March 26, 1933 ~ May 8, 2013
"Julia enjoyed spending time with her family and was a truly loving woman who gave generously of her time and energy."
Julia "Judy" Ann James, 80, of Vancouver, Washington, passed away May 8, 2013. She was born in Battle Creek, Michigan, the eighth and last child of Floyd and Estelle (Wrisley) Debow, all of whom have preceded her in death.
Julia worked for Jantzen Swimwear from 1964-1977 and for Frito-Lay from 1977-1991, where she retired, both in Vancouver, Washington.
She was widowed three times. Her husbands were Robert Durrin, John Holliday and Ken James.
Julia was and active member of Northside Baptist Church in Vancouver, Washington who volunteered to work with the children who attended summer church camp.
She was an avid reader who also enjoyed crafts, sewing, crossword puzzles and TV game shows.
~ Thank you to all who loved our mom and were loved by her. ~
Julia is survived by her children, Catherine Cook, Robert Durrin, Linda Durrin-Sakai, Cheryl Durrin and Jerry Durrin; many grand and great-grandchildren; and niece, Caroline.
Julia was cremated. A celebration of her life was held at Northside Baptist Church, 5201 NE Minnehaha St. in Vancouver, Washington on Tuesday, May 14, 2013.
Donations to Hospice Southwest in Vancouver, Washington would be greatly appreciated.
Published in The Columbian, Vancouver, Washington on May 12, 2013
March 26, 1933 ~ May 8, 2013
"Julia enjoyed spending time with her family and was a truly loving woman who gave generously of her time and energy."
Julia "Judy" Ann James, 80, of Vancouver, Washington, passed away May 8, 2013. She was born in Battle Creek, Michigan, the eighth and last child of Floyd and Estelle (Wrisley) Debow, all of whom have preceded her in death.
Julia worked for Jantzen Swimwear from 1964-1977 and for Frito-Lay from 1977-1991, where she retired, both in Vancouver, Washington.
She was widowed three times. Her husbands were Robert Durrin, John Holliday and Ken James.
Julia was and active member of Northside Baptist Church in Vancouver, Washington who volunteered to work with the children who attended summer church camp.
She was an avid reader who also enjoyed crafts, sewing, crossword puzzles and TV game shows.
~ Thank you to all who loved our mom and were loved by her. ~
Julia is survived by her children, Catherine Cook, Robert Durrin, Linda Durrin-Sakai, Cheryl Durrin and Jerry Durrin; many grand and great-grandchildren; and niece, Caroline.
Julia was cremated. A celebration of her life was held at Northside Baptist Church, 5201 NE Minnehaha St. in Vancouver, Washington on Tuesday, May 14, 2013.
Donations to Hospice Southwest in Vancouver, Washington would be greatly appreciated.
Published in The Columbian, Vancouver, Washington on May 12, 2013
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