January 7, 1925 - October 8, 2017
Julia M Ulku (nee Kallunki), age 92, died peacefully, surrounded by her family and her beloved cat on October 8. Born in Annandale, MN, she grew up, met and married Stanley J. Ulku in 1947. She is survived by her daughters, Terri Behrends-Singer, of Richfield, Patty (Jim) Behrends of Annandale, Deb (Dave) Koefod of St. Louis Park, grandchildren Chris (Amy) Behrends, Jeff (Ingrid Edstom) Behrends, Jess Behrends, Jon Behrends, and great-granddaughter Mackenzie Behrends. Also survived by her sister Hayde Klemz, and her brother Donald (Gerda) Kallunki, and many nieces and nephews.
Julia worked for many years as a school cook in Bloomington. Summers were spent at “Shack-ri-la” on Lake Sylvia, where they water skied, fished and enjoyed lots of company. Upon retirement, she and Stan wintered in Mesa, AZ where they were active in many activities, especially dancing, horseshoes, motorcycle riding and chorus. In her later years while living at Gramercy on Lake Shore Drive, she kept active with water exercise, bridge and Rummikube. The last year of her life she enjoyed living at Meadow Woods, in Bloomington.
Celebration of Life
Monday, October 16, 2017
11:00 AM
Family will greet friends starting at 10:00 AM until the time of service.
House of Prayer Lutheran Church
7625 Chicago Avenue South
Richfield, Minnesota 55423
We always enjoyed our time when we were with your Mom and Dad. Never forget dancing in their basement. I don’t know if anybody could do as many dance steps as those two. Our time at the lake with them was of course a highlight of the summer.
She is resting in peace knowing she was surrounded by her loved ones.
Phil and Geri Ulku
Rest in peace in Gods kingdom my aunt Julia, I always remember my days at Shak-ri-la as a youngster. Ricki.
you are the yungster I am only 12
I will always miss you momo and the rebuilt Shak-ri-la on lake silvia
mackenzie miss you