Left to cherish many fond memories is her loving husband of 57 years, John; daughter Susan (Dale Allen); grandchildren Samantha, Benjamin, and Matthew; sisters Bernice (Norm Prefontaine), Elizabeth (Lloyd Moldwon). Also numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. She was predeceased by her parents Harry and Katie Semeniuk, brother David, and sister-in-law Joan.
On April 4, 1939 Julia was born in St. Laurent, Manitoba. She met and married John in 1958, moving to Winnipeg, and raising their daughter Susan. Julia started out working as a seamstress for 14 years in a clothing factory. Later she drove a school bus for River East School Division, retiring in 1994 after 23 years. In early retirement she enjoyed looking after her grandchildren. She was very proud of them and they meant the world to her. Julia enjoyed many vacations out West visiting family and enjoying various hot springs. Many weekends were spent with family and friends camping, fishing, and playing cards. She took great pride in her flower gardens at home and enjoyed spending time in her backyard. Julia loved her dogs and considered them family. In later years, Julia and John spent many hours challenging each other in competitions that included marbles, card games, and puzzles. Julia loved spending time with her family.
Special thanks to the staff at Concordia Hospital ICU for their care. In lieu of flowers, donations in Julia’s memory can be made to a charity of your choice.
Funeral Service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, August 3, 2016 at Green Acres Funeral Home, Highway #1 East at Navin Road, with Reverend Father Bill Wasyliw officiating.
Vichnaya Pam Yat
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