Julie was born September 7, 1937, in Sheldon, IA, to Linn Porterfield and Mary Louise (Logan) Cockayne. She was their only child. Throughout her childhood, they lived in Sheldon, IA, Mitchell, South Dakota, and eventually made Fremont, NE, their home.
Julie married Orville Mengedoht on March 11, 1956. Together, they raised three wonderful children and a lot of farm animals. Including her favorite animal, the pig. She also was active in leading 4 - H through the girls' younger years, not only teaching her girls to sew, but also the neighbor girls in the 4-H club, and taught bible school for many years at the church. Throughout the years, Julie worked in a lot of businesses around the area, including Diers Supply, the Jewelry Hut, the Salebarn western store, Lagina's Dress Store and Camp Fontanelle.
Julie is survived by her husband of 70 years, Orville, Daughters Linda (Randy) Schafer of Scribner, Nancy (Steve) Davis of Hooper, Son, Jim(Tiffany) Mengedoht of Nickerson. Grandchildren Jessica Knuth, JJ Schafer, Janie Schafer, Mitch Davis, Elizabeth Kennemer, and Cameron Mengedoht, Great-Grandchildren Brayden, Alexa, and Jaxson Schafer, Maddie and Isaac Knuth, Asher and Isla Kennemer.
The memorial service will be 10:30am, Monday, July 13,2026 at Salem Lutheran Church in Fontanelle. Memorials may be directed to the Nickerson Rescue Squad or Salem Lutheran Church, Fontanelle.
Ludvigsen Mortuary in Fremont is in charge of arrangements.
Online guestbook at www.Ludvigsenmortuary.com
Condolences(4)
George Cockayne
Des moines,, IA Monday, July 13, 2026 My prayers and thoughts are with the family. I am the son of Roy Cockayne. I am the grandson of Edwin Cockayne if you are trying to determine my family relationship to Julie.Diane Linkugel
BENNINGTON, NE Sunday, July 12, 2026 Nancy and family, so sorry for your loss. Keeping you all in our prayers. May God give you peace and comfort always.Lyn and Lanae
Fremont, NE Friday, July 10, 2026 Sympathy and prayers for your familyMaelynn Liewer
Pender, NE Wednesday, July 8, 2026 I am so very sorry for your loss. You’re in my thoughts and prayers.