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Julia Rancourt Obituary
Julie was born on June 26, 1938 in Lisbon Falls, ME and was the youngest of six children, daughter of Carroll Small and Elizabeth (Abby) Anna Elcik Small. At the age of 15, she met the love of her life at Lisbon Drive-In who became her husband of 58 years. They were both working for her brother-in-law at the time. She graduated from Lisbon High School in 1957 and then taught weaving at a textile mill. Maurice relocated to Fort Lauderdale with Fred Astaire Dance Studio and asked Julie to marry him in a letter. They were married in Lisbon Falls, ME on June 23, 1962 and the textile mill had to be closed for the day because everyone was attending their wedding. During their early years of marriage, Julia and Maurice lived in Margate, FL, and had their first child, Neeta. Nearly five years later, they had their second child, Maurice, Jr. after moving to their home of the last 54 years in Lauderdale Lakes, FL.
Julie loved to cruise with her family and friends and Paris was one of her favorite places. She was a caring and compassionate individual with a wonderful sense of humor. She was a beloved wife and great mom who will be missed and loved forever. We love you! …and we know, you love us more.
Julia honored St. Jude. In her memory the family suggests donations to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital to help others.
The family will receive friends Sunday, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM at the funeral home. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday, August 31, 2020 at 10:00 AM. Entombment will follow at Our Lady Queen of Heaven Cemetery
Funeral arrangements by T. M. Ralph Plantation Funeral Home 7001 NW 4 Street Plantation, Florida 33317 www.tmralph.com 954-587-6888
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Memories and Condolences
for Julia Rancourt
Alicia Grigull
August 31, 2020
Neeta and family, I’m so sorry for your loss. May you find strength in each other and warm memories of time spent together.
Anthenisia Jackson
August 31, 2020
My condolences on the loss of your mother, Neeta. I will be praying for you and your family.
Jean Vilus
August 31, 2020
Our deepest condolences to Neeta Rancourt and family. We will keep you in our prayers.
Dominic Pierotti
August 31, 2020
My condolences go out the the entire Rancourt family-Dad (Maurice), Neeta and Morris (Maurice jr). This truly breaks my heart! My thoughts and prayers are with you always but even more so during this difficult time. Mom (Julia) was a very special person that excepted me for who I was and welcomed me into the family and always made me feel welcome and wanted. She has and always will hold a special place in my heart. RIP Mom you have earned your wings...
Marie Adams
August 31, 2020
My condolences Neeta on the loss of your mother. She and your family are in my prayers.
Joy Martindale
August 30, 2020
So very sorry to learn of the loss of your beloved wife and mother. Words can only provide so much comfort, but cherished memories are what will sustain you in the days to come. May Julia rest in peace in the arms of the mother to us all, Blessed Mary.
Tina Hudson
August 30, 2020
May you find comfort and peace in knowing her soul will live in eternal ecstasy. God bless the Rancourt family. All my love.
Timothy Leistner
August 30, 2020
My sincere sympathy. God bless you and your family at this time.
Constance Feeney
August 30, 2020
My deepest sympathy to you and your family, Neeta. May God wrap you in his loving arms and provide you with the needed strength for the days ahead.
Peter Castiglione
August 29, 2020
My thoughts and prayers go out to all the Rancourt family in these hard times
May God bless all of you.
Minh, Peter, Kenny & Joyce Nguyen
August 28, 2020
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.
Seeta Tilakhdin
August 28, 2020
My condolences to Neeta and family. Sending prayers.
Seeta Tilakhdin
August 28, 2020
My condolences to Neeta and family. Sending prayers.
Donna Johnson
August 28, 2020
Please accept my deepest condolences for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Cristina Ureña
August 28, 2020
So sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to the family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers
Erin and Kim
August 28, 2020
Our hearts are with you in the loss of a beloved wife and mom. We hope you are comforted by the sweet memories of her and the love she shared with each of you.
Paula Beveraggi
August 28, 2020
My condolences to the Rancourt family. I pray that you find peace in her passing. My heart goes out to you.
Terence Williams
August 28, 2020
We pray God's grace and comfort to the family, friends and loved ones!
george gonzalez
August 28, 2020
We are so sorry for your loss. On behalf of Kathleen, Juliana, Brianna and Lilly and I will keep all of you in our prayers.
Suzan Borris
August 28, 2020
Words are so inadequate during such a difficult time......I will continue to keep your family in my thoughts and prayers. I pray that memories of Julie brings you peace and comfort
Tom Delcourt
August 28, 2020
We are deeply saddened to hear of the loss of your Wife and Mom.
Aunt Julie always lit up the room with her smile!
I still remember how beautiful she looked in her wedding dress that day in June 1962.
I know Mom (Vivian) and Dad (Ray) enjoyed visiting her and Uncle Maurice in Lauderdale Lakes and how they always enjoyed having them over to the house when they visited Maine.
Please accept our deepest condolences for your loss. She will live on in our hearts and thoughts.
With Love
Vivian, Tom and Anne
Susan DeLuca
August 28, 2020
My deepest sympathy to the Rancourt family. Rest in Peace
Susan
August 28, 2020
Julia was a gift to so many. She loved her family - she loved the friends of her family. She shared her love with everyone. I am thankful for the time we had together - and yes, I will miss out our "book talks" and her wonderful sense of humor. My love and sympathy to Mr. R, her son, Maurice and daughter, Neeta. You have each made her proud - as she told me many times! May her memory be a continual blessing.
Brian Bush
August 27, 2020
I am deeply saddened by your loss. My most heartfelt condolences and prayers are with you in this difficult time. May your treasured memories strengthen you and carry you through your sorrow.
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