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Julie Ann (Postello) Rice

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Julie Ann Rice (née Postello), 56, of Saint Joseph, MI passed away peacefully on December 16, 2020 at her home with her family by her side.

Julie was born in Saint Joseph on March 11, 1964 to James and Barbara Postello. She graduated from Decatur High School and continued her education at Southwestern Michigan College and Kalamazoo Valley Community College. Julie was a long-time resident of Paw Paw, MI spending much of her time organizing community events for the PTO and Paw Paw Athletic Boosters.

After moving back to Saint Joseph, Julie actively volunteered for many local breast cancer fundraising events, was a member of the SWM Blossomland Pirates Parrot Head Club and enjoyed spending her final years living near Lake Michigan where she loved walking the beach collecting beach glass and rocks for her many craft projects. Julie loved to garden, spending hours with her flowers and fished whenever she had the opportunity.

Julie is survived by her two children, Anthony Harvey and Mackenzy Rice of Paw Paw, MI; and her siblings, Daniel (Jen) Postello, Shelia (David) Dragomir, Tracy Postello and Kevin Postello.

Julie will be deeply missed by all who have known her. Memorial donations may be given to Marie Yeager Cancer Center and Caring Circle of Lakeland.

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  1. Anand K

    December 22, 2020 at 7:58 pm

    Very sad to see her go. Sincere condolences and prayers.

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  2. David Cole (cousin)

    December 23, 2020 at 5:11 pm

    I am gonna miss your love for life we shared together cuz! The moments we have laughing, singing, dancing will be permanently etched into my heart! Love ya cuz!

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  3. Judy Butcher

    December 23, 2020 at 6:23 pm

    Julie blue eyes, how much you will be missed. What a sweet lady. Prayers for her family at this difficult time.

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  4. Toney Simpkins & Andrew Sonnevil

    December 23, 2020 at 7:04 pm

    Thinking of you all during this time. Sending many thoughts and prayers your way. Rest in heaven Julie. ❤️

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  5. Brenda (French)Smith

    December 23, 2020 at 8:48 pm

    I’m so sorry to hear this my prayers to all she was a great person ive had the privilege to work with her she is a special lady she will be missed

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  6. Barbara Postelli Abbott

    December 23, 2020 at 11:32 pm

    I am Barbara Postelli Abbott, first cousin to Julie’s father Jim.

    Julie was a classy and beautiful, inside and out, person. She always represented Jim’s family at gatherings & funerals when no one else could attend. She was sincere and always had a smile.
    You have my deepest sympathies. The world has lost a real beauty.
    May God bless her children and siblings and help them with their healing.

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  7. Anthony Lamar

    December 23, 2020 at 11:36 pm

    Julie was such a kind hearted person and touched everyone she came into contact with. My prayers go out to her family. She will be truly missed.

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  8. shannon l halferty

    December 26, 2020 at 12:34 am

    I am so sorry for your loss having grown up with her knowing how much of a wonderful person she was she will be sorely missed . So many memories!

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  9. Jacquie S Reed

    December 27, 2020 at 12:41 pm

    I am truly sorry for the family’s loss. I pray you find comfort with shared memories of her love, beauty, laughter, strength, no b.s. attitude and above all… her love for each and every one of you. 🙏💔♥️

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  10. Wendy Hopkins

    December 27, 2020 at 1:02 pm

    My condolences to Julie’s children and family. Julie made the room light up with her beautiful smile and Blue eyes. Heaven gained an Angel.
    Rest In Peace and dance away Julie. ❤️

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  11. Cari Richmond

    December 27, 2020 at 1:38 pm

    Julie was always so much fun to be around. I loved her spirit and her energy. She always made me smile or laugh. She will truly be missed Condolences to the entire family.

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  12. Lisa Carlson

    December 27, 2020 at 1:41 pm

    The world lost a beautiful soul! She was always so filled with laughter, love of life, and a joyful spirit! I have many fun memories with her when we were young! My sincere sympathy to all her family! Heaven surely gained a beautiful angel!

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  13. Tamera Burch

    December 28, 2020 at 2:15 pm

    Heaven gained a truly special angel… Julie was a Great friend, one you can not see for years then strike up a conversation like you had seen her yesterday. My heart hurts for the family. Julie was LOVED by so many people and will be missed 💞💔💞

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  14. David Thomas

    December 28, 2020 at 11:58 pm

    Julie is so loved by so many. Julie loved life and everyone she came in contact with. She will be forever in my heart and missed by me.

    See you on the other side, Julie.

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