Julie Frances Storm's Obituary
Julie Frances Storm, 91, of Puyallup, WA, formerly of Reno, NV passed away on August 7th, 2022. She made her way to heaven surrounded by the love of her family and friends, and gave each of us a lasting goodbye that we will cherish for our lifetimes. She died unafraid of death and even though she endured many struggles in the months before she left us, she showed us her enduring strength and sweet nature until the very end. She lived a full and satisfying life and eagerly awaited the reunion of her beloved husband and those who passed before her. While her loss has left a hole in all our hearts that will never be filled, we will be sustained by the lifetime of love and memories we all shared with her.
A Celebration of Life service, honoring her life and memory will be held at Mountain View Funeral Home @ 10:00 am on Sunday, August 28, 2022. We plan to come together to celebrate the one of a kind treasure that Julie, Mom, Grandma, Nana, etc. was to all of us. During this celebration the family will allow time for anyone who wishes to say a few words. Please also share a tribute, story, photo and more in the space provided.
Julie was born on June 13, 1931, to Frank Drosos and Anna Weber in Rochester, MN. Many don’t know her name was actually Julia (because she hated). She was also a twin (her twin unfortunately didn’t survive). In the years leading up to her passing she shared the story of her origin, how her parents, one from Greece and one from Austria, immigrated from their respective countries and spoke only the common language of love. From that union the world was gifted Julie. Her father was present for only a short time in her life. She always shared that she was so strong because she was raised by two strong women, her mother and Tessie, a family friend. At the young age of 16, her mother had several strokes and she lovingly took on the role of being her caretaker. Later, she met John, who would soon become her husband. At first she wanted absolutely nothing to do with him. After a little persistence and three weeks she agreed to go out with him and 3 weeks after that they were married (in 1954). She told us he held her hand and said I love you single every day of their marriage. In 1995, John passed and she never dated or looked for another mate and we know that she is now in heaven holding his hand. Their union created 4 children - John Jr., Karen Sue, Steven (who survived for only 11 short days) and “Dottie.” She worked at Harrah’s Casino until she retired, but her real love in life was being a mom. In 1976 not one, not two, but all three of her children announced they would soon deliver them grandchildren! The first of many grandkids - Venus, Shanan and Anna - came along shortly after. When she was widowed she first lived with her Granddaughters Venus and Shanan and then moved from Nevada to Washington. Her son John, daughter Sue and her children Shanan and Lonnie soon followed to Washington to be near. Sue, Shanan, Lonnie and even her great-grandson Tayvonne all had the opportunity to live with her - he cherished that time. Julie lived with her daughter and best friend Dottie and Husband Scott for most of the rest of her life, where they shared countless adventures and memories.
Although none of us could ever accomplish it, she was what everyone strives to be in life, has hurt nobody and loved everyone. She made everyone feel special. Her loss is incredibly hard to endure. She was our world, the center, the gravity, and the glue for all of us. Her strength, stubbornness, tolerance, kindness, generosity, friendship, unconditional love, wit, humor, and homemade soups are unmatched by anyone. We will all cuddle in the blankets she made us and hold her love and memories tight until we are together again.
Julie is lovingly survived by daughters, Dorothy Russell and Karen “Sue” Nelson, her beloved, Grandchildren, Venus Dross, Shannan Hilliary, Anna Chatman, Carl Mertz, Matthew Storm, Steven Storm, Sarah Petroni; Great Grandchildren Tayvonne Coleman, Kobe Chatman, Taya Chatman, Maxwell Petroni and Connor Mertz.
Julie was preceded in death by her Husband, our beloved Dad and Grandpa, John Storm Sr., Sons Steven Storm and John Storm Jr. and Grandson, Lonnie Hilliary.
WE MISS YOU!!!
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