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1926
2014
Julia Margaret O'Neill Stockbridge, 87 of Memphis, TN died from cancer on January 12, 2014 at her home. Daughter of Michael and Agnes O'Neill, Julia was born in Memphis, TN March 11, 1926. She was preceded in death by her sisters Agnes and Johanna O'Neill, Ellen Heinrich and her brother William (Bud) O'Neill. She graduated from Catholic High School in Memphis, TN. Julia was a member of St. John's Catholic Church, Legion of Mary and the Ladies of Charity. Julia married Willard Carter Stockbridge on January 28, 1950. Some of her favorite things were family gatherings, talking on the phone, watching game shows, football, basketball and going to the casino. She was a prayer warrior, praying the rosary daily and always praying for family and friends. She survived breast cancer and nonhodgkins lymphoma. Her greatest loss was the accidental death of her son, John Joseph Stockbridge, Sr.
She is survived by her husband, Willard Stockbridge, her son Robert Stockbridge and his wife Kathy of Olive Branch, MS, Raymond Stockbridge of Memphis, TN, daughters Mary Ann Hood of Horn Lake, MS and Joan Stockbridge of Byhalia, MS. Her grandchildren, Kevin and Karyn Stockbridge, Jennifer Sharpe, John Stockbridge, Jr., Lori Moore, Christoper and John Harris, Kelly O'Neal, and Jessica Smith. Her great grandchildren, Abigail Stockbridge, Brighton Sharpe, John Joseph Stockbridge III, Nicholas, Christopher, Sarah and Ethan Moore, Leeam and Aiden Harris, Matthew McWhirter, Andrew, Lucas, Nathan and Zachary O' Neal, Julia, Thomas and Charlie Smith. Her nephews Carl and Michael Heinrich.
Visitation will be Tuesday January 14th, at Family Funeral Care, 4925 Summer Avenue from 5-8 pm with a rosary at 7:30 pm. Mass will be on Wednesday January 15th , St. John's Catholic Church, 2742 Lamar Avenue, 11 am with burial at Calvary.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations to your favorite charity.
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Sponsored by Family Funeral Care Memphis.
January 21, 2014
But after you have suffered a little while, the God of all undeserved kindness who called you to His everlasting glory in union with Christ Jesus. will Himself finish your training. He will make you firm, He will make you strong, He will firmly ground you.
January 14, 2014
Steve and Angie Cianciola
We are so sorry for your loss.
January 14, 2014
Brenda Rakestraw
May God's perpetual light shine upon you, Julia. Please pray for us who are left in this valley of tears.
January 14, 2014
Brenda Rakestraw
Dearest Willard and family.
My sincerest sympathy and prayers to you.
Julia was the perfect example of love. She inspired and taught me the beauty of our Catholic faith.
Her eyes were always sparkling and her enthusiasm was contagious.
I loved her like a mother. She was my Catholic mother, always making sure I went to confession. She taught me how to visit the sick and be a good Legion of Mary member.
I was in awe of her energy, her love for our Blessed Mother, and Lord, Jesus Christ.
My prayers and heart go out for you and Julia.
I cannot wait to see her again at the banquet table with our Lord. I hope she saves me a seat right next to her.
I miss her already. She was such a beacon of light, to guide you to find your way home.
My deepest and sincerest sympathies and prayers go out to you all.
Brenda Horn Rakestraw
January 14, 2014
My thoughts, prayers, love and sympathy are with the entire Stockbridge family. May you be surrounded by many wonderful memories as you continue to keep her legacy alive. Eternal rest grant unto her oh Lord and let perpetual light shine upon her. May her soul rest in peace. Amen.
Karen Lewis Bobbitt
January 13, 2014
Michael Perfetti
January 14, 2014
The Staff of Family Funeral Care Summer Avenue Chapel
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
January 13, 2014
Willard&Family
So sorry for our loss
In my prayers during this most difficult time
Love Terry Ramos &!Family
January 13, 2014
Tommy Schingle
Peace be with you all.
January 13, 2014
Joan and family; I'm so sorry about the loss of your Mom. My heartfelt prayers are with you.
Love You,
Sherron
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