Julie McElmurry

Julie McElmurry, 79, of Canonsburg, PA, formerly of Shelby Township, MI, passed away peacefully on March 19, 2026. Born on March 19, 1947, in Detroit, MI, she was the daughter of the late Halim and Julia Hamway. Julie was the beloved wife of the late Vern McElmurry.

She was a loving mother to Debbie (Mark) Seckar and a proud grandmother to Emily, Erica, and Nick, who were the center of her world. Julie is also survived by her siblings, Paul Hamway, Norm (Sue) Hamway, and Halina (Adam) Wudarski. She is further survived by her in-laws, Sally (Chris) Urban, Kristine (Robert) Conden, Susan (Michael) Mancinelli, and Matthew McElmurry, along with many nieces and nephews.

In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers-in-law Michael McElmurry, David McElmurry, and Mark McElmurry.

Julie had a vibrant personality and a love for life’s little joys. She was known for her impeccable sense of style and her love of shopping. She enjoyed listening to Queen, reading, and cheering on her favorite teams, the Dallas Cowboys and Detroit Lions, often attending games with Vern. She also had a fondness for collecting bells, staying organized, and making lists for everything. Though she enjoyed the comfort of home, she cherished time spent with friends, especially her best friend of more than 70 years, Ang. Julie also had a sweet tooth and a special love for desserts. Above all, Julie’s greatest joy was spending time with her grandchildren and her beloved dog, Mason.

A celebration of life will take place in Michigan on May 16th with additional details will be announced.