Julie Ann Wichman

Passed into Eternal Life on August 22, 2012, at the age of 48. Beloved wife of Joel Scott Herringa for 14 years. Loving daughter of the late John and Laura Lee Wichman. Daughter-in-law of Sam and the late Mary Herringa. Sweet sister of John Eric (Vera) Wichman and William (Melinda) Wichman. Sister-in-law of Jeff and Ryan (Katie) Herringa. Awesome aunt of Eric Michael, Sarah, Jonathon, Skyler, Haley, Landon, Rosemary, Libby, Ashley, Corey, Tiffany, Corbin. Niece of James (Roxie) Wichman. Cousin of James (Jessica) Wichman and Michelle (Sean) Wichman.Gathering at the Funeral Home on Sunday, September 9, from 11:00 AM – 3:45 PM. Celebration of Julie's life at 4:00 PM. There will be a potluck picnic after the cermony at nearby Greenfield Park, Shelter 3A for those who are interested. Burial at Circle Cemetery in Barneveld, WI. In lieu of flowers, memorials appreciated to 10th Sreet Theatre, Aurora VNA Zilber Family Hospice, MATC Foundation " Julie Wichman Memorial, Peace Action Center or Rails to Trails Conservancy.Julie was immensely full of light and love and laughter throughout her life, as attested to by the hundreds and hundreds of friends and family who have paid tribute to her. She was a creative spirit; as an avid reader, writer, editor and book coach she helped to nurture and broaden our horizons. She was deeply spiritual; her love embraced all faiths and and accepted everyone as they truly are without judgment.She was a woman of great strength whose social activism improved many lives in her community. She loved art in all its forms and could play almost any instrument and dance and sing beautifully.She loved the beauty of nature and was adventurous in exploring new frontiers. Before she began her journey on the path to the Great Beyond, she left the following words of comfort for those who would grieve her loss: "I can feel your prayers! Always. I feel really good for the first time since May. Happy. Physically fine too. I feel myself getting closer and closer to God every day. As if He is inside all of my cells. Not healing me but better. Purging every bit that is not pure spirit. I feel like every breath I'm able to get is a whole song. It's hard to describe."