Julie K. Dellinger

Julie K. Dellinger, 73, of Battle Creek, died May 11, 2021. Julie was born August 20, 1947 in Battle Creek to Richard and Maxine (Hodge) Dukeman. She married James Dellinger on July 17, 1971. Julie worked as a bus driver for Harper Creek Schools for over 30 years.

Julie enjoyed drawing, painting, photography and camping. She regularly spent time with her Church Ladies and "Bus Driver Cronies." But most of all, Julie was most proud of her grandchildren.

Julie is survived by her two sons, Patrick (Patricia) Dellinger and Michael Dellinger; four grandchildren, Katie, Taylor, Qadence and Brayden; a brother, Dick (Judy) Dukeman; a sister-in-law, Barb Dukeman; many nieces and nephews and several special friends.

Julie was preceded in death by her husband, James; a grandson, Lane; her parents and two brothers, Bob and John.

Friends will be received Monday, May 17, 2021 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. with a Rosary Service at 7:30 p.m. at the Farley Estes Dowdle Funeral Home & Cremation Care. A Funeral Mass to celebrate Julie's life will be 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, May 18 at St. Philip Catholic Church. Interment will immediately follow at Fort Custer National Cemetery. Personal messages for the family may be placed at www.farleyestesdowdle.com.