Julie Ann Etchemendy, a loving wife, mother and grandmother, passed away on March 25, 2013 after a short illness. She was born in Glendive, Montana on December 17, 1932 to Joe and Edith Reinholz. She moved to Miles City to attend Sacred Heart High School and after graduation went to work at Deluxe Motors where she met John Etchemendy. They were married on August 12, 1953. Julie was a doting mother of their four children while she worked from home at the family business, Miles City Sanitation. She was an active bowler, golfer, and bridge and bonco player, however following her children in their sports endeavors always took priority.
Julie had a sweet smile, kind demeanor, lots of patience and was easy going. She maintained lifelong friends, including many from high school and her neighborhoods.
Julie and John bought into a cabin in Red Lodge with other Miles City families. Their family enjoyed many wonderful vacations there for almost 50 years. John and Julie traveled many times to Knights of Columbus conventions and were able to see much of the United States. After retirement, she and John spent several winters in Yuma and they took driving trips with friends and family to Texas, Mexico, Alaska and Louisiana.
Julie was honored at the recent celebration of her life for her 80th birthday party. Many friends and family showed up to share their love, wish her well, and spend time with her. She said that was the happiest day of her life.
Julie is preceded in death by her parents, her husband John, her son Marty, her sister Florence Gasparetti and brothers, Fred, Joe and Jim. She is survived by Jody Etchemendy (Miles City) and her children, Holly Mentikov and Kristine Mentikov, Michelle and Kyle Luckow (Swan Lake) and their daughters, Summerlee and Rachel, and Mike and Jamie Etchemendy (Miles City) and their children Marty, Megan, and Garrett, daughter-in-law Colleen Newton and her children Johnny Etchemendy and Jeffrey Newton and numerous nieces and nephews. All of Julie’s grandchildren were special to her. She always told them “I love you with all my heart.”
Visitation will be held on Monday, April 1, 2013 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Miles City followed by a Rosary and Vigil service at 6:00 p.m. at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, April 2, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Miles City. Rite of Committal will follow in the family lot of the Calvary Cemetery. Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home of Miles City is in charge of the arrangements. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com.
Should friends desire, memorials may be made to Wake Up and Lace Up, 107 Balsam, Miles City MT or to Holy Rosary Hospice, 2600 Wilson, Miles City, MT.
Service Schedule
Visitation
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Monday April 1, 2013
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Rosary & Vigil
6:00 p.m.
Monday April 1, 2013
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
120 N. Montana
Miles City, Montana 59301
Mass of Christian Burial
10:00 a.m.
Tuesday April 2, 2013
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
120 N. Montana
Miles City, Montana 59301
Service Schedule
Visitation
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Monday April 1, 2013
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Rosary & Vigil
6:00 p.m.
Monday April 1, 2013
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
120 N. Montana
Miles City, Montana 59301
Mass of Christian Burial
10:00 a.m.
Tuesday April 2, 2013
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
120 N. Montana
Miles City, Montana 59301
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Barbara Forcier says
Julie, I know you are much happier now, no more pain for you. We will miss you girl! Your classmate of oh so many years ago! 🙂
Barbara Peatka Forcier
Betty Carter O'Brien says
Julie, you were my best friend all through school and it continued on through life. So sorry and will miss you when I come back to MC to visit. You are truly loved and many prayers will be coming your way. I know you hurt no more and you are in the perfect place – please tell John and Gene “hello” for me. In sorrow and with many prayers for you – Betty Carter O’Brien
Diane Welbes says
My thoughts and prayers are with you the family. Julie was a very compassionate lady.
Pete & Margaret Duncan says
Our thoughts have been with you and family for months – we have not been able to visit you but am sure you are in a happy place now – we have loved you for 50 plus years. We now have a big void in our lives – Rest in peace. We had so many happy times together and now all we have are memories.
Sharon Wilcox says
My thoughts and prayers fo out to Julie’s great extended family and friends. Peace be with you all.
Kathy and Tom Strub says
Jodi, Mike and Michelle and families,
Thoughts and prayers to you all. Know others are feeling for you with the loss of your mom. Hugs and if you need anything please call.
Liz (Wilson) Shearer says
All my life I have known Julie. Our family interwined with yours and it was the best. Funny, a good cook, wonderful mother and wife, and I was always welcomed in your home, Heck, I never ever knocked or rang the door bell. The trips to Red Lodge for Scottish dancing, or Burn Night, always a good time. Late nights around the table, eating , playing cards, or the board games loads of laughter and stories. You Julie are unforgetable, and will be truly missed. Prayers, hugs, and Love to the family.
JUDY SWEENEY WOLFE says
My thoughts and prayers are with all the Etchemendys. Julie was a great person and will be missed by many.
Teal Dobie says
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Jodi! Love you and I’m gonna miss gramma Julie!
Aaron Mollie Robert and Michael Phipps says
Hugs to you and your family, may the peace of the Lord be with you!
Shannon & Bryan Holmen says
She and John were my parents good friends for a very long time and my brother Dan’s Godparents. I know you will miss her so much, as others will also. We are so sorry for you. Our prayers.
Sandy and Ric Rabe says
Thoughts and prayers for all of you.
Cherie LeBlanc says
Prayers and hugs to your family, thinking of you all.
Kim Stanton says
Dear Mike, Jamie, and Kids,
Please accept my condolences on the loss of your dear mother. May the Holy Spirit, the Divine Comforter, bring you all consolation, strength, and peace during this difficult time. I am keeping you close in thought and prayer as you celebrate her life and yet grieve her loss. With prayers and sympathy,
Kim Stanton,
J Johnson says
Dear Family and Friends of Julie Ann Etchemendy, even though I did not personally know Mrs. Etchemendy the loss of every human life is significant to me and should be valued by all. It is obvious according to the information listed above about Mrs. Etchemendy that she was loved and her life touched many people. Her life was also valued by the Creator who recorded in the Bible book of Hebrews that God does not forget all of the love and fine works shown by his servants (Heb 6:10). It was not God’s purpose that mankind suffer and die. At creation God was able to say that everything was “very good” (Gen 1:31) Since Almighty God’s purpose must be fulfilled, mankind will be able live as purposed in perfect Paradise conditions. Even death will be done away with (Revelation 21:4) Faith in these promises will hopefully ease the pain of loss. Meanwhile we have the opportunity to follow Jesus’ instruction to continue to take in Bible knowledge that leads to everlasting life (John 17:3). Hopefully, faith in these Bible promises will ease the pain from this loss as you look forward to seeing Mrs. Etchemendy again under perfect Paradise conditions as promised in the Bible.
Joni Parks says
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this time of sorrow. This is the time to remember all of the good times and fun you all shared in your mom’s life.
Corina Venable says
Mike and family,
Thinking of you at this most sad time.
Tonya (Belt) Murray says
Mike, Jody, Michelle and family. I wish I could be there with you all today.
My memories of times in your home are so special to me. Your parents always treated me as family, especially Julie. I think I spent more time at your house than my own for a couple of years! You all know how special you are to me. My thoughts and prayers are with you now.
I am so glad I was able to spend a little time with her on my last visit. Your family is forever in my heart. Love Tonya
Marilyn Michels says
Jody, Michelle, Mike and families,
I have so many great memories of Julie and the times we spent together, and also the sad times we shared. I wish I could have seen more of her in the last few years, but she will always be a special person to me.
May your precious memories of your mother bring you strength and comfort.
Marilyn
Mike & Drena Nitschke says
Drena and I extend our condolences and deepest sympathy for your loss. John & Julie were a very sweet, generous and warm couple. Our family always held their friendship in the higest regard.
Denise and Jay Harvey says
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Take care and May God Bless and comfort you and you celebrate the life and memories of a wonderful woman.
Denise Harvey