Julie Grossman's Obituary
Julie Grossman, age 83 of Batesville, died Friday, November 12, 2010 at her residence. Born April 29, 1927 in Knox County Kentucky, she is the daughter of Rosie (Nee: Palmer) and John Watts. She married George Grossman and he preceded her in death. She was a cook for the Sunman-Dearborn Community Schools, retiring after 20 years. Julie enjoyed many different hobbies. She was an avid bingo fan while flower and vegetable gardening were favorite outdoor activities. She did a lot of cross stitch work and quilting over the years as well working with ceramics. Although not much for television, she did like to watch soap operas and especially liked watching the “The Price is Right.” Quiet time was spent reading romance novels and fishing. Through the years Julie had several dogs that were more like family members than pets according to her family. They also indicated she was a wonderful cook and an exceptional baker. Her daughters were fond of her cookies and the grandchildren remember her angel food cake and banana cream pies.She is survived by daughters Roseann Fuernstein of St. Leon, Indiana, Helen Tekulve of Batesville; sisters Orpha Clagg of Lake Placid, Florida, Della May Smith of Friendship, Indiana; grandchildren Dustin Tekulve of Sunman, Indiana, Bridget Huber of Cincinnati, Ohio, Darrin Tekulve of Batesville, Miranda Tekulve of Batesville and great grandchildren Matt and Paige Tekulve, both of Batesville. In addition to her husband and parents, she is also preceded in death by her son David Grossman; sister Linnie Jobst and brothers Curt, Harlan and Odie Watts.Visitation is Tuesday, November 16th, from 9-11 a.m. at the funeral home. Funeral services follow at 11 a.m. with Rev. Sherman Hughes officiating. Burial will be at Stumpke’s Corner. The family requests memorials to the Shriner’s Hospital or Phi Beta Psi Sorority Cancer Research.
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