Julia Lennon

Julia Lennon (née Stanley) is John Lennon's mother. The song Julia was named after her.

Julia left her son in the hands of his aunt and uncle when he was a little boy. When John turned sixteen he and his mother rekindled their relationship. After four years with each other Julia was ran over and killed by a drunk police officer named Eric Clague, who was off duty. During their time together, Julia taught John how to play the banjo.