Julie Beth Crane Clark, 62, of Middlefield, went to dance with Jesus on Saturday, December 8, 2018, peacefully at her home.
Julie was born on March 9, 1956 to Richard and Margaret (Hobson) Crane. She was a James A. Garfield graduate and received her Associates Degree in Nursing through Akron General Hospital. She was the first nurse in the Radiology Department at Robinson Memorial Hospital where she spent most of her career. She believed nursing was her calling in life and she considered it a gift to care for others.
Julie loved the Lord! She loved spending time with her family and friends. She was very active in her church, enjoyed reading, writing, gardening, leading and participating in Bible Studies. She served as Lay Leader through the Methodist Church, camp nurse through Lakeside Institute and helped with Arts Alive Camps. She had a passion for serving others and for showing love to those around her.
Julie was preceded in death by both of her parents. She is survived by her daughters Carrie (Todd) Barcikowski of Parkman, OH and Sarita (Ryan) Slone of Southington, OH, her grandchildren, Kannon, Julianna, Jaxon and Lyla Joanne, sister Sally (Dale Wynns) Crane of Kent, OH, and many friends who became family.
Calling hours will be held on Thursday, December 13, 2018 from 4:00 – 7:00. A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, December 14, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. All services will be held at the Windham United Methodist Church.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Windham United Methodist Church at 9051 N Main St, Windham, OH 44288 or The Children’s Advocacy Center of Portage County at 6847 N. Chestnut St, Ravenna, OH 44266. Russell-Sly Family Funeral Home in Middlefield assisted family with arrangements. Memories and condolences may be shared at www.russellslyfh.com
