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Julie was born on August 28, 1959 in Corunna, Michigan. She was the daughter of Harold Ralph and Audrey Marie (Gerhardstein) Green and was raised in Bryon, Michigan.
She was an active member of the Escanaba Eagles Club.
Among survivors include her son, Edward (Crystal) Gray of Escanaba; grandchildren, Brandon Gray, Erik Gray, and Melissa Hader; two great-grandchildren; brother, Jerry (Mary) Green-Lennon; nieces, Mindy and Tara; and nephew, Troy.
Along with her parents, Julia is preceded in death by family Edward E. Gray, George "Chip" Houghton, Walter Smith, and Ben Thompson.
A celebration of life will take place at the Fraternal Order of Eagles in Escanaba, Tuesday, July 15th from 4 – 6 PM.
In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests that any memorials to be directed to assist with funeral expenses. A donation can be made by visiting www.crawfordfuneralhomes.net and using the Tribute Fund Tab.
Messages of condolence can be directed to the family at www.crawfordfuneralhomes.net. The Crawford Funeral Homes are assisting the family with arrangements.
To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Julia "Julie", please visit our floral store. If you would like to make a donation in memory of Julia "Julie" A. Smith, please visit the Tribute Fund.
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