Approximately 30+ years ago we were neighbours.I was a fresh young teen mum not knowing much about life and the world. Jules took me to self defence classes and introduced me to Women's empowerment which has remained with me to this day. I knew you to be a strong independent dedicated Mum and daughter.To Renee,bliss and family my sincere condolences. To Jules you will be missed by many.

Julie you were like a second mum to me. I have the fondest memories of your care, kindness and support. Sending love and light to Bliss, Renee and the kids. Rest in power and peace xx

Julie I was shocked and saddened to hear of your passing. I have many many memories of you over the years, but I think what stands out the most is how much you shone when you became a Nan! The love you had for your Grandies was limitless. May you rest in Paradise, back with several of your friends from work we also lost far to soon. My love and condolences to your family, Friends and MH Colleagues xx

Your integrity and courage will never be forgotten. Deepest condolences to all family of such a beautiful spirit. .

Deep condolences to Renee and Bliss and their families. My first memories of meeting Jules are back more than 30 years ago, in the days of the Women’s Centre in Invercargill and Take Back the Night Marches. Then the many years of working together in the Women’s Self Defence Network. Julie’s dedication and hard work towards setting up the Girls Self Defence Project, and her wonderful work both as a self defence teacher and doing the admin. They were great years of working together. Memories of times in Jules’ beautiful cottage garden in Ward St, years ago. And, always throughout all the years, her absolute love for and pride in her girls. In strength and love, Alison

Rest easy Jules. I've had so many laughs and chats with you over the years (and quick exits out of the office when we were office buddies, sometimes you would give me a heads up first, ha ha). You're one of the kindest people I know. Your gap in the building and whole service will be humongously massive! You are like an encyclopaedia of knowledge that supports all the clients and family you meet in a very special way. Thank you for your support and kindness over the years. Especially with Reuben xo You know I would be there to send you off if I could tomorrow. I'll be there in spirit for sure. My thoughts are very much with your family who I feel like I know because you talked about them so much but I only met a few of them over the years. xoxo

Jules I am so lost for words. I cannot express how much I have enjoyed really getting to know you. Love that we shared a passion for second hand shopping. Thanks for always being you and for all the wisdom you shard with me. You will be truly missed by us all. Love and aroha to your whanau xx Rest In love dear friend 💞

Julie I want to thank you for your endless ear, your wisdom and of course sharing your sense of fashion. I love that we enjoyed the simple joy of second hand shopping. I will miss our bargain hunting stories for sure. You sure will be a huge loss in and around the office 😢😭 massive shoes to fill in that role. As I told the boss recently, you are the Oracle 💯💖 Love to your whanau at this time. Rest with the angels our friend 😇💞💖

My dear Jules, I'm still trying to comprehend that I'm never going to see your lovely face, hear your voice and laugh again, I'm going to miss our phone calls. You have been a great friend for over 30 years and everything you could ask in a friend, loyal, kind, supportive, understanding and funny. There are so many things that I admired about you, your love and pride of your family, your values, creativity and so much more. It's been hard watching you struggle with your health over the last few years and I hope you're finally at peace. Rest in love my beautiful friend ❤ Fiona

Sincere condolences to all. A very special lady who cared for many, and contributed to their quality of life in a compassionate and non judgemental way. Julie, I will miss our little catch ups in the op shops, and I thank you for your care and dedication with regard to my Mum when she was severely unwell. You made a difference to her quality of life when it really counted. There's a special place for you in Heaven my friend. Rest In Peace xxx.

Rest in peace my friend I’ll miss your smile you were a talented lady in all things you put your hand too I’ll visit you and our special places we visited together 🌸🌸

To Renee, Bliss and whanau. So blessed to have had an amazing mum, sister, grandma and friend. So heartbroken and sad to have lost Julie so young. A caring, loyal, strong, talented and salt of earth good woman. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Fiona Hayes

Renee, Bliss, Johnny and whanau, Sending my most heartfelt sympathy and wish you nothing but comfort and strength. Rest in peace Jules 🙏

Gosh Julie. Where do I start? Thank you for being the wonderful colleague you were to me over the last couple of decades. The shared laughs, the little talks about fashion, shoes and all things retro (something we both love with a passion). I loved hearing all your funny and whacky stories and stories about your grandkids. You were a fierce woman in every good sense of the word. A hard worker and someone who always fought for the underdog. It will not be the same without you in the next office. Sending much love to your family who I know you loved with all your heart. Rest in peace Jules.