Write a commentJulie M. Skorupski, age 89, passed away at St. Luke Health Services on June 18, 2014.
Born on February 2, 1925 in Oswego, NY to Paul and Anna (Jebas) Skorupski, Julie attended St. Paul's Academy and graduated from the Oswego High School. She was a life-long resident of Oswego. She worked at Brenemans and was later employed with the Oswego City School District until her retirement. Julie was a member of St. Stephen's Church and was devoted to her faith. Since 1954, she volunteered at their annual festival selling raffle tickets. She was a proud Charter Member of Hallmark and enthusiast of the Charles Schwartz Peanuts. Julie traveled to Utica and Boston to pursue her passion of Polka. She was also a longtime member of the PLAV. She will be especially remembered for her kindness and as Aunt Julie to everyone. Her cute laugh and friendly smile will be greatly missed.
Survivors include her nephew Richard Henderson, niece Kathleen Vibbert, great-nephews Robert Henderson and Robert McCarthy, Jr., and great-nieces Lisa Williams, Lori Henderson, and Lynn Henderson.
Julie was preceded by two sisters Rose Henderson and Ida Harmon, two brothers Leonard and Bolie Skorupski, and one great-niece Karen Henderson.
Funeral services will be held at 9am on Monday, June 23 at St. Stephen's Church.
Burial will be at St. Peter's Cemetery.
Calling hours are on Sunday, June 22 from 3pm-5pm at the Dowdle Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Stephen's Church, 138 Niagara St, Oswego, NY 13126.
The family would like to thank St. Luke Health Services, Oswego Hospital, Gentiva, Office of the Aging, and OCO Meals on Wheels for their help and support.
