Julie Cook Rich

Julie Cook Rich was born in Logan, Utah on February 4, 1949 to Oris Kaa Cook and Beatrice Willie Cook.

She was raised in Garden City, Utah.

Julie married Steven Rich on 6-7-67 in the Logan Utah Temple. They were blessed with 4 sons. David, Layne (Tanya), Shayne (Valarie) and Blake (Marianne). Her 14 grandchildren/step-grandchildren, plus their spouses and great grandchildren brought her immense joy.

She was predeceased by her husband Steve, her parents, a brother and a granddaughter, Jessica Rich.

Julie is survived by her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, and siblings: Wayne, LaDawn, Steve and Kenneth.

Julie and Steve deeply loved each other and helped each other in all aspects of life. With the family business, Richwood, Steve was the genius with the work and Julie made sure he could do what he did, managing the books and helping with countless construction projects. The beauty of the work is reflected in the craftsmanship of the house they built together.

She loved living in Hyrum, and felt blessed to be surrounded by so many wonderful friends and neighbors.

Julie deeply loved the gospel and was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.

She had several health problems over the years, but her determination to take care of her family helped her deal with and work through the pain. She loved being outside. She always had a wonderful garden and loved weeding. She loved the beauty and bounty of a well-cared-for yard and garden, and cherished the wonderful ambiance and “together” space it made for family. She always took great pleasure in sharing the bounties she grew.

She was a talented artist and painted many beautiful paintings. She made the best quilts, afghans, baby blankets and stuffed bears. She put some of that talent to work as she took care of many Cub and Blazer Scout activities and camps. She (and the boys), made endless wooden beads, bolo ties and other items for day camps. She spent many years serving in Scouting. She received the Silver Beaver Award for her service.

She was famous for her cookies, with the ‘pink’ cookies and chocolate chip oatmeal butterscotch cookies being some of the favorites. When the boys were growing up, she would mix up a 4x batch every Sunday evening and between the boys and their friends, rarely had any left to bag at the end of the night. Later, as the grandchildren came, she always had some cookie dough rolls in the freezer ready to cook fresh.

She passed away on July 19, 2025 at her home in Hyrum, Utah from complications of pancreatic cancer. We would like to express our gratitude to CNS Hospice, and especially Debbie, for their care and support.

She was buried on July 26, 2025 in the Hyrum City Cemetery in Hyrum, Utah.