Julie J. Voda

Julie J. Voda, 62, of Phillips, passed away suddenly on July 20, 2022, at the Aspirus Medford Hospital. Julie was born on July 1, 1960, in Iron Mountain, MI, to Fernley and Gertrude (Osieczonek) Gray.
Julie attended Phillips High School, NTC (when it was NITC), Superior/Duluth School of Fashion (a few semesters), and Fox Valley Tech School for truck driving.
Julie and her husband enjoyed travel and adventure such as living in Medford running the theater, over-the-road team trucking, and owning The Crystal Cafe. She also worked at NTC (Phillips), Blount, Inc, Taylor County Courthouse, and Marquip.
Julie grew up in Iron Mountain, MI, and moved to Phillips when she was a freshman in high school. She has lived in Phillips, Woodruff, Westboro, and Medford to name a few.
Julie is survived by her sons, Jeremy (Jenny) and Justin (Amanda); grandchildren, Nicolas, Lyla, and Tessa; sister, Robyn (Charlie) Fromolz; nieces, Brenda (Gene Jr), Nicole (Josh); lifelong honorary sister, Bonnie Hilgart; and special friend, Dave Rhyner.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Robert, and parents.
A Celebration of Life will be held from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, September 24, 2022, at the Elk Lake Pavillion, 585 County Rd W H, Phillips, WI 54555.
Anyone that knew her would say she was one of the most kindhearted, upbeat, and lovable person you have ever met. She will be truly missed by her family and friends.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Julie’s memory can be made to Catkins Animal Rescue, Inc, PO Box 28, Fifield, WI 54524.
Heindl-Nimsgern Funeral Home is assisting the family.