The family of Julie Anne Jones is saddened to announce the passing of Julie on December 12, 2022 at the Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre after a long battle with chronic illness. She was pre-deceased by her husband Brian Jones and her brother Paul Clark.
Julie was one of nine siblings born to Jack and Marion Clark. She is survived by her brothers John and Robert and sisters Nancy, Mary Lou, Martha, Kathy and Susie, as well as fifteen nieces and nephews.
Julie is survived by her five children: Nancy Villemaire, Cathy McManee, John McManee, Jennifer Atkinson and Alliston McManee Sears and her stepchildren, Ryan Jones (Susan), Kerilyn Perron (Roland) and Corianne Jones, as well as her grandchildren Maggie, Nicolas, Shelby, Lily, Max and Gwen.
Julie was a long-time resident of Stroud and Innisfil. She was a stay-at-home mother during the early years, and a fantastic cook and baker. She worked at Radio Shack and had a home daycare where she raised many children she was extremely fond of. She was an avid reader and her love of novels continued throughout her life. A friend of animals, her chippies, squirrels, cardinals and blue jays will miss her presence. Her family is grateful for the support given to her by her neighbours as her health declined, as well as by her personal support worker Jackie Arthur who went above and beyond in her assistance to Julie.
A special thanks to Julie’s friends Maryanne Letourneau, and Barb Janowski. They meant a great deal to her. Thanks also to Jane Ferrier, a good friend who provided so much help and support to Julie for many years.
Her brother John envisions her now at peace, sitting on a cloud with her beloved husband Brian and her faithful dog Jake, enjoying a laugh. Julie was a believer in L M Montgomery’s famous saying: “ Life is worth living as long as there’s a laugh in it.”
Julie will be set to rest with Brian, Jake, Sonja and Penny on the Bay of Fundy, as requested.
Donations in lieu of flowers should be made to the animal charity of your choice.
Leslie Colbourne
Posted on: Wednesday, January 4, 2023I had the great pleasure of caring for Julia for the last few years through St Elizabeth homecare. We had a lot of great chats sitting outback with her chippies, blue jays etc. I will miss my visits with her, she was always so kind & thxful for my help. Deepest condolences to her family.
Linda Andross
Posted on: Wednesday, January 4, 2023Our condolences to Aunt Julie’s family. So hard to lose a parent and I remember how kind she was when our dad passed away. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Linda Andross
Vera Cloes
Posted on: Friday, January 6, 2023Julie has been a lifelong friend and a most important person as an amazing daycare provider for my children. She was the most nurturing person imaginable to all who came to know her. I will miss her cheerfulness and feisty sense of humour.
Sincere sympathy to Julie’s family.
Tegan Cloes
Posted on: Tuesday, January 10, 2023Julie babysat me and my sister Dalyce for 8 and 6 years, respectively, when we were young. I remember so many wonderful times at her place: colouring and watching movies in the basement, listening to Shirley Temple’s Animal Crackers in the dining room, eating pb and js at the kitchen island, looking at flowers and animals in the backyard and swinging on the swing. I loved Sonya, Penny and Rosebud too (Julie let me name Rosebud). I spent the first quarter of my life with Julie and loved her very much; I often find myself thinking of her and reminiscing on the fun we had. I remember her as being very caring, very strong and very funny. We were lucky to have her guidance at such an influencial time in our lives. I pray that God be with Julie and her family in her transition to heaven. Please take care.
Tegan
Brian Gilmore
Posted on: Wednesday, January 11, 2023Julie was a second mother to me growing up across the street from her. As much trouble as John and I got into as kids, Julie was always there to support and welcome me. We kept in touch over the years with regular phone calls and visits. She will truly be missed. John, please call me at 705-436-1688. Brian Gilmore