Service Information
Julie L. Flann, wife of Rod, age 61, of Cosmos, Minnesota, passed away on Wednesday, January 18, 2023.
Funeral Service will be held Monday, January 23, 2023, at 11:00 A.M. at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Cedar Mills, Minnesota, with interment in the church cemetery.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, January 22, 2023, from 3:00-6:00 P.M. at Dobratz-Hantge Funeral Chapel in Hutchinson, Minnesota, and will continue one hour prior to the service at the church.
Obituary
Julie Lynn Flann was born on February 18, 1961, in Hutchinson, Minnesota. She was the daughter of Joseph and Helen (Janke) Murphy. Julie was baptized as an infant and later confirmed in her faith as a youth at Peace Lutheran Church in Hutchinson. She received her education in Hutchinson, and was a graduate of the Hutchinson High School Class of 1979.
On November 3, 1979, Julie was united in marriage to Rod Flann at Peace Lutheran Church in Hutchinson. This marriage was blessed with two children, Sarah and Mat. Julie and Rod lived near Hutchinson for a short time after their marriage and then moved out to the country near Cosmos, Minnesota. They shared 43 years of marriage.
Julie worked most of her career as a quality manager and ended her career as a quality engineer. She was an active member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Cedar Mills.
Julie enjoyed cooking and baking with her granddaughters, spending time at the lake, reading, going for walks and bike rides, playing cards and games, and hosting for her family.
Julie was called home to heaven on Wednesday, January 18, 2023, after a two and a half year battle with cancer. She was a fighter and had always remained positive throughout her journey. Julie’s faith never faltered.
Blessed be her memory.
Julie is survived by her:
Husband, Rod Flann of Cosmos, MN;
Children, Sarah Biljan and her husband, Denny of Monticello, MN,
Mat Flann and his wife, Brenda of Hutchinson, MN;
Grandchildren, Riley and Kenley Biljan, Ava and Mason Flann;
Mother, Helen Murphy of Hutchinson, MN;
Siblings, Larry Murphy and his wife, Judy of Hutchinson, MN,
Russel Murphy and his wife, Val of Hutchinson, MN,
Connie Johnson and her husband, Keith of Greenleaf, MN;
Sisters-in-law, Rhonda Helmbrecht and her husband, Scott of Hutchinson, MN;
Shelly Feifarek and her husband, Randy of Renville, MN;
Many other relatives and friends.
Julie is preceded in death by her Father, Joseph Murphy; Father-in-law and Mother-in-law, Marlin and Margie Flann; Brother-in-law, Marty Meuleners.
Tom and Connie Prieve says
Rod and family,
We are so sorry for the loss of your dear Julie. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers in difficult time.
Brenda Sturges says
My sympathys to the whole family. Julie was the nicest lady ever. So sorry.
Brian Dressel says
Rod and family, I am very sorry for your loss.
Kathy Todd says
Rod & Family,
We are so sorry to hear the news of Julie’s death. Our sympathy to you at this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Kathy & Jim Todd
Sharon Nohner says
Ohhh dear Julie…we are so saddened by your loss…you have shared your love & passion with everyone you meet. You have fought your battle with such Grace. You were a quiet supporter, but the first one there!! We feel your void & it hurts. So glad we shared a group text on Monday. Hugs all the way to heaven…I will miss your laugh as it always grabbed me by heart…thanks for you blessings you shared with all of us!! I love you!
Larry & Lorraine Carda says
Rod & Family:
We are so very sorry to hear of Julie’s death. Our deepest sympathy to you & the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Julie was way too young to pass. Feel comfort that she is in a better place and pain free.
Debra Retzlaff Hatlestad says
I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family.
Karen Huhn says
I am very saddened by the news of Julie’s passing. She was a sweet, smart engineer at MN Rubber; an absolute pleasure to work with.
Hugs to Julie’s family.
Rest in Heaven Julie.
Jim &Kathy Stueber says
Rod and family,
So sorry to hear of Julie’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. She is at peace with no pain living her dream in heaven.
Gary Oberg says
Family: I feel honored to have known and worked with Julie at Spectralytics. She had a great spirit about her. My deepest sympathy for your loss.
Marcy Wittman says
Rod and family,
Sorry to hear of your loss! Galen and I have many fond memories of Julie, yourself, Sara and Matt, from the early years at HTI. Our condolences to the entire family.
Marcy and Galen Wittman
Betty Stras says
Rod and family, so sorry to hear of Julie’s passing. I always enjoyed working with Julie – we had lots of good times! Sorry, I will be out of state for her service but my thoughts and prayers will be with you.
C Murphy says
Dear Rod and family,
Chad and I are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you.
With Love,
Crista & Chad Murphy
Cheryl Froemming-Reece says
Rod..Our deepest sympathies to you and your family. We are lifting you all up in our thoughts and prayers. My family lived 2 houses down from your family way back on Grove Street. Years go by, but we still have very memories. God Bless you all and may you be surrounded by His love and peace. No doubt that she is in the MOST beautiful place with an AWESOME God. No more battles. No more pain or suffering. What more could we want for our loved ones ? Heaven received another Angel.
Cheryl Froemming-Reece
Sandy Froemming-Wright
Mark Froemming
Brad & Jeri Lueneburg says
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. So sorry to hear of Julie’s passing.
Jan Schlauderaff-Lockwood and Mel Lockwood says
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your wife. Our deepest sympathy go out to you and your family.
Jan Schlauderaff-Lockwood and Mel Lockwood says
Rod and Family,
I am sorry to hear about your loss. Accept our deepest sympathy.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time
Dawn Halverson says
Our deepest sympathies to Julie’s loved ones. Those who knew and loved her, know what a dear person she was, and will miss her tremendously! Dawn and Tim Halverson
Troy Kurth says
My deepest condolences go with you during this very difficult time. May God bless you during this very tough time.
Joe and Kim McPherson says
Dear Rod and Family,
Our sincere heartfelt sympathy and blessings to you and your family. Julie was a wonderful and caring person and the memories of her many attributes will be forever with you and all the hearts she touched.
God bless you all and God bless her memory.
Joe and Kim McPherson
Carol says
Sympathies to you all! Sorry to hear this. I worked with Julie at Rubber and was she so kind and nice. Always a great smile for you and helpful. RIP Julie.
Cindy & Todd Karg says
Rod and Family, With sincere sympathy to you all. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Todd and Cindy
Ruth Conoryea says
I have fond memories of our time together Julie…Can’t wait to see you again someday. Rest in peace my sweet friend..love Ruth (Schmalz) Conoryea
Jack & Roberta Yates says
Rod and family. So sorry to hear about your loss. Julie was always fun to work with and just a pleasure to talk to.
Randy Rusch says
This is truly a display of only the good die young,,I have known Rod and Julie for 45 years and I would have to say that if the wages of sin are death,, then many of us should have went first, I can only assume that GOD needed an Angel that is better than us,
Bradley S Eichten says
Rod and family,
I am truely so to here of Julie’s passing. My condolences to all of you during this time of sadness.