Julie Rathsack
APPEARING ALL THREE DAYS
Booth C32
By day, Julie Rathsack is a business insights manager, but by night, she’s a history-loving ghost hunter. Her passion began in childhood, growing up in a haunted house where she heard—and sometimes saw—spirits. Julie co-authored Ghosts of Grand Rapids in 2013, followed by A Haunted History of Grand Rapids in 2024, and The Ghostly Tales of Grand Rapids in 2025, written for younger readers. Known as the Paranormal Historian, she leads haunted tours across Michigan and runs Lifted Veil Paranormal Investigations. Julie also serves as vice president and research director for the West Michigan Ghost Hunters Society, continuing her decades-long mission to uncover and preserve Grand Rapids’ supernatural history.
PANELS:
Saturday, November 15 • Grand Gallery Overlook A-B • 5:45 p.m.
A Haunted History of Grand Rapids
Julie Rathsack with Brad Donaldson, Bob Webster, Jeff Sytsma
Join us at Grand Rapids Comic Con for an enthralling journey into the supernatural with the author of “A Haunted History of Grand Rapids”, ”The Ghostly Tales of Grand Rapids”, and co-author of “Ghosts of Grand Rapids.” Together, we will uncover the mysteries behind some of the city’s most haunted locations. Accompanied by members of Lifted Veil Paranormal, she will share firsthand experiences and spine-chilling stories from local investigations. Get ready for a session filled with thrills, chills, and a dash of fun as we delve into the spectral side of Grand Rapids!
Sunday, November 16 • Grand Gallery E-F • 1:15 p.m.
Q&A with Investigators
Julie Rathsack with Brad Donaldson, Bob Webster, Jeff Sytsma, Roger Scholz
Join the team from Lifted Veil Paranormal for an interactive Q&A session where they pull back the veil on the mysteries of the supernatural. Whether you’re curious about their most chilling investigations, paranormal research techniques, or spooky stories from the field, this is your chance to ask the experts directly. Come ready with your questions and a fearless spirit - paranormal enthusiasts won’t want to miss this!