Julie Hentschel

Julie Louise Hentschel (nee Maletich), of St. Louis, Missouri, was born September 26, 1958 in St. Louis, Missouri to Jim and Carol (nee Schwartz) Maletich and entered into rest Saturday, November 23, 2024 in St. Louis, Missouri at the age of 66 years. She is preceded by her parents, Jim and Carol (nee Schwartz) Maletich. She is survived by her two (2) children, Sam (Susanna) Hentschel and Jillian (Alex) Applegate; three (3) grandchildren, Christopher Hentschel, Jonathan Hentschel, and Logan Applegate; her three (3) brothers, Mark (Billie) Maletich, Andrew (Cathy) Maletich, and Paul (Teresa) Maletich; along with numerous other extended family and friends. It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Julie, a loving and devoted mother, a doting grandmother, a beloved sister, and a cherished daughter. Julie loved spending time with her family, creating countless treasured moments filled with joy, laughter, warmth and togetherness. A nurturing mother with a strong and passionate caregiving nature, Julie devoted herself to caring for her ailing mother, a role she embraced with love and dedication. This passion for caregiving extended into her professional life, leading to a 35-year career as a registered ICU nurse at Mercy Hospital South, formerly St. Anthony’s Hospital, in St. Louis, where she touched countless lives with her compassion and skill. Julie leaves an indelible mark on her patients, colleagues, and community. Julie had a deep love for animals and a creative spirit that expressed itself through her hobbies, including crafting, scrapbooking, and cross-stitching. Her green thumb brought life and beauty to her flower gardens, where she found peace and inspiration. She also had a special bond with her Jeep Wrangler, which she lovingly washed and waxed almost every Sunday, taking great pride in keeping it pristine. A spiritual person, Julie believed in higher powers and found comfort and strength in her faith. Her warmth, creativity, and care for others will be dearly missed but forever remembered by those whose lives she enriched. Her legacy of love, kindness, and creativity will live on in the hearts of all who knew her. A Memorial Visitation will be held on Saturday, December 7, 2024 from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at CHAPEL HILL MORTUARY, 10301Big Bend Road, Kirkwood, MO 63122. Family and friends can review and share stories, photos and condolences online at www.stlfuneral.com and follow details of this event and others in the community at www.facebook.com/stlchapelhill.

Julie Hentschel

September 26, 1958 - November 23, 2024