Julie Delania

Graef

Julie Delania Graef of Warrenton passed away March 25, 2022 after her courageous battle with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) at the age of 56.

She was born September 20, 1965 in St Louis and worked most of her life as a hair stylist and nail technician. She had an infectious personality and a passionate love of her family.

She married the love of her life, Chris Graef, in 2000 and they moved to Warrenton. Julie was a trivia and crossword enthusiast. She was an avid hunter. She loved nature and music. She lived a very healthy lifestyle and was devoted to physical fitness. She enjoyed traveling and scuba diving. Once she found Jamaica, it became her choice destination. As she did anywhere, she made many friends there.

She was an amazing wife, sister, aunt and friend. She was always there to lend a hand, support a cause or just listen. Her family and friends trusted her guidance and cherished her love.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Michelle Martin Stone and biological father, Tom Garavaglia; brother, Rich Stone. She is survived by her loving husband, Chris Graef, father, Jack Stone, sisters Stacy Neuhaus and husband Tim, Stefanie Stone, Terry Mazdra. Sister-in-law, Michelle Lam and husband George, 5 nieces and 4 nephews.

There will be a Celebration of Life on Saturday, April 30, 2022, 4:00 PM at Ruiz Castillo in Wright City.  Online condolences may be made at www.martinfuneral.net

Donations can be made to the Steve Gleason Foundation which directly helps ALS patients.

https://teamgleason.org