BORN

1959

DIED

2017

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Foley Funeral Home

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Keene, New Hampshire

Julie Willette Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Sep. 13, 2017.

Julie Ann (Fitz-Simon) Willette, 58, a resident of Swanzey, passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, Sept. 12, 2017, with her loved ones by her side, after a courageous battle with breast cancer.

She was born May 29, 1959, in Keene, the daughter of the late James E. Fitz-Simon Sr. and Arlene (Ortega) Fitz-Simon. She was a 1977 graduate of Keene High School and went on to earn her degree from Franklin Pierce University in accounting.

She was a very hard-working person who was devoted to her family. She worked for The Main Street America Group (NGM) Insurance Co. as a supervisor for Financial Systems and Operations. She also was manager of Heidi's of New England and had worked at United Natural Foods in its retail division. She served on the Credit Committee for NGM Employees Federal Credit Union.

On June 28, 2012, she married her soulmate, William Scott Willette, in a family ceremony in Cape Coral, Fla., She enjoyed vacationing with her husband and friends and cruises with her mom and sister. She also loved boating, kayaking, walking, exercising, bowling and tending to her flowers.

She is survived by her husband, William Scott Willette of Swanzey; and two sons, Jeffrey Russell of Keene and Jason Russell of Vero Beach, Fla.; and two stepdaughters, Hanna Willette of Concord and Ciana Willette of Harrisville; her mother, Arlene (Ortega) Fitz-Simon of Keene; two brothers, James Fitz-Simon Jr. and his wife, Cheryl, of Cocoa, Fla., and Eddie Fitz-Simon Sr. and his wife, Heather, of Keene; and her sister, Judi Sievers Mills of Jackson Tenn.; and several nieces and nephews, and many wonderful friends. She is predeceased by her father, James E. Fitz-Simon Sr.

A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, Sept. 16, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Margaret Mary Church, Arch Street, Keene.

Family and friends are invited to call on the family on Saturday morning from 9 to 10 a.m. at the Foley Funeral Home, 49 Court St., Keene.

Burial will be at Monadnock View Cemetery on Park Avenue.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Dana-Farber Cancer Research, www.danafarbergiving.org.

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September 27, 2017

Lorraine Goodell

So sorry to hear of Julie's passing. Such a wonderful person to have worked with at Markem. Always smiling and such a great friend. She will surely be missed by so many. Prayers for her family and friends.

September 21, 2017

Dan Zwynenburg

Arlene, Scott an Family. Our Deepest Sympathy
Goes out to you. Julie will always be remembered with her great Smile.
Dan, Mel Zwynenburg and the Jays Hallmark
Team

September 19, 2017

Arlene,
So sorry to hear of your loss. Our deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family

Jim & Nancie Belden

September 16, 2017

Our Deepest Sympathy,Love,and Prayers,go out to Aunt Arlene,Jim,Judy,Ed,and families.Scott and Family.God Bless Julie,may she rest in peace,with a smile.!! Love,Tom,Kathi Ann,Jill,Susan,and our Families.

September 16, 2017

Sue Wanlass

My heart goes out to you, Arlene, as well as to the rest of the family. May God give you the strength you'll need during your time of grief.

September 15, 2017

Rose and Walt Kowaliw

Our deepest sympathy, love and prayers to Scott and family for their loss.

Rose, Walt Kowaliw and Family

September 15, 2017

Maryann Lauterbach

So sorry to hear of Julie's passing. Julie and I worked at Markem and at Cheshire Medical Center for a short period. She was always a positive person and fun to work with.
Maryann Child Lauterbach (Spofford, NH)

September 15, 2017

LeeAnn VanParys

I am so sorry for your loss, I worked with Julie remotely at MSAA, and she was always so helpful, and willing to go above and beyond in her role, she was a joy to work with. I wish you all comfort and peace at this time.

September 14, 2017

Stephanie Milotte

So sorry to hear of your passing. Though I didn't know you well, we had a few laughs over things we worked on together at MSA. You are missed by many. May you find mountains to climb and beaches to dip your toes in.

September 14, 2017

Judith Fitz-Simon

I will always remember and love Julie's beautiful and loving smile, her lady-like laugh, her caring ways with family and friends. She accomplished a lot in her short life. She was truly a gift. Love, Aunt Judy.

September 14, 2017

Debby & Walter Mess

Our deepest sympathy to Scott and to all of Julie's family and her many friends for their great loss. Julie was an exceptional person. Loving, brave, intelligent, funny. A wonderful friend. Never to be forgotten.

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