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JULIA SUZANNE MARTENS
Born: Jul 25, 1986
Date of Passing: May 17, 2015
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JULIA SUZANNE MARTENS July 25, 1986 - May 17, 2015 It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Julia Suzanne Martens on Sunday, May 17, 2015. Left to mourn her passing and miss her greatly are her partner Cheyne, sister Pamela, brother David (Molly), her grandparents John and Joan Hemmerling, as well as numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, extended family, and friends. She was predeceased by her mother, Caroline Lorraine Martens (nee Hemmerling), in 2012. Julia was the sunshine of our lives. She touched everyone's life in one way or another with her beautiful spirit, joyful personality, and positive attitude. She had a love for family and was always happy to get together to visit, play games, and celebrate. She enjoyed family barbecues, Sunday afternoon football parties, camping, cheering from the sidelines at school soccer games, and frequent "Dinner and a movie" nights with Auntie Liz. When diagnosed with Hodgkin's Lymphoma in February 2011, she faced it with courage and strength. Through the many treatments and procedures, through multiple hair losses and hospitalizations, Julia kept a positive attitude. Her passing was sudden and unexpected but she died surrounded by family who loved her dearly. In lieu of flowers, donations in Julia's honour can be made to CancerCare Manitoba or sponsor Team Remission Possible in the Light The Night walk being held September 26, 2015. In accordance with Julia's wishes, a private family service has taken place at the Birnie Cemetery where her ashes are buried alongside her mom. May Caroline and Julia both rest in peace.
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As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jun 20, 2015
Condolences & Memories (8 entries)
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XMAS was not the same this year without you. Miss your big smiles and laughs. Thinking of you always my girl. RIP MY ANGEL. CHEYNE IS VERY LOST WITHOUT YOU ALSO. LOVE ALWAYS MOM NEILL XOXO - Posted by: mom neill (mother in-law) on: Dec 26, 2015
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I have never met a person so unique as you. I miss your calls and our outings as we always have a great time. Thank you for the joy you brought to my son and our family. We truly do miss you more than words can explain. You were a diamond in the ruff. Rest in peace my love, until we meet again. Love Mom Neill - Posted by: debbie neill (mother in law) on: Aug 02, 2015
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I am saddened to hear I've lost a friend. Even from afar we've managed to keep in touch. We met online and kept in touch. I knew she was a great person. She knew I was cheering her on every step but I wish I had continued to talk. Hats off to her family and friends for making her last days happy ones. She will be missed. RIP JULIAS - Posted by: Jeffrey (Friend) on: Jul 25, 2015
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I met Julia and her family many years ago and my children and I had the pleasure of staying with her family for a time in 2003. Julia grew into a beautiful young woman and I am so very proud to have known her. I moved away in 2010 but had the opportunity a number of times to come back and visit with her and go out for a meal. She was indeed a very positive person, never ever complaining about all the trials she was going through. She loved Cheyne and his daughter very much and even spoke of having children some day. Although we have lost a truly wonderful young woman, heaven has gained a beautiful angel. Till we meet again Julia! Love you forever! Debbie Goossen & Family - Posted by: Debbie Goossen (Family Friend) on: Jun 23, 2015
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This little girl when I met her grew to be an incredible woman with alot of life & spunk. As children grow and finish school they moved away to make a future/stand in the world. Unfortunatly life and the angels in heaven took her to do a job with her mother beside her.Let their love always look down to protect you. Sadly missed but never forgotten RIP Julia - Posted by: shawna zechowski (friend of family) on: Jun 22, 2015
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May you rest in peace Julia. Thank you for always giving me a grin while passing me in the hallways in school. And always helping me in English class. Your gentle and kind spirit will live in all those you've touched forever. Xo :) Erin - Posted by: Erin Notthey (high school classmate) on: Jun 21, 2015
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Julia was a beautiful person. I am grateful that I had the opportunity to meet & care for her. I am so very sorry for your loss. - Posted by: Kim Schade (CCMB Nurse) on: Jun 21, 2015
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I never had the pleasure of meeting Julia face-to-face, but through monthly, sometimes weekly correspondence I came to know Julia and found out what a wonderful, brave and courage girl she turned out to be. God has gained an "ANGEL' RIP JULIA. Miss you sweetie. All our love Auntie Lori and Uncle Larry.xoxox - Posted by: Lori Kimbell (Aunt) on: Jun 20, 2015