Julie passed away at the Stratford Memorial Hospital, after a brief but hard fought battle with COVID-19. Julie was welcomed home into the arms of her mother Elizabeth Beattie (predeceased) and will be deeply missed by her father Donald Beattie who she leaves behind. She is profoundly missed by her husband Brian Fryer who was blessed to call her his sweetheart for 33 years. Dedicated and supportive mother to Joshua Fryer, and Amanda Fryer. Julie will be tremendously missed by her siblings Gordon, Donna, and Margaret. She was an affectionate and fun-loving Nanny to her four grandchildren Dawson, Haylee, Lilia, and Kaleb who she adored to the moon and back. Julie will also be missed by her sidekick Bev, her special friends, cousins, and extended family.
Julie will be remembered most for her boisterously contagious laugh, her mischievous sense of humor, her loving/caring heart, and for her endless gifts of selfless acts of love to those that she took under her wing.
The family would like to thank many friends and neighbours for taking the time to share words of encouragement and support with Julie in her final hours. Julie was able to leave this earth knowing how much she was loved.
At Julie’s request, cremation has taken place. Due to COVID-19 restrictions a private gathering and a celebration of life will be held at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to Haskett Funeral Homes, Exeter (519-235-1220).
Donations to Diabetes Canada would be appreciated by the family.
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Jeanette (Jan) Cooke
Just heard the shocking news that Julie had passed away last May. Please accept our family’s deepest condolences. We have so many memories of Don and Elizabeth and their children growing up. One of our fondest memories is when David was Julie’s ring bearer at her wedding. A year has passed since Julie’s passing but I am sure you are all still grieving. Remember all the good times you shared with her; it makes it more bearable. Blessings to all of you.
Tim Fryer
Brian, Amanda, Joshua & Family
So very sorry Brian for your wonderful family’s tragic loss of Julie. You are such a strong person but you will find strength as well with the great memories you hold and through the love of the extended family Julie has created with you.
Know too that always, all of our best wishes are there for you.
Tim Fryer
Alison Sheffer
Brian & family
We are so very sorry to hear of your loss.
Our thoughts are with you
Aunt Carole, Anne, Alison & David Fryer
& families
Vanessa Kelly
Amanda, Josh, Brian, Family & Beloved Friends…
I have spent the last week trying to think of what to write on this message board. I haven’t been able to find the words. This loss is so sudden and devastating. My heart aches for you.
I have only words of scripture with the hopes that it will bring you some peace. In the Catholic church, we have daily readings for daily mass. I know Julie was not Catholic, but I also came to know her as a spiritual person. I shared the readings from the Gospel of John for her memorial. Those were the readings from her last few days on this earth. The following is the daily reading for the day you laid her to rest…
A reading from the gospel of John, Chapter 21, verses 15-19
After Jesus had revealed himself to his disciples and eaten breakfast with them, he said to Simon Peter, “Simon, son of John, do you love me more than these?” Simon Peter answered him, “Yes, Lord, you know that I love you.” Jesus said to him, “Feed my lambs.”
He then said to Simon Peter a second time, “Simon, son of John, do you love me?” Simon Peter answered him, “Yes, Lord, you know that I love you.”
He said to him, “Tend my sheep.”
He said to him the third time, “Simon, son of John, do you love me?” Peter was distressed that he had said to him a third time, “Do you love ME?” and he said to him, “Lord, you know everything; you know that I love you.” Jesus said to him, “Feed my sheep.
Amen, amen, I say to you, when you were younger, you used to dress yourself and go where you wanted; but when you grow old, you will stretch out your hands, and someone else will dress you and lead you where you do not want to go.”
He said this signifying by what kind of death he would glorify God. And when he had said this, he said to him, “Follow me…”
Julie lived her life loving, serving and caring for others. Care for each other the way that she cared for each of you. She taught each of you how to be the glue that held everyone together. Carry on her legacy, take care of each other and teach the world to be kind. Julie saw me at my best, and at my worst on my bad days. On my bad days, when I would apologize for my house being a disaster—or for looking like a disaster, she would simply say “We all have bad days…those days just make the good days better.”
I know that each of you will have bad days, recovering from this loss will be unimaginably difficult. Just remember to love and support each other the way that Julie did for you. I know you have big shoes to fill, but I think together—you can do it. If all else fails, be still and know that you are loved. God is “investing” in each of you right now. Know that HE loves you unconditionally, the way that Julie did…even though it might be hard to see that right now. In time, this journey of grief and suffering will teach you to embrace the sunshine, and to rest on rainy days—because nothing can grow without rain and even warriors need to rest. Give yourself the grace to embrace joy and to rest when you need to.
To Amanda:
You are raising beautiful, wonderful children. I like to think that your mother taught you how. You are stronger than you know, braver than you think and when all else fails—your loving heart invites people into your life who will hold you up…the way that you have held us up.
Words cannot explain how much you have been there for me in my grief and my troubles. I only hope I can return the favour. I am holding you and your family in my heart, and I have faith that your mother is with our creator where she belongs.
I am looking forward to summer and Camp Kelly vacations. Your Mom told me she would like to visit our little camp because it looked so beautiful in pictures and your kids talked about it so fondly. I am confident she will be there with us this summer. You will see.
In the meantime, and in the sweet hereafter, keep tending to those lambs. Both your own, and the children you work with. You have always inspired me and helped me with my own children. You have seen potential in me that I didn’t see in myself….You taught me to embrace the chaos and to always find the best in the people I meet. Keep giving and loving the way your mother taught you to. Keep believing in yourself and others the way that your mom did.
You will never be lost if you trust in your own ability to lead. Thank you for always leading me in the right direction.
Miss you lots, love you more. See you soon dear friend.
Wishing you peace & sending you all my love.
“Nessa”
Helen Campbell
Don &family
I am so sorry for your loss. Keep your good memories close.
Hazel (weatherall) Tricco
Corinne Newman
I am so sorry Brian !
Sending my prayers and condolences to you and your family 🙏🏻
Dora Hilts
Brian and family I am sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved wife ,mother, nana. My hope is that in time the wonderful memories she has blessed you with will bring you comfort and joy. Dora Hilts
Elaine Collings
We would like to send our deepest sympathies to you Brian and your family . What a tragic loss. Hold all those precious memories close.
Allen and Elaine Collings
Leah Kamau
My deepest condolences to you Amanda and family. May she rest in peace the grandma of my grandson kaleb.
Lorraine Gould and family
I have many fond memories of time spent together, as children. Countless hours playing board games. My condolences to Don, Margaret, Gordon, and Maggie, as well as the rest of the family.
Judy
Sorry you have left us so Early. RIP Julie, Fly High. I will always remember that contagious laugh of yours. Hugs to all the Family and Friends..
Tyler Stewart
Aunt Julie you were an amazing aunt! Loved the time up at the trailer, family gatherings and all the wonderful memories over the years that were created. You were a very loving person and it showed in how you cared for your family. Sorry you were taken from us too early RIP AUNT JULIE.
Heather Fryer-Goba
I wish to extend my sincere condolences to my brother Brian and Joshua and Amanda. No words can explain the loss of this wonderful women that would do anything for anybody. Her love for family was expressed all the time. Julie you are in a good place but taken from us way to soon. RIP my dear Julie. You will be greatly missed by all.
Soleil Counsell
So sorry for your loss, I did not know Julie but heard she was a amazing woman ❤
Barb Martin
So saddened to hear of Julie’s death. We are praying for you all.
The Martins
Wayne Barb and family
James robson
Julie you’ll be sorority missed my mom and me send are condolences you’ll be very missed love you buddy rip
April wilson
My deepest condolences to the family
Cindy
So sorry to hear. Our condolences to the family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Isobel and Cindy
Lukman
On behalf of myself, sid, Timmy and dalal. I want to send our heartfelt condolences to the fryer family. I never had the chance to meet Julie in person but I had the opportunity to say hello over the phone and she was an amazing person to talk to. To the fryer family, I want you to keep finding the strength to continue the good work Julie left behind. Julie might be gone but will never be forgotten. RIP Julie
Paul & Linda Wilson
Brian and Family we are so sorry to hear of Julies passing, our condolences to all of you.
Paul & Linda Wilson
Sacha Walker
My deepest condolences to all her loved ones she’s left behind. SO Very sad.
RIP
Tina Goodhew
Amanda and family,
I am so sorry for your tragic loss. I am sure your mom is watching over you .
My condolences
Tina Goodhew
Brenda Jones
Josh and Family..Dan and I are sorry to hear of the passing of you mom..Sending our deepest condolences..
Brett Stewart
So sorry to hear of the passing of Julie Fryer. She was a wonderful kind hearted person who raised two beautiful children Josh and Amanda and took great care of Brian Fryer. Every time we got together we made great memories. From family picnics and gatherings to camping and road trips. I will truly miss you Julie. RIP. Love Brett and Kathy Stewart.
Karen Cleary
To Julie’s Family
I know that Julie being the centre of the family will be so tremendously missed. Julie often worried about that and we would talk and realize that you have all learned from her how to love, care, be kind, be strong and fight for each other. You can make it♥️ I send all my love, prayers and hugs to all of you. 💞
Julie I love you with all that I am besties forever Rest In Peace my True Friend ♥️xoxo
Precious Blood School Staff
Amanda, Dawson, Haylee, Lilia and Kaleb,
On behalf of the entire staff of Precious Blood School, we want to extend our deepest sympathies to all of you on the loss of your Mom and Nanny. She was a special part of your lives and you talked of her often. We are all thinking of you, as you grieve the loss of her. Cherish all of the memories you have of her. She will always be with you!
Darlene Ducharme
I do not know this lovely woman personally, however, anyone who dies needlessly from Covid 19 is a courageous person. I send condolences to the family of this lovely woman who had to battle this horrible disease. My sympathies.
Dan&Brenda Saunders & Rose Gass
Sending our Heart felt condolences to Julies entire family at this time,Julie will be greatly missed.Julie always had a smile and great sense of humour that always brought a smile to your face.To the family remember Julie will always be right there with you telling you it’s ok., take care of each other till we meet again. Hold on to all the memories, you’ve made to help get through this sad time. RIP Julie.