Julie Marie Hibjan, born on August 19, 1952, in Ashtabula, Ohio, peacefully departed this world on December 1, 2023, in Clermont, Florida. Surrounded by the love of her family, she leaves behind a legacy of warmth and joy.

Julie, along with her late husband and soulmate, David Hibjan, created a lifetogether in North Ridgeville, Ohio, where they not only raised their two daughters, Chelsea Abraham and Hayley Stewart but also established a beloved bait and tackle shop. Their partnership was a testament to enduring love and shared dreams.

Julie found joy in the simple pleasures of life—watching birds soar through the sky, witnessing flowers burst into bloom, and embracing the beauty in each day. Her infectious spirit and love touched the lives of all who knew her.

She is survived by her daughters Chelsea (Jeremy Abraham) and Hayley (David Stewart), and her six cherished grandchildren: Noah, Brady, Luke, Emery, Ellie, and Lainey.  In celebrating Julie's life, let us remember the laughter she brought and the love she shared with family and friends.

While we are grieving here on earth, she is celebrating in Heaven reunited with family and our Savior.  May her memory be a source of comfort and inspiration as we reflect on a life well-lived.

A Celebration of Life will be held in Ohio with more details to follow, offering an opportunity for family and friends to come together and honor Julie's memory.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation, reflecting Julie's compassionate spirit and commitment to making a difference in the lives of others. https://www.jdrf.org/