Julie Anne Willoughby

Julie Anne Willoughby September 11, 1956-September 27, 2019 Julie, age 63, passed away Friday, September 27, 2019, at her home in Renton. She was born September 11, 1956, in Nebraska, to Emil Charles Krikac and Betty (Strong) Krikac. She devoted most of her life taking care of her mother and being a loving homemaker. She was always present in her children’s lives. Family and friends were Julies passion and delight. She was very involved in her in-laws’ children’s lives. Her door was open to all. She was a remarkable cook and enjoyed preparing meals for her family and friends, especially over the holidays. She adored her grandchildren. She showered her grandchildren with her joy and love. She taught them the true meaning of family and the true meaning of being a grandmother. She was a very enjoyable aunt. She was happily married for many years. She enjoyed gardening, crocheting, watching Sci-Fi and thriller movies. She was a sweet and kind wife, sister, aunt, daughter, mother, grandmother, mother in-law, and friend. She was always there to listen. Mother and daughter were best friends. Julie requested to be cremated and have her ashes scattered in the ocean. Which was her favorite vacation spot. Julie is survived by her beloved husband Daniel Chester Willoughby who loved her unconditionally, daughter Sara, son Wes, father Emil, sister Susan, grandson Sean, grandson Chaz, granddaughter Brooke, granddaughter Leena, and niece Savannah. She will be deeply missed and always remembered in our hearts. Our memories of her will be forever treasured.