Published: 7 Aug 2024
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Vale Julie Maplesten
We are sad to report that Julie Maplesten -- partner of retired President and long-term Branch Secretary of the Sydney Branch MUA & WWF Jimmy Donovan -- has passed away.
Julie was very well known to the MUA’s members, officers and staff for her constant involvement in the Union alongside Jim, and in more recent times, for her participation with our Veterans’ association.
Julie was much loved by Jimmy and shared in all of his industrial and political contributions, both to the MUA and to the national and international progressive trade union movements.
Julie passed away in hospital after a sudden viral infection and was taken to the hospital along with Jim who has also been dealing with a number of medical conditions.
On behalf of the Union, its officers, staff and membership, we have passed on the deepest condolences and sympathies to Jim and his family along with the Veterans’ association.
Jim, Julie and Jim’s son Stephen were special guests at our recent National Council function where the Union’s appreciation for their long and extraordinary commitment to our Union and membership was celebrated.
Vale Julie Maplesten; sister, comrade, beloved partner of Jim and passionate and committed fighter for workers’ rights.
Now at rest.
Paddy Crumlin
MUA National Secretary
Paul Keating
MUA Sydney Branch Secretary
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A funeral for Julie will be held on:
Wednesday 14 August 2024
10:00am
South Chapel
Eastern Suburbs Memorial Park Crematorium
Military Road, Matraville
Please contact the Sydney Branch for more information.
