Dear Julia From the first time I met you all those years ago in Nat West I knew we were in for some fun times. I loved your wicked sense of humour, your vibrant personality, caring nature and your unwavering support through good times and bad. Thank you for being a true friend, for the laughs and tears and prayers we shared together. Although this is such a sad time for your family, they must feel immensely proud of you as I know you were of them. They have always been your world and you would do anything to protect and keep them safe, just like a big cat, protecting her brood. With that in mind, leopard print will now always be a part of my wardrobe and I shall think fondly of you whenever I wear it. God Bless and keep you always.   …

I have tried to write a message so many times but there were so many memories to chose from that I just couldn’t decide which one to share with you! I started working at the College a few months before her and we soon become firm friends, despite working in different areas of the college. As many have already mentioned the passion she had for her job and every single student was an inspiration. Whenever I did something wrong, she had no problem telling me about it! She had a strong sense of justice and fairness; friendships weren’t going to get in the way of that. Equally, she was always the best shoulder to cry on when the world was getting tough. Compassionate, caring, thoughtful and endlesly cheerful – I’m really gonna miss that laugh! I have been incredibly blessed to have her in my life for the last 15 years. During lockdown we were talking about arranging a playdate so that Jaylah and Amish could play with my Faith and Gideon while we had a good chin-wag on the park bench. Being a mother and grandmother was undoubtedly her greatest love in life. We are so sorry for …

When contacting people that previously worked with Julia to tell them of her passing, we of course talked about how sad and shocked we all feel. But we also remembered her great spirit, her quirky personality and how much she cared for any students who had difficulties. We remembered how she made us laugh and how we enjoyed having a chat with her, putting the world to rights. We will always think of Julia when we see leopard print and anyone with a bow in their hair; she was one of a kind and we will miss her. May her spirit be at peace.       …

I have some very fond and treasured memories of Julia as a colleague but more importantly as a dear friend.  She always listened to you and offered the advice that was appropriate and borne from a wide range of life experiences.  Such a polite and caring person who always put others before herself and had the right words to support and engage with people.  I have been blessed and privileged to have known her and we would often talk about family and our woes and she would then share the gospel according to Julia.  Good or bad times, she just got on with it and it is our chats and her steadfast moral compass that I miss dearly.  God bless you Julia and your legacy remains in our hearts and minds…… …

What a character, what a women – you really will be truly missed, always up for a good giggle and party!  Forever fit to burst with pride for your children and grandchildren, with a photo always at hand. I’m sure your sassiness and fun loving will live on through them. You will be sorely missed, and never will I ever hear Usher or Rhianna and not think of you and bust a move. xxx …

  Julia you were a true character within the Registry team, extremely family orientated and proudly shared wonderful tales of your grandchildren. You will be sadly missed. May you rest in peace with your beloved Mac …

Julia was like sunshine on a dreary day. Always smiling, bright, kind, helpful and very supportive to all of us. I will miss seeing her around the college always smartly dressed and always wearing a pretty hair band. Sending prayers and comforting hugs, with deepest sympathy. Maureen xxx …

Julia, you will be deeply missed by all of us.   You had a unique approach to life and were so supportive to both myself and the department.  I am sure that you be looking over us and will still be identifting what we are doing wrong! …

I have worked with Julia for many years and I will miss her presence in the office. She had a very kind heart and loved her family very much especially her children and grandchildren. She was very proud of her children as I am sure they were of her. …