Geneseo: At age 72, Julia Strom, a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend to many, passed peacefully on July 17, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on June 10, 1952, in Rochester, NY to the late Carl and Catherine (Fallon) Claus. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her brother Francis Claus. Survived by her husband, of 27 years, Daniel A. Strom and children; Kaylee (Joe) Tumonis of Slingerlands, Daniel (Betsy) Strom of Avon, Elyse Strom of Livonia, Erin Audino of Ft. Lauderdale, FL; grandchildren, Lilly Lang, Casey Lang, Rylann Lang, Genny Strom, Joey Tumonis, Gwen Strom, Mikey Tumonis, Elsa Lang, and Ryan Tumonis; sister Carolyn (Michael) Vasile; brothers, Thomas (Ann) Claus, and Ray (Amy) Claus; sister-in-law Debbie Claus; and many nieces, nephews, and friends.
Julie graduated from Dayton University. After graduation, she began a 30-year career with M&T Bank, beginning as a teller working her way to a Vice President and commercial branch manager. Her career brought her from Rochester, NY to Westminster, MD, in 2003, as she was asked to relocate for the AllFirst conversion. Julie ended her career with M&T Bank back home in Rochester. Julie was loved by her customers and colleagues. She was also the first woman to join the Webster Kiwanis Club.
Julie had a true zest for life. She enjoyed golfing, dinner parties, euchre with friends, shopping, trips with her siblings, and reading. She was an expert at decorating tables at holidays. Julie and Dan spent their winters playing golf, swimming, and enjoying the sun-kissed beaches of Florida. They loved entertaining friends and family from up north and made many wonderful friends in the Barefoot Bay community. Julie was a fiercely loyal friend and was always there for anyone who needed her.
More than anything, Julie loved her family. Julie and her daughter, Kaylee, were the dynamic duo for a period of time. Their wish for a larger family came true when Julie married the love of her life, Dan, and became a mother to Danny, Elyse and Erin. She loved them all so much. Julie’s adoration of her children was only matched by the love she had for her grandchildren. She loved nothing more than attending their sporting events, birthday parties, or cuddling under a blanket on the couch with them.
Julie displayed immense grace during the past ten-months of her cancer diagnosis. Despite her failing health, she always maintained her positive approach to life. Full of love, laughter and resilience, Julie’s strength and courage were an inspiration. Though she is no longer with us in body, Julie’s spirit lives on through the love we share and the stories we tell.
Family and friends may call on Friday, July 26th, from 4-7pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 21 Big Tree Street, Rte 20A, Livonia, NY. Julie’s Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30am on Saturday, July 27th, at St. Matthew Catholic Church, 6591 Richmond Mills Road, Rte 20A, Livonia, NY. Interment will be held privately. Memorial contributions may be made to CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates for Children), 272 Hall of Justice, 99 Exchange Blvd., Rochester, NY 14614. To send a condolence or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com
My condolences go out to Julia’s family and friends. May the beautiful memories you have of her help comfort you during this difficult time. I had the privilege of knowing Julia for many years as my banker. Julia so competently and kindly took care of my woman-business owned company and my personal banking needs. She was more than a banking professional to me; she was also a friend. The last time I saw her was at a lunch just before she retired. She was bubbling over with excitement, and I was so very happy for her. She deserved to be happy as she gracefully gave so much of herself to others. Rest In Peace, Julia and fly with the angels, my dear friend. You are now an angel watching over your family and friends.
So sad to hear of Julia’s passing. I went to school with Julia and knew her from M&T bank. Although I was never a really close friend, she always made you feel good. Her kind words and wonderful smile were exceptionally uplifting whenever I saw her. My condolences to your family.
It wonderful to meet Julie and and all of Ray’s family at Kailey and Nick’s wedding. We are so happy for all of you that you had that time to all be together again – to love, laugh, celebrate, and share good memories – And we hope that you will find comfort in the stories that your family will continue to share going forward as you recount the wonderful memories of life with Julie – who was by all accounts a very special person to have had in your lives.
Thinking of you all,
Mike and Sarah Alford
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Julia was the queen of the family. caring, protective, supportive and fun
I have many fond memories of growing up with all the Claus family in Rochester and Keuka Lake.
May she rest in peace. I send my love to the family.
Marie
Oh, Julie with your perpetual smile and attitude you exuded grace in every way.. I still remember you walking into J&A with your grand-daughter. The two of you were smiling and giggling like two little girls while purchasing your produce.
In school at PHS your were also an inspiration Not many people touched me as you have. I admire you and always have and will.
I’m sure I met Julia & Dan @ Barefoot Bay, FL, & she moved to Lakeville, NY & lived very close to us also. Her smile was contagious & you felt a closeness to her from your 1st meeting. I was so sorry to learn of her passing & did not know she had been sick. I never golfed with her since she played golf with the 18-hole league @ Barefoot Bay, & I played with the 9-hole league – both leagues on Tuesday am. When we had tournaments together, @ BFB, she was so friendly to everyone & was always on a winning team. I was going to invite them for a party in 2020 when Covid hit, & we never got together @ our Conesus Lake home. So very sorry & my sympathy to her family. I will miss seeing her & her beautiful smile.
So very sorry for your loss. Reading this description of Julia’s life is so moving. Wish I knew her. Can tell how much you all loved her.
Thinking of all the Strom family during this very difficult time. Sending hugs
We’re very sorry to hear about the loss of Julie. Our sympathy to her family & friends. Rest in peace, Julie.
Julie was such a great entertainer, a hostess with the mostest. She DID know how to lay out a beautiful table and always welcomed her company with open arms! This photo was taken when Mary Marasco, Elizabeth Mosher and I went to visit Julie and Dan when they moved to Maryland. As usual, Julie laid out a wonderful dinner one night and we spent the day in Baltimore at the Inner Harbor exploring and eating crab cakes. Julie knew how to live and how to love. She had a calm, nonjudgmental heart, and was the one friend you could always count on, if you wanted an honest assessment of something. She will be missed; everyone who knew her, love her! Linda Murphy
I loved your mom. She was one of the first people to welcome me at work and show me the ropes. She inspired many of us to grow and be the best we could be. My deepest condolences ?
We graduated 8th grade at St Thomas More School and church. Like most kids, we lost many contacts over the years.
Our STM class is having a reunion in August and we are so sorry for your loss.
Clearly Julia had a wonderful family life and career and leaves her love with you all.
Elyse,
Please accept my condolences for the loss of your mother. I recall you speaking very highly of her and hope that memories of her will help to ease the pain for you and your family.
Peace, my friend.
Ron
Julie sounds like a remarkable person. I only wish we had been able to know her better, We met Julie at Amy and Rays wedding. I will continue to keep her and family in my prayers.
To Julie’s family, I am so sad to hear of her passing. We were great friends in middle and high school, but lost touch. Along came Facebook and even though we never had the chance to see each other in person again, we kept up with each others lives through FB. I have so many memories from that time. She was a great friend and wonderful person. Heaven has a new angel and I know she is greatly missed
Julie was a true friend. I met her through another friend in 1983 and we shared many things with one another in the ensuing years….weddings, grad parties, birthdays & holidays galore. She was someone to emulate and simply put, I loved her. She was smart, funny, family-centered, strong, honest, forthright and committed. Julie, I know you are in a better place but we sure will miss you here!!!?????????
We will miss her beautiful spirit! Deepest condolences to all of you!
Julie was such a beautiful soul. I will fondly remember her as a vibrant, caring, and loving person who embodied grace and optimism. In Julie’s presence, you always felt welcome, included, and part of the Claus family. She will be missed by many but her gentle and caring spirit lives on in those privileged to cross her path
Julia was such a sweet lady. Her, Dan, Kaylee and Erin lived across the street from us for a while. They certainly knew how to have fun with parties, making dinners and just enjoying life. She was a sweetheart. RIP Julia. I still remember the yummy spaghetti dinner you and Dan did for Gary and me. U r loved by all who knew you that’s for sure.
Julie was a great cousin and friend. I always remember her massively loving with an incredible zeal for life. Sitting with her and chatting was a favorite of mine at our Claus family gatherings. She loved to laugh and her smiling eyes would capture anyone’s attention. Whenever our eyes would meet, she would smile at me in a way that touched my heart. So much so, I could feel her smile.
And when my mom had passed, she still gave me her smile with heartfelt comfort and love.
I love you Julie. And I will never forget you.