Julia Atkinson
Died: April 24, 2026 | Place: Residence
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ATKINSON, Julia…
It is with saddened hearts that the family of Julia (nee Zerko) Atkinson announce her peaceful passing at home in London, on Friday, April 24, 2026, at the age of 66. Loving wife and best friend of Mike O’Neill. Cherished mother and grandmother of Antoni and his son Hayes and Kennedy (Adam) and their children Porter and Ryken.
Cherished daughter of the late Antoni (1971) and Maria (1990) Zerko. Dear sister and aunt of George and his children Adam (Glorie) and Mindy; Leila (2021); Roman and Vivian and their daughters Natalia (Ben) and Maria; and Leon and Wilma and their children Allison (Rob), Vincent (2013), and Jacob.
Loved daughter-in-law of Martina and Edward O’Neill. Julia was a special sister-in-law and aunt to Maureen and Kieran and their children Sara (Graiden) and Shane (Lydia); John and Alice and their children Timmy, Drew (Hailey) and Taylor; Trish and Eric and their children Emaly, Katelyn, Marshall, Kenzie and Augusta.
Special great aunt to Leo, Luke, Logan, Camilo, Catalina, Hailey and Maxwell.
We will remember Julia for her strong character and work ethic, her generous hospitality and amazing cooking when family and friends gathered, and the joy she felt spending summer days at their cottage. She will be deeply missed.
The family would like to thank the staff at London Health Sciences Centre for their compassionate care and kindness.
A private Funeral Service will take place. Sympathy may be expressed through memorial donations to the Verspeeten Family Cancer Centre.
Arrangements entrusted with A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com
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So sorry to hear, was a privledge knowing you. Rest in peace Julia, you will be missed.
I am so sorry for your loss. I truly enjoyed working with Julia
R.I.P. Julia
I’m really sorry to hear about her passing. She wasn’t just a great boss, she was someone who truly made a difference in my life. The way she mentored, supported, and believed in people stuck with me long after I moved on. She had a way of making you feel valued and capable, and that’s something I’ll always carry with me.
It’s kind of unbelievable, my wife and I were just talking about her this past weekend, remembering stories and how much of an impact she had. That just speaks to the kind of person she was… someone you don’t forget.
She was honestly one of my favourite people, and I feel lucky to have known her. Thinking of you and everyone who was close to her. She will be missed. I hope for nothing but good memories for all of you.
So sad to hear this. Julia was a great person to work with. She will be missed by many.
I am so sorry to hear of Julia’s passing. She was a wonderful person to know and work with. My sincere condolences to you Mike and all your family.
Sorry to hear of her passing. Condolences to the family
So very sad to hear of Julie’s passing. My deepest condolences.
Many fond memories of summers spent at the beach with all of the cousins. Then Christmases at the farm, waiting to see the first star so we could open the mountain of presents.
To Mike and the family, remember to be gentle with yourselves as you navigate the next few days, weeks and months.
I am saddened to hear of Julia’s passing. She was always a pistol living life to the full. She will be sorely missed.
I am truly saddened to hear this news Mike and my condolences to you and your family. It was always good to see Julia during my CAMI days and l always enjoyed talking to her and to Mike as well. Such a loss and way to soon to lose such a special person.
Susan Nicholson
Mike, Antoni & family, Kennedy & family, and all O’Neil & Zerko families,
I am very sorry for this huge loss.She will be so missed by everyone. I met Julia in grade one and we have remained friends since. She was the prettiest, smartest, most athletic student in our class., and stayed that way until we graduated. Being farm neighbours growing up created many wonderful memories. Tobogganing and skating on the creek and hockey games in Forest in the winter. In the summer she and I lived at the beach, and at night at the Camlachie roller rink. We were boy crazy in our teens and all the boys liked Julia ( I was lucky enough to be the go between friend who delivered communications) The high school trip to Quebec, the many parties, the Sands hotel., all hold youthful memories. After high school we both lived and London and started our careers. She stood up with me in my wedding and stood by me when my marriage failed. She was the first person to arrive at the hospital when my firstborn came into the world medically fragile and again the first when he passed away ten years later. She was a good friend. She loved to talk about her children and grandchildren and was very proud of them. Most of all she loved you Mike and it was evident from the start how great you were for her. I was so happy you found each other. Thinking of you all with much love.
Joy (Douglas) Vokes
I had the privilege of working closely with Julia over the years at Cami. She was a great example of what hard work leads to in life. She also knew that life outside of work was just as important. Her hospitality and amazing food was top notch hosting several events along the banks of the Thames in Dorchester.
Mike, Antoni and Kennedy, I am truly sorry for your loss. She will be missed dearly.
Julia was full of energy and plans, I will miss her absence. In the day, we were part of her vibrancy, I will never forget.
Mike and Family – I am so sorry to hear of Julia’s passing. I enjoyed working with Julia – she will be missed. Take care in this time of sorrow.