Peacefully, surrounded by loving family, on Saturday, March 9, 2024, at Bluewater Health, Julie Smith passed away at the age of 64. Julie was loved and cared for by her late husband Terry Wellington (2023). She will be deeply missed by her step-daughters Tara, Daina and Tamerra, cousins Bob (Patrice) and Jeannie, neighbours, all those who called her “Grandma Julie”, brother Steve Smith (Diviana) and brother-in-law Bill Oliver. Also predeceased by her parents Lyall and Etta Smith, and sister Catherine Oliver. Julie graduated from the University of Windsor with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. She had various jobs over the years, after which she began volunteering in the community and caring for her parents. Julie loved reading, and spent many hours at the Lambton Public Library. She also enjoyed spending time outside, especially in the sun with a cup of coffee. Her fondness for the outdoors began early at her family cottage in Lambton County. Julie and Terry loved living in the country with their dogs Etta, Pippen and Harley. They enjoyed practical jokes and having fun with one another. Julie was an amazing cook, and always had a box of treats out. She would take her time in the kitchen, listening to music, and the meals were always worth the wait. Julie will be remembered as a bright, charismatic, kind hearted and caring woman. A special thank you to the staff at Twin Lakes Terrace and Bluewater Health for their compassionate care. Cremation has taken place. A celebration of Julie’s life will be held at Smith Funeral Home, 1576 London Line, Sarnia, on Friday, March 15, 2024 from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. Sympathy may be expressed through donations to C.M.H.A. (cheques only at the funeral home please).