend, it is comforting during this painful loss to know that she lived each day exceeding even our lofty expectations of her as she redefined success along the journey!! A life of love beautifully lived. Well done, Julia... as always!

June 9, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time of loss.

Harris Beach PLLC, Albany, NY

Bradley, Sonia & Aubrey Webb

June 9, 2009

Dear Doug and kids,

Our deepest condolences, as well as our prayers, go out to you. Please let us know if we can be of assistance in any way.

Fifer and Dave Woods

June 9, 2009

Dear Doug,
May the peace and grace of our Lord cover you now and in the days to come...you and the children will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers.

June 9, 2009

Dear Doug and kids,
Our family is so saddened by the loss of Julia. Our thought and prayers are with you all.

Ron, Sarah, Ryan, and Lauren Weber

kevin sullivan

June 8, 2009

Cousins,
I anguish over our loss. I remember the good times because we should. We had a good thing together while we were kids and that's what I will cherish. Doug our thoughts and prayers are with you. Be a great Dad!!
Kevin, Jacqueline, Sam, Michelle

Cindy Hicks

June 8, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Aimee Mestler

June 8, 2009

Dearest family of Julia,
I am so saddened to hear of your loss. I know your hearts are broken. I was in CBS core group with Julia this past year and although I did not know her well, I have prayed for all of you. I know it brings you comfort and hope to know that she is with Jesus and is resting comfortably in His arms. I just wanted to express my condolences to your entire family. I am praying for all of you in these hard days. Keep putting one foot in front of the other.
Love in Christ,
Aimee Mestler

Susan Friedlander Earman

June 8, 2009

Dear Doug and Sullivan Family
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Please take care.

Susan Nevers

June 8, 2009

Our love and prayers are with you Doug, Patrick, Timmy and Bridget. May you find comfort and strength from all the joy and happiness Julia brought into your lives. The Nevers Family

Michele Paulsen

June 8, 2009

Nora & Family,

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I am very sorry for your loss.

Liana Everaert

June 8, 2009

My deepest thoughts and prayers to the Wetmore family. I lit a candle for you at St. Patrick's Cathedral on Sunday in hope to bring you all comfort during this time. God Bless.

Liana Everaert

June 8, 2009

My deepest thoughts and prayers for the Wetmore family. I lit a candle for you in St. Patrick's Cathedral on Sunday, may it shine bright and bring you comfort during this difficult time.

Eileen Walter

June 8, 2009

Doug,

I worked with you for many years on Finance Council at St. Michael's. It was always clear how much you loved your family. While I only met Julia once or twice, I feel very sorry for your tragic loss. Our family will keep yours in our prayers.

June 8, 2009

Doug,
I'm praying for you and your family. I pray that God will comfort you in your deepest sorrow.
~Karen Swanner Schanck

chris & kathy Shepperson

June 8, 2009

Julia is dancing with Jesus in heaven with no pain or saddness. Our prayers will continue to be for the family.
Doug please let us know if there is anything we can do for
you. We will all be together again in heaven for eternity
and Julias saving us the best cloud

Alan Bailey

June 8, 2009

My deepest sympathy to your family during this time of great loss. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.

Lee Peebles Bereavement Counselor

June 8, 2009

On behalf of all the staff at Bon Secours Hospice and Palliative Care we wish to extend to the friends and family our deepest sympathy and ongoing support. We hope and pray you will find peace with time. Please feel free to contact me anytime if I can be of help.

Lisa LaRock

June 8, 2009

Deepest thoughts and many prayers to all of you during this time. God bless.

June 8, 2009

Julia was one of the sweetest, most caring individuals I have ever known. The entire Wetmore and Sullivan families are in our thoughts and prayers. Doug, we'll be there for anything you and the kids may need.

Tom & Stacy Foster

Adriana DiFilippo

June 8, 2009

Please know that my deepest thoughts and feelings are with you at this time of such great loss. May the love of your family and friends hold you up and give you strength.

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