Obituary in the Ocheyedan Press

Julie Truckenmiller, 44, died at her home in Oregon City, Ore., on Wednesday, September 17, after a long battle with cancer. A memorial service and celebration of her life was held Sunday, September 21, 2008 at the First Baptist Church in Oregon City. Julie was born October 14, 1963, in Worthington, Minn., the daughter of Alan and Mavis Truckenmiller. She grew up in Ocheyedan. She graduated from Ocheyedan High School as valedictorian of her class and gave the graduation speech. She was also the editor of the high school newspaper and involved in jazz band, concert band, as well as choir. Julie moved to Laramie, Wyo., where she worked as a phlebotomist. She then moved to Cheyenne, Wyo., and worked as a medical transcriptionist. When she moved to Oregon City, Ore., she worked for Kaiser Permanente as a medical transcriptionist. Julie was a member of First Baptist Church. She was a part of the praise team. She was involved in the drama ministry, serving as assistant drama director. Twice she was honored with the award "Drama Member of the Year." She served on the stewardship board and helped with different work projects for the church. One of Julie's most treasured memories was being a part of the mission team when they helped a church in El Salvador in the summer of 2007. Survivors are her parents, Alan and Mavis Truckenmiller, Tucson, Ariz.; one sister, Vicky(Jim) King of Rio Rico, Ariz.; niece, Megan Rath; nephew, Macintyre Rath; maternal grandmother, Gertrude Bosma of Sibley; special friend, Dan Frenchko; and her dog, Carmela.

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