(Oranjestad)—Yesterday on social media, friends and family announced the sad news of Julia Renfro’s passing, someone known on Aruba for her work in Aruba Today and Aruba Weekly, as well as her work as a photographer.
Julia’s brother, Donnie Renfro, shared a post on social media announcing her passing. “I am sad to announce the passing of my sister, Julie Renfro, after a short illness caused by a hemorrhage,” Donnie Renfro wrote in his post. “A private reunion will be planned for family and close friends.”
According to her profile on social media, Julia Renfro worked as a content creator for Aruba Tourism Authority, for the government of Aruba, different hotels and news outlets. For a while, she was editor in chief of Aruba Today. She was also a liaison for news media in the United States, covering big headlines like the disappearance of Natalee Holloway.
Friend and family remember Julia as a cheerful and warm person, who had great compassion for animal, and was a great friend. Aruba Today sends its condolences to Julia Renfro’s loved ones. May Julia rest in peace.
