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In Loving Memory of Julia

You are warmly invited to join us in honoring and remembering Julia.

Memorial Service
Saturday, August 1, 2026
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Seabeck Conference Center
13395 Lagoon Dr NW
Seabeck, WA 98380

Service Location: Salmon Bake Beach (just across the street from the conference center)

Please note: seating will be limited. We invite you to bring a blanket or lawn chair for seating on the grass by the seaside.

Following the service, you are invited to gather with us at Scenic Beach State Park
9565 Scenic Beach Rd NW
Seabeck, WA 98380

3:00 PM – 5:00 PM

We welcome you to come together in community to share memories and celebrate Julia’s life. This service and gathering will be held in conjunction with Alena’s memorial, and the reception at the park will be shared.

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Update from April 20, 2026

In Loving Memory of Julia

You are warmly invited to join us in honoring and remembering Julia.

Memorial Service
Saturday, August 1, 2026
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Seabeck Conference Center
13395 Lagoon Dr NW
Seabeck, WA 98380

Service Location: Salmon Bake Beach (just across the street from the conference center)

Please note: seating will be limited. We invite you to bring a blanket or lawn chair for seating on the grass by the seaside.

Following the service, you are invited to gather with us at Scenic Beach State Park
9565 Scenic Beach Rd NW
Seabeck, WA 98380

3:00 PM – 5:00 PM

We welcome you to come together in community to share memories and celebrate Julia’s life. This service and gathering will be held in conjunction with Alena’s memorial, and the reception at the park will be shared.

Obituary

Julia Ray Nelson Gilmer, born April 14, 1958, passed away on March 29, 2025, at her home. She was 66 years old.

Born to Elinor Braarud and Raymond Nelson, Julia lived a life full of adventure, creativity, and love. She was preceded in death by her parents and her dear sisters, Heidi Goshorn and Nelda Lindell. She is survived by her brothers, Andy Pierce and Joshua Braarud, who will hold her memory close to their …

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Thinking of the early years when you and I were bff and the world was wide open <3
Thinking of the early years when you and I were bff and the world was wide open <3
Thinking of the early years when you and I were bff and the worl…
I was 13 when I met Julia. She and my brother welcomed me into their home for the weekend. She made her delicious puff…
I was 13 when I met Julia. She and my brother welcomed me into their home for the weekend. She mad…
I was 13 when I met Julia. She and my brother welcomed me into …

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Born

April 14th, 1958
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Passed away

March 29th, 2025
Seattle, WA

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