Obituary

Julie A. Blaszak

Julie A. Blaszak, nee Maricich, age 61, of Elmhurst; Religious Education Administrative Assistant at Immaculate Conception Parish, former Office Manager at Mary Queen of Heaven Parish; beloved wife of Scott Edward; loving mother of Elizabeth Catherine and Scott Edward Jr. (Brenna); dear sister of John A. (Gloria) and the late Joseph A. (Lauren) Maricich and sister-in-law of Brian E. (Sharon) Blaszak; cherished daughter of the late Lucille, nee DiCianni and the late Robert Maricich.  Visitation Wednesday, August 7, 2024, 3:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and Thursday, August 8, 2024, 8:00 a.m. until time of prayers 9:00 a.m. at Gibbons Funeral Home, 134 South York Road, (½ mile North of Saint Charles Road), Elmhurst.  Mass of Christian Burial 9:30 a.m. at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. Interment Assumption Catholic Cemetery, Wheaton.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Immaculate Conception Parish, 134 Arthur Street, Elmhurst, IL 60126.  For funeral information please call 630-832-0018 or www.gibbonsfuneralhome.com

VISITATION

Thursday

Aug

8

8:00 a.m. until 9:00 a.m.
Gibbons Funeral Home
134 South York Road
Elmhurst, IL 60126

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VISITATION

Wednesday

Aug

7

3:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.
Gibbons Funeral Home
134 South York Road
Elmhurst, IL 60126

Click here to get directions

FUNERAL SERVICE

Thursday

Aug

8

9:30 a.m. at
Immaculate Conception Catholic Church
134 Arthur Street
Elmhurst, IL

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INTERMENT

Thursday

Aug

8

Following Mass
Assumption Catholic Cemetery
Wheaton, IL

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MEMORIAL CONTRIBUTIONS

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to

Immaculate Conception Parish, 134 Arthur Street, Elmhurst, IL 60126

22 comments

  • Josephine Bastianoni

    Julie, I will miss you so much. Thank you for your friendship and wisdom. May God hold you in His arms. Until we meet again. Love you!

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    • Scott

      Thank you Josephine for the beautiful thoughts

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  • Bill Coduto

    Scott, Lizzie, Scottie, I am so incredibly sorry for your loss. Julie was such a bright light, a loving wife, mom, and wonderful friend. She had a way of always making people feel comfortable, and she was the kind of person that enjoyed serving others. God has a new angel and so does everyone who knew and loved her. We have not seen each other in many years, but we spoke several times on the phone, especially when Lizzie was getting into Real Estate. I have had the great joy of getting to know Lizzie over the past few years. She has so many of her mother’s great attributes. May God bless all of you! Rest in peace my beautiful friend!! ❤️ Bill

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    • Scott

      Thank you Bill. Even with not seeing each other in a fair amount of time, she loved your friendship.

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  • Frank & Rita Rossignuolo

    Scott,
    Beautiful picture and smile! My mom and I were both shocked and saddened for Julie’s passing. We both were happy to have recently met her in person. We enjoyed the conversation we had with her and learning about the Italian side and roots of her family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Elizabeth and Scott Jr. May God Bless you all always!

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    • Scott

      Thank you Frank. She enjoyed that conversation also at my mom‘s funeral. Godspeed to both you and your mom and thank you for all the years of friendship.

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  • Frank & Rita Rossignuolo

    Scott,
    My mom and I were both shocked and saddened upon hearing of Julie’s passing. We enjoyed the last conversation we had with her and learning about the Italian side and roots of her family. My mom and I love this beautiful picture of Julie and her beautiful smile. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Elizabeth and Scott Jr. May God Bless you all always

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  • Lauriann Chilla

    Scott, I am do heart broken inside for you. Julie and I have bn friends since childhood. Please know that you are in my prayers. She is now your angel. Please reach out to me, even if it is only to talk. Much love to you

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    • Scott

      Thank you, Lauriann. Yes, I remember what good friends you and Julie were. Thank you for all your kind thoughts. She truly is an angel in heaven.

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  • Christa Harnisch

    Oh Dear family of our sister -in- Christ Julie , a faithful servant in Gods work and church as well as a loving mother and wife.. we grieve your loss with you .She will never be forgotten. Praying for your strength In This difficult time. Our deepest condolences on your loss.

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    • Scott

      Thank you very much Christa for your kind words.
      Julie was/is a child of Grace and I will miss her because of that. I take comfort and knowing she’s in heaven and so will Scott and Elizabeth. It is just so hard now to not have her by my side after all these years. I am so happy she is free from her pain and is in a better place, Heaven.

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  • Sr.Mary Francis

    My deepest sympathy to Julie’s husband, Scott and her children; Elizabeth and Scott jr. Know you are being remembered in special prayer .Thanks for sharing your mom with us. Julie contributed much to making our Religious Education Program an organized and faith-filled experience. She will be sorely missed. May you find comfort in the memories you hold dear and hope in the promise of our faith.
    May Julie rest in peace

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    • Scott

      Thank you very much Sister Mary Francis for your very kind words. Julie loved working with everyone Religious Ed And always felt like it was her ministry.

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  • Mary Egert

    I am so sorry for your tremendous loss. I remember Julie’s beautiful smile and her caring nature. You’re all in my thoughts & prayers.

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    • Scott

      Thank you, Mary for your kind thoughts.

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  • Patti Walsh

    This picture is so perfect as you can see Julie’s light shining bright. I volunteered with the IC RE program and her caring and helpful nature was always on display. I remember the joy and love she expressed when talking about her family. May she rest in peace.

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    • Scott

      Thank you for sharing your story Patti.

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  • Michael Blair

    Scott,
    I am so sorry to hear about Julie. I know we haven’t crossed paths in quite awhile, but when we did, there was always a few laughs. My deepest condolences to you and your family. She will surely be missed.

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    • Scott

      Thank you, Michael for taking the time to drop a note. Yes we all had some really good times around the Kountz house. I will deeply miss her. Believe it or not we have been together officially without a break since 1979, 45 years.

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  • Cheryl A. Camp

    Oh wow so sorry to hear this news. Julie and I raised our kids together! Scotty and Adam met in preschool and Lizzie was always a good sport hanging out with Ryan. And of course I remember taking care of Tigre Migre Booboo Bear! Sending you all the strength to proceed with your memories of an amazing mom and wife. My thoughts are with you.

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    • Scott

      Cheryl, thank you very much for taking the time to write this note as well as bringing up some fond memories. Hope all is well with your family.

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  • Pete Ladowski

    Scott – So sorry to hear about Julie’s passing. The Blaszak & Maricich families were special people with whom I hold some great memories. May she rest in peace.

    Pete Ladowski

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