Julia Rae (Julie) Dullum, age 89, peacefully left this world early Friday morning, July 28, 2017, after complications from a broken hip.
Julie was born in Ekalaka, Montana on October 28, 1927. She was the only child of Martha Loehding Strain and Ray Strain. She had 3 older half-brothers and a half-sister.
She graduated from Carter County High School and moved to Helena after passing the Merit system test and getting a job at Ft. Harrison. She met her future husband Fritz Dullum at a concert in Memorial Park and they were married on December 14, 1947. During their life together they had 5 children, 10 grandchildren, and 15 great-grandchildren.
She loved cooking for her family, traveling, and music. She played trombone in high school and piano for the VFW Ladies Auxiliary for many years. Also, she enjoyed playing cards, bowling, golfing, horses, and westerns. She worked at the Employment Security Commission until retiring at age 62.
Julie was preceded in death by her husband of 67 years, Fritz Dullum, her sister Lorena Meyers Long, her brothers Vernon Meyers, Marvin Meyers and Delbert Meyers, her grandson Darrel Dullum, and her granddaughter Marissa K. Dullum Hartford.
Julie is survived by her children Jerry (Carol) Dullum, June (Loren) Jacobson, Irene (Craig) Hoyt, Carol (Alan) Lizotte and Don (Pam) Dullum.
Following Julie’s wishes there will be a private family ceremony. Memorials may be made to the VFW Ladies Auxiliary Post 10010, PO Box 183, East Helena, MT 59635 or St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, 512 Logan St, Helena, MT 59601.
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Inez Slayman says
My heartfelt prayers and thoughts to Julie’s family. My heart goes out to Jerry and Carol and their kids, and the rest of the family at this difficult time. My memories of Julie began at the bowling alley, where she would be with Fritz on league night. She was quiet but so friendly. Take care .
Joan Eaton says
I worked with Julie at the Dept. of Labor and after we were both retired, we got together for lunch every month or so with a group of other ladies who had also worked at the office. Julie was always so kind and nice. We missed her at the luncheons. Our thoughts and prayers to Julie’s family. May she rest in peace with Fritz.
Darlene & Dennis Abeyta says
Julie was a special lady. She has a great family. We’ve known the Dullams since 1968. I met them when I worked at Gerties Drive in. We are sorry for your loss, our loving prayers goes out to all the family. We visited their home on Highland for a BBQ and yard darts with our little girls . What a warm and welcoming family.
Marvin St Clair says
So sorry for your loss. Julie and Fritz were good friends of my parents many years ago. Both were beautiful people inside and out. Having moved to Alaska 33 yrs ago we’ve lost contact with a lot of the folks there in Helena and East Helena. We may live up here but our hearts will always be there. Rest in peace Mrs. Dullum.
Vicki Wilham says
I am so sorry Julie’s passing. She was a wonderful lady. I remember many dinners that she and Fritz put together for their family and I was blessed to be invited. My thoughts and prayers go out to all the family. God Bless you all.
Betty Carroll says
To all of Julie’s family, we are so saddened to hear of Julie’s passing..our condolences to all of her family. We have very fond memories of her; we so enjoyed her visits when she came to the ranch. Her family was her pride & joy..when we visited on the phone she would tell me about each one. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you..may your memories of good times shared bring comfort to you in the days ahead.
Dana Hillyer says
My thoughts and prayers to Jerry, June, Irene and Carol and their husbands and children. I was honored to have been involved in Julie’s care. She was a very special lady and I will miss her.