Julee Dyan Bouchie, age 50, passed away on May 9, 2026, in Defiance, Ohio.

Julee worked for several years as a dispatcher with Verizon and most recently served as a County Clerk with the Allen County Small Claims Court. She found happiness in simple, meaningful places, caring for animals, exploring new destinations, and especially spending time at the beach, where she felt most at peace.

She is survived by her husband, Aaron Bouchie; son, Trey Hodapp; mother, LuAnn Graf; and sister, Jennifer (Craig) Graham.

A service will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Friday, May 22, 2026, at Fairhaven Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 6557 N. Clinton St., with calling two hours prior, beginning at 4:00 p.m. Memorials may be made to Humane Fort Wayne or Harmony Home. To sign the online guestbook, please visit www.fairhavenfortwayne.com.