In loving memory of

Julie Lynn Carpenter
January 18, 1962 - April 10, 2014

Sun Prairie - Julie Lynn Carpenter, age 52, died unexpectedly while at her home on April 10, 2014.

Julie was born on January 18, 1962 in Madison, the daughter of David and Louis VanderSanden.

Julie worked at the Walgreen's distribution center in Windsor for over 17 years. She enjoyed fishing, camping at the campgrounds, cooking, singing and dancing. Julie was a very encouraging and supportive person to all of her family and friends. She will always be remembered as a person who donated her time and energy for other people and in doing so, touched many lives.

Julie is survived by her daughter, Nicole Carpenter (Dean Mickelson); her mother, Louise VanderSanden; 4 siblings, Jane (Jim) Zantow, Steve VanderSanden, Jeanine (Dan) Wilken and Jennifer (Ari) Ottersen; her significant other, Gary Foster; a special friend, Debbie Zacharko-Boltwood and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and other relatives.

Julie was preceded in death by her father, David VanderSanden in May of 2007 and her second daughter, Natalie Wiegan.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be directed to the family in Julie's memory.

Memorial services will be held at the Cress Funeral Home, 1310 Emerald Terrace, Sun Prairie WI on Thursday, April 17, 2014 at 6:00 PM. A visitation will also be held at the funeral home on Thursday from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM and will also continue after the memorial services. Cremation rites have been accorded.

Tributes

Keli wrote on Apr 19, 2014:

"Tammie konopi,took the words right out of my mouth! That's Julie!! Thanks!"

Tammie Konopi wrote on Apr 18, 2014:

"I just received the news about Julie. I am sitting here in complete shock. God took home one of the kindest people I have ever had the honor of calling my friend. Julie made you feel like you were part of her family. She was always going out of her way for people. I believe now that she really was an angel in disguise. I met Julie when I rented an apartment on Klubertanz in Sun Prairie. As we got to know each other I realized that I had gone to school with her brother Steve. My daughter Morgan, then almost 5 years old, was always at Julie's. We lived right across the hall from each other. She was the best neighbor and friend anyone could ask for. She will be missed by so many. Steve, I am so sorry for your loss. I would have been there for you. I am here now. My deepest condolences to you and your entire family. "

Barb Neis Bodenstein wrote on Apr 17, 2014:

"I met Julie when we were little girls. We were good friends . She was a sweet and good hearted friend . We had a lot of fun together . Rest in peace Julie . Love ya Julie!"

Linda Nicholls wrote on Apr 17, 2014:

"I met Julie almost 20 years ago when I went to Texas to visit her with her brother, Steve. We became instant friends. Julie was such a kind and loving woman, I know she will be deeply missed by all. I luv ya Julie! Rest in peace"

Keli Linde wrote on Apr 16, 2014:

"Got to know for short time, when in the N-Mod working @ walgreens, so sad I didn't know you better,but loved talking to you ,very caring person, and would help anybody, I know. Thats the way you were,I so sorry."

Brenda Jacoboski wrote on Apr 16, 2014:

"She was my very dear friend. We had SOOOO many great times together! She was the worlds greatest snuggler! My dear friend I will miss you so very much! While I am still in shock, I Hope and Pray her daughter will get through this! I Will Miss Julie very much! Till we meet again.. I love you! "