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Julia Baccash Obituary

Baccash, Julia Smucker Age 64, of Chicago, died on March 30, 2013 surrounded by her husband and three children. Julie was born in Champaign, IL, grew up in Evanston, IL and Goshen, IN and spent the majority of her adult life in Evanston, IL. She attended Goshen College and Northwestern University, where she received an MAT. Julie loved and cared for her family, including her husband of 39 years. With an easy, beautiful laugh, a spirit for adventure, and a generous heart, she lived a full life. She especially enjoyed being with her husband, children and grandchildren, working in the garden and traveling with her family. Julie was the beloved wife of Michael Baccash; loving mother of Laura, Jonathan (Sophia) and Mary (Kerri); grandmother of Michael Brody, Katherine and Genevieve; sister of Jon, Elaine, Mark, Mary, Paul and the late Ernest. Visitation is Saturday, April 6, 2013 1:00 p.m. until the time of the Funeral Service at 2:00 p.m. at Winnetka Covenant Church, 1200 Hibbard Rd., Wilmette, IL 60091. Interment is at Violett Cemetery, Goshen, IN. Memorial gifts in lieu of flowers may be made to the Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center of Northwestern University. Please make checks payable to "Northwestern University" and mail to Ms. Terri Dillon, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, 420 E. Superior St., Rubloff Building, 9th Floor, Chicago, IL 60611. Memorial gifts may also be made online at https://www.give-northwestern.org/donate with designation to the Lurie Cancer Center General Gifts Fund. Info: 847-675-1990 or www.donnellanfuneral.com

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Apr. 2, 2013.
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Mike, Laura, Jon, and Mary: I am devastated at just learning of your dear Julie's passing. Please know that I consider her one of the beautiful spirits I have been privileged to know in this world. She is sorely missed. Julie had an impact on my life more than you know. My heart is heavy for the sadness you must bear.

Julie Coulter

June 30, 2013

Dear Mike. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May you find the strength and healing in your hearts from each other. With Blessings, Linda and David Clark

Linda and David Clark

April 12, 2013

Sending much love and condolences...

Sang Eun Park

April 11, 2013

I met Julia 20 years ago when our children were playing Little League baseball together. She was at all times a most charming, gracious and, above all, genuine person. My thoughts are with you, Mike and Mary.

Alan Henry

April 9, 2013

Dear Laura and Family,
You have our deepest condolences on the loss of your dear mother. A mother's love is unconditional and so very special. She will be with you always in your hearts. May fond memories of special times together give you strength in this time of sorrow.
Mike and Karen Ahijevych, Southfield, Michigan

April 6, 2013

Mike, Jonathan, Laura and Mary. The Powells join so many others in expressing our sorrow.

Charles Powell

April 6, 2013

Mr. Baccash and Family,

I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your wife/mother. Your family is in my prayers.

Dawn Cantore

April 5, 2013

Dear Mike, Laura and all of the Baccash family, I am
so sorry for your loss. I didn't know Julie very long, but i knew her enough to know she had a warm heart. She fought a hard battle, but now has no more pain. I hope you find some small comfort in that.
May God hold you in the palm of His hand.

Kathleen Burst

April 5, 2013

Dearest Baccash Family, It is with such sadness that we send this message. Nothing can ever erase our wonderful Rosalie St. memories. And those Yule Logs--delicious! Julie had such a caring spirit and truly lived her life well, leading by example. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. The Burke Family.

Vickie Burke

April 4, 2013

Baccash Family, so much love is behind you and in front of you.

Donna Lee Bremer

April 4, 2013

"May each beautiful memory be a place you return to...
for strength, for comfort, and for peace."-- Wings of Hope Living
I'm just so very sorry... I love your family and your Mom so very much. She will live on in all of us!

Heather Hackett

April 3, 2013

Mr. Baccash, Laura, Jon, Mary and family - You remain consistently in my prayers. Words cannot express my hope that you will find solace in beautiful memories.

Jeanine Marie Herzeg

April 3, 2013

Dear Baccash Family,

My sincerest condolences to you during this difficult time. I did not know Julia very well, but in our few encounters, she was always wonderful to speak with and her kind spirit stood out to me. I'm so sorry for your loss, and my thoughts are with you all.

Alina Kobzarev

April 3, 2013

My sincere condolences to the Baccash Family. May your Loved One rest in peace.

Carolyn Everett

April 3, 2013

Eternal rest grant unto Julia, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon her. May her soul and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.

Jim Frommeyer

April 3, 2013

Mike, Laura, Jonathan, Mary and family,

We are so sorry for your loss of your wife, mother, and sister. We will always fondly remember Julie's joyful and generous spirit, and pray that you will somehow find comfort and peace as you cope with her passing.

Stan Wyse and Donna Unruh

Stan Wyse

April 3, 2013

We remember Julie fondly as a friend, classmate, and a leader in our high school class of 1966. She was the smartest, friendliest kid in class and a joy to know. We are so sorry for the loss of her ready smile. We wish her family comfort and peace.

Bill & Snowden (Stookey) Mowry

April 3, 2013

To all of Julie's clan: In all my growing up memories, thoughts of cousin Julie mean ready laughter, a very big heart, and a generous spirit. You, her extended family, are part of us, and you have our deepest sympathy and all our love.

Larry & Cynthia (Smucker) Marcus

April 2, 2013

Dear Mr. Baccash, Laura, Jonathan, Mary and family,

My heart goes out to you and your family during this difficult time. I was so sadden to hear the passing of your wife and mother, Julie over the weekend. I know that this has been a long and painful battle for her and also for everyone who loved her, but believe in knowing that your wife and mother, Julie is at peace now, and is no longer suffering is a blessing. Just remember she will always be in your hearts and memories forever. I will always have good memories of Julie and will never forget how she was a wonderful and beautiful person. I will never forget the times when Julie would call the office or stop by the office, we would talk and joke around and especially laugh together when Mr. Baccash always thought we were up to something. I will always remember her smile and laughter. I will never forget her, but I will miss her dearly. Although no words can really help to ease the loss, just know that you are very close in every thoughts and prayers. Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories of Julie to forever hold in your hearts.

With caring thoughts and my prayers are with you,

Jo Ann Cosovic
Sarnoff and Baccash

Jo Ann Cosovic

April 2, 2013

Dear Mr. Baccash, Laura, Jonathan, Mary and family,

My heart goes out to you and your family during this difficult time. I was so sadden to hear the passing of your wife and mother, Julie over the weekend. I know that this has been a long and painful battle for her and also for everyone who loved her, but believe in knowing that your wife and mother, Julie is at peace now, and is no longer suffering is a blessing. Just remember she will always be in your hearts and memories forever. I will always have good memories of Julie and will never forget how she was a wonderful and beautiful person. I will never forget the times when Julie would call the office or stop by the office, we would talk and joke around and especially laugh together when Mr. Baccash always thought we were up to something. I will always remember her smile and laughter. I will never forget her, but I will miss her dearly. Although no words can really help to ease the loss, just know that you are very close in every thoughts and prayers. Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories of Julie to forever hold in your hearts.

With caring thoughts and my prayers are with you,

Jo Ann Cosovic
Sarnoff and Baccash

Jo Ann Cosovic

April 2, 2013

Dear Mr. Baccash, Laura, Jonathan, Mary and family,

My heart goes out to you and your family during this difficult time. I was so sadden to hear the passing of your wife and mother, Julie over the weekend. I know that this has been a long and painful battle for her and also for everyone who loved her, but believe in knowing that your wife and mother, Julie is at peace now, and is no longer suffering is a blessing. Just remember she will always be in your hearts and memories forever. I will always have good memories of Julie and will never forget how she was a wonderful and beautiful person. I will never forget the times when Julie would call the office or stop by the office, we would talk and joke around and especially laugh together when Mr. Baccash always thought we were up to something. I will always remember her smile and laughter. I will never forget her, but I will miss her dearly. Although no words can really help to ease the loss, just know that you are very close in every thoughts and prayers. Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories of Julie to forever hold in your hearts.
With caring thoughts and always in my prayers,

Jo Ann Cosovic
Sarnoff and Baccash

April 2, 2013

My deepest condolences to your family -- thoughts and prayers to you all.

Henry Heisler

April 2, 2013

Michael, Sosorry to have read about your loss. Pleasse accept my condolences and hope for the future. If Julia was anything like you she was a very good person.

Fred Chaimson

April 2, 2013

Dear Mike and family, We were so blessed to have our lives cross paths with Julie. We learned so much from her compassion and the way she lived her life. Her strength of spirit and her unconditional love will live on in all of you. She was so proud of her family. Each of you are a reflection of her and I know she is smiling down on all of us right now and probably singing something! She is in our thoughts, our prayers, and our hearts forever. May your love for each other and the support of your family and friends guide you through this most difficult time.
Much love,
Dan and Cathy McMahon

April 2, 2013

Michael and Family,

I am sorry for the loss of your Wife and Mom. God needs the help of his Angel Julie in Heaven, and I hope the love of family and friends can carry you through.

Sincerely,
Bobbie O'Neil-Kenny
Biller @ Sarnoff & Baccash

Bobbie O'Neil-Kenny

April 2, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss. I know you loved Julia very much. Jon 5:28,29 gives us hope to one day see here again right here on earth in good condition. Oh what a happy day that will be.

Kathy

April 2, 2013

Dear Mike and family,

I am so very sorry. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Sem Sutter

April 1, 2013

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