Julie Van Zee Phelps
June 16, 1963 ~ February 2, 2017
Julie Ione (Van Zee) Phelps, 53, of Centennial, CO and formerly of Miller, SD, lost her battle with melanoma cancer and passed away peacefully on February 2, 2017 with her mother Ginger by her side.
Funeral service was held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, February 18, 2017 at the First United Methodist Church, Miller with Pastor Matt Richards officiating. Burial followed at G.A.R. Cemetery, Miller. Visitation began one hour prior to the service.
She was born Julie Ione Van Zee on June 16, 1963 in Huron, South Dakota to Delmar and Virginia (Bezner) Van Zee. Julie was the youngest sibling joining sister, Lizabeth and brothers, Garry and Timothy.
Julie graduated from Miller High School in 1981 then moved to Denver at age 17 where she has resided since. She started work immediately upon coming to Denver for Mountain Bell Telephone, then with USWest. Julie married Lonny Phelps in 1991 then left USWest in 2000 to stay home with their kids, Afton and Rhys. She was a dedicated hockey mom and gave her children numerous opportunities, catered to their busy schedule, and helped them explore new adventures. Julie was a caring person and always helped other people, not only just family and friends.
Blessed to have shared in Julie’s life is her husband, Lonny Phelps; two children: Afton and Rhys Phelps; parents, Del and Ginger Van Zee; brother, Garry (Ermalynn) Van Zee and children: Gavin (Samantha) and son, Landon, Tiffany (Mason Kleinsasser) Van Zee and son, Kaiser; sister, Lizabeth Van Zee (Don) Ketts and children: Samantha (Sunny Salh) Ketts; and brother, Timothy (Susan) Van Zee and children: Alyssa, Emily, and Jackson.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to your local pet shelter or cancer charity of choice.
Julie will be greatly missed by all family and friends as she captured memories for all. Julie was as beautiful on the inside as she was on the outside.
Reck Funeral Home of Miller has been entrusted with Julie's arrangements.
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Dearest Family Members, I am so sorry to hear of Julie’s passing. I was very surprised as I didn’t know she was sick. May you know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers. I have always thought of you as family and I am truly sorry for your loss. With Love, Jimae McWhorter
I send my deepest sympathy to Del, Ginger, and Julie’s entire family. My heart aches for you and I feel your loss. May you find some comfort in knowing we keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Nancy and Wayne
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time in your lives. Hold on to all the happy memories. LaDonna and Larry McManus
So sorry for your loss
Sympathy sent to the whole family. She was such a sweetheart. Prayers to you all.
Deepest sympathy to Julie’s family. I’m so sorry for your loss
Del, Ginger and all the family- I’m so sorry for your loss!! Please know that I will be keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers. May God’s love and your memories help comfort and strengthen you in the days ahead. Hugs and blessings to all!
I am so very sorry to hear of Julie’s passing!! You are all in my thoughts and prayers!!
My sincere sympathy to the family of Julie VanZee Phelps.🙏🙏
Sorry To hear about your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sorry to hear of the loss of your daughter. Your in our thoughts and prayers. Lorne & Pat Ruzicka
Please accept my sincere condolences for your loss. Know that God is aware of the tears you are shedding. (Psalm 56:18) He will soon do what is said at Acts 24:15, which promises us of a resurrection of our loved ones. May that bring you hope. Take comfort in your good memories and allow your family and loving friends to help you through this difficult time.