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Julie Akey Obituary
Julie M. Akey, age 60, of Wisconsin Rapids, WI died Friday, April 28, 2017 at Atrium Post Acute Care, Wisconsin Rapids, WI.
Funeral Services are 11:00 AM Saturday, May 6, 2017 at Ritchay Funeral Home in Wisconsin Rapids, WI. Father Valentine Joseph will officiate. The family will greet relatives and friends at Ritchay Funeral Home on Saturday from 9:30-11:00 AM. Burial will be at Calvary Cemetery.
Julie was born December 2, 1956 in Wisconsin Rapids, WI to Charles and Shirley (Nash) Akey. She worked for the Wood County Planning & Zoning Commission for 41 years retiring in December 2016.
Julie was a very family-oriented person. She was a generous giver to all her loved ones and enjoyed watching other people smile with excitement. She loved researching and making fancy new recipes for holidays, making costumes or decorations for parties, and going to family events. The list was endless of the ways she showed her love for others with her time, talents or gifts. Julie was also an avid traveler. Some of her favorite places to go on vacations included Door County, San Francisco, St. Louis, Tennessee, Disney theme parks, and cruise ships. Julie was very fond of animals and especially loved to spoil any of the family pets. She will be missed dearly by her family and friends.
Julie is survived by her mother, Shirley Akey of Wisconsin Rapids, WI; sister, Debbee (Tim) Christensen of Wisconsin Rapids, WI; two nieces, Tori (Chris) Smith of Wauwatosa, WI and Katy (Justin) Jessen of Minnesota City, MN and one great nephew, Keegan Smith.
Julie was preceded in death by her father, Charles and sister, Linda Morehouse.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial bench will be established in her honor, to remind us all to take a break and enjoy all of the beautiful things life has to offer.
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Glenda Erickson
May 4, 2017
Julie was my 1st friend & mentor when I started working at the courthouse in my high school years. The fun times we had "picking on" Curt Dittbrunner. She had him wrapped around her little finger! Aw, the good ole days. My Dad also feels the loss - he always enjoyed your visits in the parking lot & would refer to you as "Hi Dad" because you always said that to him! You have been a true & trusted friend for many years. I will miss you!
Kim Brewbaker
May 3, 2017
I am deeply saddened by Julie's passing. She was so thoughtful and caring toward me and my family during a very difficult time. Thank you Julie, for your generous heart. You will truly be missed.
Brewbaker Family
May 3, 2017
Julie was a dedicated and caring professional. She would always go out of her way to help anyone in the P & Z office. Her attention to details, history, and the wealth of knowledge she possessed will never be replaced. I am thankful you will have no pain and are resting in heaven for your much deserved rest. You will be greatly missed by all of the professionals both private sector and county employees working in Wood County.
ken akey
May 3, 2017
you will be missed love ken and maxx akey
Heather Marquardt
May 2, 2017
Julie's retirement has left a void in the planning & zoning office, and her passing a void in our selves. I enjoyed hearing her vacation stories, stories about her great-nephew Keegan, and the funniest stories about dog-sitting!! We had some good laughs- and those are the things I wish she could have had so much more of in her future. Rest in peace Julie, and prayers to all your family.
Billie-Jo Kester
May 2, 2017
Julie you will be missed! I am so glad I had the opportunity to be trained by you and work with you. I sure will miss your phone messages, "Your slippers are ready!" and then of course your follow up phone message. (Which is chuckle between us.) I hope that brought a smile to your face in heaven!!
Lynn Munro
May 2, 2017
MY PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS GO OUT TO THE FAMILY. SHE WAS MY SPECIAL MEMBER AT MEMBERS CREDIT UNION. SHE ALWAYS TOLD ME HER STORIES OF HER TRAVELS. I WILL MISS HER.
Grace Keip
May 2, 2017
My deepest sympathy to the family. Julie was a delightful and thoughtful person.
Mary Warner
May 2, 2017
Sorry to here of Julie's passing. I fondly remember her from our high school years.
ken akey
May 2, 2017
you will be missed love ken and rawlena
May 1, 2017
Sorry to hear of Julie's passing. I worked at the courthouse many years with her and we had many laughs together. She was a great gal. She will be missed.
Carol Kummer
Patt Kolesar Stoltz
May 1, 2017
My sincere sympathies to Julie's family. She was a good person with a kind heart and a smile for everyone.
William Akey
May 1, 2017
Rest in Peace, Julie. I was saddened to hear about her death. My prayers go out to all of your family and Great Aunt Shirley. All my love.
Marvin & Sybil Krzykowski
April 30, 2017
Rest in peace, Julie. Thank you for your assistance and friendship over all those years. Our sympathy to your family.
J
April 30, 2017
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Shannon Lobner
April 29, 2017
Saddened to hear about Julie's death. Thoughts and prayers to her family. May she rest in peace. I will remember her fondly as we worked together for a time in the P&Z office many years ago. God bless and deepest sympathy.
Andy and Deb Kaminski
April 29, 2017
What a great friend and co-worker. Always putting others ahead of herself. So glad Andy and I got to spend time with you this past week. No more pain and suffering. You will be greatly missed my friend. Sure will miss your desserts....:)
Heather Gehrt
April 29, 2017
Julie I'm so glad you're not in pain anymore. You were a good friend and a great person to talk to at work. You will be missed.
Cheryl Woltman
April 28, 2017
Spread your angel wings and fly Julie! You will be missed!
Anne Arndt
April 28, 2017
My thoughts and prayers go out to Julie's family. She was a great friend and co-worker. Julie is in a wonderful place now, without pain. I will remember her smiling face always.
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