Julie Lynn (Truitt) Terry

Julie left us, far too soon. Her kind, loving and generous soul, now in heaven, on November 29, 2023. She was at Hospice with Scot, her eldest son and his entire family and her son David. Her hospice room was decorated with her Christmas tree, topped with an angel star, along with her favorite Christmas decorations that she loved to display in her bedroom, every year. Her bedside was surrounded with photos of cherished family and friends. There was so much love surrounding Julie, her passing can only be described as beautiful.

Julie was born on April 2, 1942. She attended Roosevelt High School, which were her favorite high school memories. Her senior year, her parents moved, where she graduated from Bellbrook High School. Julie attended Bowling Green State University and graduated with a bachelor's degree in education in 1964.

Julie married in 1964 and worked as a teacher up until she became pregnant with her first baby. She has 3 sons, Scot, David and Chris. When her sons were old enough, Julie chose to change careers and train as a court reporter. She worked as a court reporter for many years, along with raising her boys and taking care of their home. After getting a divorce, Julie changed careers again, working at Wright Patterson Airforce Base. She loved her position at WPAFB, and her travel experiences. She loved to fly, go see different places and meet new people, through her job. Julie decided to leave WPAFB and work the remainder of her life in law, by choice. Her favorite and last job was working for Dearfield Law Firm where she enjoyed working closely with attorneys Tim Dearfield, Matthew Dearfield and staff, directly helping clients every day.

Julie is preceded in death by her father, Harold Truitt, whom she loved and adored very much. Her beloved mother, Beatrice Truitt, who Julie credits with her strong work ethic and her passion for fashion. Beatrice and Julie were both sharp dressers and always looked very put together. A younger sister who has passed. Also, Julie's dog Tripper, who always comforted her during her most difficult times.

Julie is survived by her 3 sons, Randall Scot (Lisa), Scot never left her bedside during her final days. As a grown man, Scot became his mom's rock. Her second son, David Andrew, whom she was always so proud of his accomplishments. Her third son, Christopher James, whom she always thought of as her baby, believing that he always needed her support and protection. Her youngest sister, Mary Jo, whom she always loved, along with her nieces Angie and Heather. Lisa's sisters, Paula and Tracy, were always good and kind to her. Bill and Carol Terry, Tom and Denise Terry, who always considered Julie part of their family.

Julie has 6 grandchildren.

From Scot and Lisa, her very first grandson, Evan Scot (25), started to call her MawMaw, as soon as he was old enough to talk. This was the perfect grandmother's name for Julie. Her wish was always to be called MawMaw, by all of her grandchildren. Trace Ryan (20), her second grandson, attends her alma mater and plays soccer for BGSU. MawMaw was always Trace's biggest cheerleader and absolutely loved watching him play soccer. Anelise Juliet (13), who looked just like Julie when she was born. Anelise is also a soccer player and MawMaw was always her biggest fan at her games.

From David and his wife, 2 granddaughters, Morgan Elisabeth (19), her very first granddaughter who was very special to Julie. Paige Addison (15), Julie only saw "her little David" when she looked at Paige.

From Chris, her youngest grandson, Joshua Paul (15), words cannot express her joy when he was born.

Scot and Lisa want to emphasize what a blessing it has been having Julie living with them in their home. Julie blessed Scot's family with her cooking, baking, and sewing. Also, her conversations, laughter, sense of humor and good advice. Julie was Scot and Lisa's second mother to their 3 kids. She wanted to be a second mother to all her grandchildren. Julie's constant care, attention and admiration for Evan, Trace and Anelise, will never be forgotten, by them. They will carry their memory of MawMaw with them their entire lives.

Scot and Lisa also want to recognize Lisa's mom, Julie Reed. She offered to have Julie come and stay with her for weeks, to take care of her, after needing major surgery, this past March. Lisa's mom is a retired RN. Julie required critical care after being released from the hospital, that only someone with Julie Reed's knowledge and compassion, being a nurse, could give to her. It allowed Scot and Lisa to continue to both work, while Julie recovered. Julie was so grateful to Lisa's mom and cherished the friendship they both created with each other. Julie would tear up talking with Lisa about how much she loved her mom and helping regain her strength and stamina.

Scot and Lisa also want to thank Lisa's father, Larry Reed, for coming to the hospital, supporting Scot and embracing him as if he were his own son. Also, Larry's wife Judy, who was always so good to Julie. She always extended an invitation to Julie when Scot and Lisa's family were invited and entertained in their home.

When you think of Julie, she always gave so much more than she ever received. Lisa, Scot's wife, would always call her, "The Jules", meaning jewels. Julie was a gem and a treasure to all who knew her. She would do absolutely anything for anyone. She was a true giver. Julie had unconditional love for her 3 sons, always. Her grandchildren were her pride and joy. Julie's sons and grandchildren were her main priority.

To honor Julie's legacy, always put your family first, just like she did, her entire life. And always, always take care of those who took care of you.

Scot and Lisa will host a private gathering, in their home, for those nearest and dearest to Julie's heart, to celebrate her life.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Julie's memory may be made to "Autism Speaks" on behalf of her grandson, Joshua.
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