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Julia Temme Obituary


JULIA NICKOLENA TEMME
December 6, 1919 ~ July 31, 2017

Julia Nickolena Temme was born on December 6, 1919, in Cosmopolis, Washington, to John and Ivanica (Kursar) Kapitanovich. She passed away peacefully after a brief illness on July 31, 2017, in Vancouver, Washington. Julia's family moved to east Vancouver (Burton Road area) in 1920 and she lived most of her life in Clark County, with a few years spent in Oregon and northern Washington while her husband worked in the construction industry.
Julia lived a very active life, full of adventure and personal accomplishments. She was a yell leader at Union High School and played on a variety of girls sports teams at a time when it wasn't the popular thing for girls to do. Julia was a proud team member of the girls' basketball, softball, and volleyball teams and continued on with softball after graduating from high school. She also learned to ski and golf and with her love of continued learning, she independently took flying lessons, but never completed the requirement to obtain her pilot's license.
When the men were away fighting during World War II, Julia was recruited to play on a "League of Our Own" women's softball team. She made the difficult decision to work for the war effort at home as a welder in the Kaiser Shipyards rather than to participate in the unique woman's league. During this time, she learned to ride a motorcycle as a result of the gas rationing. Before the birth of her first child she gave up riding motorcycles, but always loved the thought of exploring the country on a motorcycle again. Julia was a Cub Scout leader for her sons and coached her daughter's volleyball and basketball teams in grade school. Little did she know, that during her 17 year tenure as a school bus driver in Ridgefield, Vancouver, and Burlington, how much of an impact she would have on the lives of the children who rode her bus.
As she continued with her competitive spirit, she won bus driver competitions for her skill in driving buses. Julia was also an accomplished seamstress and carpenter. She and her husband built two cabins and four houses together. Her curiosity for the ways things worked and her desire to create and build something new, helped to fulfill her desire of lifelong learning. The family financial advisor once commented that he thought she was the smartest person he had ever met.
Julia loved people and she loved helping others. You would always see her including everyone at parties and would bring joy, comfort, caring, and a welcoming spirit to everyone she met. One of her favorite quotes was "Be kind to everyone; you never know what struggles someone is facing."
It is said that in the end it isn't the accomplishments people remember most about you, but how you make them feel. Julia always accepted people for who they were and showed an abundance of compassion and love to all she met. Little did she know she would always leave people with a little bit of her compassion and her undying perseverance.
Julia married George A. Temme, Sr. on February 7, 1942. They enjoyed 75 years of marriage and traveled the world together. They traveled to Europe, China, Australia, New Zealand, and Central America, and over much of the United States and Canada. They gave each of their children a desire to explore the world. Julia made friends wherever she went and wherever they lived.
Julia is survived by her husband, George; and her children, George Jr., Steve (Barbara), Anita, Julie Mettler (John), and Gregory/Pete (Tanya). Also surviving her are nine grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews; sister-in-law, Elizabeth Sork; and brother-in-law, Roger Haldeman.
Julia was preceded in death by her parents; her son, John; grandson, Ramon Temme; great-granddaughter, Haley Mettler; her brothers, Anthony and George Kapitanovich; and sisters, Helen Stolle and Rose Haldeman.
A funeral Mass for Julia will be held on Tuesday, August 8, 2017, at Saint Joseph Catholic Church, 400 S. Andresen Road, Vancouver, WA, 98661, at 11:00 a.m. A rosary will be prayed starting at 10:00 a.m. A lunch will be provided after the service. Interment will follow at Mother Joseph Cemetery, 1401 E. 29th Street, Vancouver, WA 98663 at 1:30 p.m. The family is requesting attendees wear red or pink (her favorite colors) or Hawaiian shirts to help celebrate her life.
Hamilton-Mylan Funeral Home is in charge of Julia's arrangements.
Please sign her guest book at: www.columbian.com/obits.

Published by The Columbian on Aug. 4, 2017.
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Aunt Julia will always be remembered by me for her great big kind heart, a very special lady. Our condolences.

Jim and Barbara Hansen

August 19, 2017

I love you momma. I will never forget you and the wonderful parenting advice you gave me. I will cherish every moment of watching Abi grow. When she is old enough I will show her the pictures of you and poppa holding her and tell her all the wonderful things I can remember. Fly high beautiful soul, you will be missed ❤❤

Heather Perry

August 10, 2017

I was blessed enough to work with Julia and George for over a year. They gave me advice and made me smile through my pregnancy, and always welcomed me and my daughter with open arms.

It saddens my heart that mama Julia is home in Heaven, but at the same time my heart is filled with love and joy that I was able to be considered family. I will always remember the advice she gave me and cherish the pictures of her holding my daughter.

I love the Temme and am so thankful for them being in my life. I send love and positive vibes to every member of this AMAZING family!

Heather Perry

August 10, 2017

Thinking of you at this time.

Don Oja

August 9, 2017

I have never before nor after met a more vibrant, full of life individual than Julia. No matter what age we had the opportunity to meet and speak with each other. Both Julia and George were meant for each other in compliment and temperament. My wife only met Julia once but the memory of her still lingers. May your fond memories of Julia comfort you as you pass through this time of sadness. I am wearing my Hawaiian shirt in honor of her.

wayne and bonnie fuchs

August 8, 2017

My sincere condolences to Julia Temme's whole family. Julia was a wonderful lady and a friend to all. I take comfort in the fact that she and my mom get to be friends again. I hope they are up there having fun and solving all the world problems for us.
Once again, much sympathy goes out to all Julia's family & friends.. She will be missed.

Michele Lomsdalen

August 7, 2017

I met Julia when she and her husband moved into Van Mall years ago and I was blown away by the full and beautiful life that she had lived with George and the rest of her friends and family. The few years they spent here with us were truly wonderful and it was such a joy to get to know her kids and family. She was a bright shining light at Van Mall and she will be missed.

Danny Proudfoot

August 6, 2017

Anita,
I read the wonderful story of your mom's life; she was a fabulous woman with such an interesting life of adventure. It's no wonder you are the lovely person and daughter you are. I'm thinking of you and sending you my thoughts and prayers for your peace as you miss your mom and remember her with wonderful memories and love.
Francine

August 6, 2017

Julia was a bright light in the Lacamas dining room whenever I joined my mother (Sara Jane Walters) for meals. Her warmth, kindness, and genuine interest in others was impressive and very much appreciated. I loved reading about her fascinating life and wish I had known her sooner. My thoughts are with your family as you honor and remember such a remarkable woman.

Barbara Fritzler

August 6, 2017

Julia was a very sensitive woman and I had the pleasure of meeting her when I was a young child attending church. Her family always came in and sat in front of my family. She was a amazing person for all she did in her life and for the people and friends that she touched their lives. I later in life got to know three of her kids and George and Anita and the former son John so sorry for your loss, I know what feels like to lose a parent. I pray for you and your family at this time.

Debbie Greenen-Hren

August 5, 2017

Aunt Julia was always a joy to be around. When I was 18 years old and had come up to Vancouver to go to Clark College, Julia would invite me to go golfing with her and her golfing group. I will always cherish those memories.

George , Janice Sork

August 4, 2017

Dear Temme Family,
What a fitting and accurate tribute to Mrs. Temme. I am proud to say I knew her and am thankful for the positive influence she had on me growing up. She worked hard, traveled the world and had a wonderful family. My she would have been fun to know as a young woman. She drove the rooters bus for the school games and the berry bus in the summer. She was the unbossy field boss who had a great sense of humor and helped us grow up learning valuable life lessons. She will be missed by all of those whose life she touched. Helen

August 4, 2017

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