Julie Lynn Haas

In Loving Memory of Julie Haas, a memorial visitation will be held at The Copper Cow, in Mt. Carroll, IL, on Saturday, September 16, 2023, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. A memorial service will start at 3 p.m., with food to be served after its conclusion. Family and friends are encouraged to share photos of Julie, here on our website.

Julie Lynn Haas (January 25, 1958 - September 2, 2023), a native of Savanna and Mt. Carroll IL, peacefully passed away. She is survived by her loving daughter, Jewel Haas-Howard, affectionately known as "Little Julie," and her cherished grandchildren, Ben & Aurora Howard. Julie leaves behind her three brothers: James Jr., Robert, and Roger Haas, as well as a large extended family of nieces, nephews, and sisters-in-laws. She was preceded in death by her adoring parents, James, Sr., and Lillian Haas.

Julie was an exceptional seamstress, renowned for her talent in transforming the ordinary into the extraordinary. Her ability to recreate items from a mere picture, exemplified by her famous toilet paper wedding dresses displayed at Ripley's Believe It or Not museums worldwide, left an indelible mark. Selflessly, she shared her expertise, skillfully tailoring cheerleading uniforms, prom dresses, wedding gowns, curtains, and more, often enlisting the help of many in her creative pursuits.

Her culinary artistry was equally remarkable, as she masterfully crafted delectable main courses and irresistible desserts, with her cakes standing as creative works of art. Her annual dinners and holiday parties were eagerly anticipated events, always surpassing expectations.

Julie's visionary creativity extended to decorating, where she transformed houses into homes that left all who entered in awe. Her Christmas displays were grand, worthy of gracing magazine pages.

Her love for her grandchildren earned her the cherished title of "Oma," a role she embraced wholeheartedly. She was deeply involved in their lives, offering unwavering support in their endeavors, from late-night English paper help to executing countless projects and ideas that only an Oma, like Julie, could never say no to. Her grandchildren were her pride and joy, always making sure they knew she was beyond proud of them and knowing they held a special place in her heart as her top priority.

Julie placed family at the core of her life, actively participating in significant milestones. Her caring messages and calls maintained enduring bonds with her numerous nieces and nephews, making each feel uniquely cherished. She was the pillar and glue that bound the entire Haas family together, strengthening her close relationship with her brothers over the years.

Not only did Julie possess creative talents, but she also excelled in a male-dominated field of logistics and transportation, characterized by fearlessness, intuition, sales acumen, and natural leadership. She no-less learned these skills from her parents, class and poise from her mother and a determined work ethic and drive like her father. She never let anything stand in her way of accomplishing anything she put her mind to.

Julie loved paper crafting and was known for her larger-than-life paper banners, she was called by many as “Martha Stewart.” She loved traveling, sewing, combine rides, afternoon outings across the countryside with her brother Roger, boating, snuggling with her daughter and grandkids, helping others and sneaking extra treats to her grand puppies. Julie was full of life, even her contagious laughter filled a room full of people. She was a God-fearing woman who always kept her faith, even on the most challenging of days. She was one of the classiest women with the biggest hearts. Julie was a domestic abuse advocate and a philanthropist. She loved to dance and had the voice of an angel when she sang. She enjoyed spending time with her closest friends and a good dirty martini or Bloody Mary. Julie was definitely one of a kind and will be missed by all.

As we honor the memory of Julie Haas, we celebrate the legacy of a woman who seamlessly wove her creativity, generosity and love into the tapestry of our lives. She remains a beacon of warmth, a tireless worker, and the nucleus of our cherished family. In our memories, she will always be our butterfly and our busy bee.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established