“Mark, Julee's husband posted this on his Facebook page. The obituary will be posted as soon as it is published.

Dear Friends,  My wonderful and loving wife Julee Kirkham Bernhisel passed away this past Friday, 1/9/26 from the effects of liver ductal carcinoma. She had been in the hospital before Thanksgiving through January 3rd for diagnosis and treatment. It was apparent that the cancer was spreading and the therapy was not affective at that time and caused many side effects. She decided with the approbation of our family to come home and stop the therapy and use the Hospice medical staff and medications to pass through  a rough week until her passing. 

We will be having a Florida-Memorial service for her on Saturday 1/17/26 at the Brandon Stake Center Church -4806 Bell Shoals Rd, Valrico Fl, starting at 11 am (EST).

We also will be having a Funeral service in Heber City Utah on Saturday 1/24 at  the Heber City Church at 325 East 500 North at 11:00 am (MST). She will then be buried at the Lakeview Cemetery in Bountiful, Utah. 
We have greatly appreciated your support and your wonderful prayer.  Love y'all.”

Julee Kirkham Bernhisel Obituary

Oct 15, 1952 — Jan 9, 2026

Julee Kirkham Bernhisel, age 73, passed away peacefully on January 9, 2026, in Riverview, Florida, surrounded by love and faith. She was born on October 15, 1952, in Salt Lake City, Utah, to Emerson Dale Kirkham and Virginia Koch Kirkham, who instilled in her a deep devotion to family, service, and learning.

On September 4, 1974, Julee married the love of her life, Marc A. Bernhisel. Their marriage was a true partnership—anchored in faith, laughter, service, and unwavering devotion to one another. Together they built a life centered on the gospel of Jesus Christ, family, and lifting others.

Julee lived with joy and enthusiasm. In her younger years she loved cheerleading, swimming, skiing, and games of all kinds—interests that reflected her energetic spirit and love of fun. She carried that same enthusiasm into her education, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Education and a Master’s Degree in Special Education. Teaching was not just her profession but her calling, and she had a remarkable gift for seeing worth and potential in every individual.

Her faith guided every part of her life. Julee served faithfully in many Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints callings, including supervising Young Women, Seminary teacher, and Relief Society President. She and Marc also served together in significant leadership roles: as mission leaders in the North Carolina Raleigh Mission; Institute leaders for young adults in San Jose, California; and Senior Missionary Coordinators in Tampa and Orlando, Florida. Serving side by side brought them great joy and deepened their shared testimony.

Above all, Julee was a devoted and loving mother to her five children: Heidi, Preston, Brooke, Lyndi, and Jenny Leigh. She was their greatest cheerleader, teacher, and safe place. Her legacy of love continues through her 21 grandchildren and two grandsons-in-law, each of whom brought her immense pride and happiness.

Julee is survived by her beloved husband, Marc A. Bernhisel; her five children and their spouses; 21 grandchildren; and two grandsons-in-law. She will be remembered for her kindness, faith, humor, strength, and her ability to make everyone feel valued and loved.

Funeral services will be held on January 24, 2026, at 11:00 AM with a viewing held prior at 9:00 AM at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 325 East 500 North, Heber City, Utah. 

Julee’s life was one of purpose, service, and love. Her influence will continue to be felt for generations, and she will be deeply missed until a joyful reunion comes.

In lieu of flowers please donate to your favorite charity in Julee's name.

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