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Julia Anna Commuso

Julia Anna Commuso

Julia Anna Commuso, 90, of Sparta, IL; born on March 6, 1936 in Sparta, IL the daughter of Allan and Margaret Mary (née, Sall) Harrison; passed away on Sunday, August 23, 2026 in Sparta, IL.

Julia married the love of her life in Union City, TN on New Year’s Eve in 1955.  Julia and Larry were lifelong partners, sharing their love for each other since grade school.  Together they traveled to many places, Hawaii being one of Julia’s favorite places to go.  Although they never had children, Julia always enjoyed the company of children, especially her nephews and nieces.  She was kind to everyone and was an excellent cook, always making sure to serve vegetables with each meal.  Julia would take in animals that needed a home, showing them love and comfort that they probably never received.  She was kind-hearted and giving to all.

Julia is survived by her loving husband of 70 years – Lawrence “Larry” Commuso of Sparta, IL; nieces and nephews – Joanna Lively, Pam Saddler, and Larry Saddler; great nephew – Mike Lively; great great nephews – Jonathan (wife, Kayla) Lively and Michael (wife, Tiffany) Lively; good friends – Elisabeth Lemons and Cinda Lively; other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents; one brother – Alvin Joseph Harrison; one sister – Elsie Leemon; two sisters-in-law; nine brothers-in-law; niece – Patty Saddler; nephew – Larry Lively.

Condolences may be left for the family online at www.heilschuessler.com.

Memorial Contributions may be made to Fairview Church Cemetery.  Memorials may be mailed to Heil-Schuessler & Sinn Funeral Home, 111 West Main, Sparta, IL.

The Visitation will be held at Heil-Schuessler & Sinn Funeral Home in Sparta on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m.  Funeral Services will begin at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Alex Eppstein officiating.  Committal Services will take place at Fairview Church Cemetery in Sparta, IL .

Heil-Schuessler & Sinn Funeral Home in Sparta, Illinois is in charge of arrangements.

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  1. Tom Biama says:

    Julia was truly a sweet and kind lady. Her love for Larry shine even after 70 year. The world lost a ray of sunshine with her passing. I am sorry for your loss Larry. Rest easy Julia!

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  1. Julia was truly a sweet and kind lady. Her love for Larry shine even after 70 year. The world lost a ray of sunshine with her passing. I am sorry for your loss Larry. Rest easy Julia!

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