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1927 - 2010
Age: 83
JUK, Naomi
Of Spring Lake
Formerly of Paw Paw
Naomi passed away unexpectedly Friday April 16, 2010 at her home. She was born January 8, 1927 in Arvilla, WV, the daughter of Cloyd and Mamie Wells.
Naomi received her degree in education from Western Michigan University and was a teacher at Hartford Public Schools. She also taught for Paw Paw Community Education, was treasurer for Womens Coterie Club of Paw Paw, was a member of First Presbyterian Church, Paw Paw, also serving on several committees for the Lake Michigan Presbytery.
On October 20, 1951 in Grand Haven, Naomi was united in marriage to Carl T. Juk who preceded her in death November 12, 2008. She was also preceded in death by a brother, Bernard Wells. She is survived by 2 sons, Steven (Kristina) Juk of Shelbyville, TN and Paul Juk of St. Joseph; daughter, Lisa (Steve) Overacker of Spring Lake; foster daughter, Elaine Emmert of Mesquite, TX; grandchildren, Kristina (Jeff) Simpson, Daniel Juk, Sarah and Jill Overacker; foster grandson, Bryan Rodriquez; great grandchildren Gordon and Olivia Simpson; 4 siblings, Louise (Fred) Myland of Kalamazoo, Betty (Neal) Barnhart of New Cumberland, WV, Dean (Diana) Wells of Paw Paw and Lola Wells of Pittsburgh, PA.
Family will receive friends 6-8 p.m. Monday (4/19) at Adams Funeral Home, Paw Paw. Committal services will take place 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at Prospect Hill Cemetery, Paw Paw. A memorial service will follow at 11:30 a.m. at First Presbyterian Church, Paw Paw, Pastor Tom Abbott officiating. Memorials may be directed to First Presbyterian Church, Paw Paw.
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There are currently 13 condolences.
Jonell Williams
Monday April 26, 2010 at
8:19 PM
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Lisa, Steve and Family:
Craig and I are sorry for your loss.
Jonell and Craig Williams
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Sandee Willis
Friday April 23, 2010 at
6:38 PM
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I was on the Carnegie Board with Naomi for many years, I enjoyed working with her so many times on different projects. She had so many skills, plus the ability to keep us going. The times we shared will go into my memory box to be revisied for many years to come.
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John Mohney
Friday April 23, 2010 at
1:10 PM
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We are sorry to see that Naomi died.
John Mohney
Paw Paw District Library
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Christian and Ann VanDenBerg
Wednesday April 21, 2010 at
10:50 AM
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We live at Veits Landing and also are members of First Presbyterian Church in Grand Haven where Naomi attended since 2007. Please accept our condolences in the loss of your wonderful Mother and Grandmother.
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Stephen Smith
Tuesday April 20, 2010 at
7:55 PM
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I remember Mrs. Juk very well.She was one of my favorite teachers.She challenged us all to do the best we could.I send my condolences to her family and friends.I will always remember her.
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Sandy Sherman Wells (Clyde's Daughter
sjswell1@yahoo.com
Tuesday April 20, 2010 at
2:42 PM
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It was good seeing u all last nite. I am praying for the family. I am sorry that it was under these conditions. Love and Prayers
Sandy
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Cindy BIrmele (Leonard)
Tuesday April 20, 2010 at
11:02 AM
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Very sorry to hear about your loss. I had her as a teacher at hartford high school.
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Robert Lanier & Family
Tuesday April 20, 2010 at
9:07 AM
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Dear Paul & Family,
Our deepest sympathy and condolences for you at this time.
Sincerely,
Robert Lanier
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Scott & Cheryl Ewing
biggfoot14@comcast.net
Monday April 19, 2010 at
8:00 PM
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Very sorry for your loss.
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Lynda Alger
lynjera@aol.com
Monday April 19, 2010 at
11:08 AM
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I am so sorry for your loss. Naomi was a wonderful lady and I will miss talking to her.
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Renee Kolean
r_kolean@oaisd.org
Monday April 19, 2010 at
11:00 AM
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Lisa, So sorry to hear of the passing of your mother, I cannot imagine how difficult this is for you and your family. God Bless, my prayers are with you.
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Joanne Jesnek
Monday April 19, 2010 at
10:50 AM
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Lisa & Family
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Your mom/grandma was a beautiful lady. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
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Joyce Benford
Monday April 19, 2010 at
9:28 AM
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Lisa and family, I am so very sorry for your loss. You are all in my prayers.
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