September 12, 1946 – September 2, 2025

Julie Alice Skramstad, a woman of warmth, kindness, and strength, passed away on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, at the age of 78, following complications from pancreatitis.
Born on September 12, 1946, in Virginia, Minnesota, Julie was the daughter of the late Joseph and Adelaide Woods. She graduated from Hibbing High School in 1964 and attended Hibbing Junior College Nursing School. On May 29, 1965, she married the love of her life, Sam Skramstad, with whom she shared a beautiful life.
Julie embraced a variety of roles with a generous spirit throughout her life. She worked as a nurse’s aide, a stay-at-home mom, a business owner, a Weight Watchers leader, and an optician. A dedicated volunteer for organizations like RSVP and St. Mary’s Hospital, Julie was always giving back to her community. She was a breast cancer survivor, a testament to her resilience. Julie found joy in spending time with her family, sewing, clogging, scuba diving, and traveling. Her infectious smile and compassionate nature touched everyone she met. She was a cherished wife, mother, “Gram,” “Grammy Julie,” and friend.
Julie was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Adelaide Woods, and her brothers, Steven, Michael, and Joe.
She is survived by her loving husband of 60 years, Sam Skramstad; her children, Steve (Jill) Skramstad of Grand Junction, CO; Craig (Jackie) Skramstad of Glenwood Springs, CO; and Jennifer (Kevin) Gunnels of Drexel, MO. She also leaves behind her siblings, Kathy Sannmann (Roli), Ruthanne Parker (Dan), Holly Sperry (John), Scott Woods, Erin Walker (Rick), and Amy Seifert (Matt). Julie was a proud grandmother to five grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
The family was able to spend precious time with Julie before her passing. A celebration of her life will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Julie’s name to HopeWest Care Center, 3090 N. 12th St., Grand Junction, CO 81504, or to Community Connections at St. Mary’s Hospital, 2635 N. 7th St., Grand Junction, CO 81504.