Julie Marie Lenhart

Julie had many passions, some of which included flower arranging, crafting, and her dogs. She was an avid sports fan and loved cheering on the Green Bay Packers, Detroit Tigers, and the Grand Rapids Whitecaps. She had a heart for others, volunteering at the Wayland Area Christian Neighbors Food Pantry and just lending a hand to those in need. She also had a great sense of humor and loved to laugh and play practical jokes.

Julie was a graduate of the 1987 class of Wayland Union High School and received her associate degree at Grand Rapids Community College in radiological technology. She worked as an x-ray technician for Blodgett Hospital. Julie fought a 31 year battle with M.S./B.S. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

Julie is survived by her husband and caregiver of 21 years, Gerard Lenhart; stepson, Michael Lenhart; two grandsons Hunter, Owen; parents Bill and Faye Howe; siblings Cara Howe, Kristie (Tom Bezinque) Mulder; nephew, Jack Mulder; niece, Grace Mulder; four-legged friend, Jack; and many extended relatives and friends. Julie is preceded in death by her grandparents Tom and Helen Brown, Harry and Joyce Howe; and sister-in-law, Cindy Williams.

Visitation with the family will be held from 3-7 p.m. Sunday, March 10, 2024 at Kubiak-Cook Funeral Home - Wayland Chapel, 312 N. Main St., Wayland, MI 49348, with prayers of the Rosary at 3 p.m. A memorial Mass will be celebrated 11 a.m. Monday, March 11, 2024 at St. Therese Catholic Church, 128 Cedar St., Wayland, MI 49348. Julie will be laid to rest at Hooker Cemetery. In memory of Julie and lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Therese Catholic Church, Wayland Area Christian Neighbors Food Pantry, or Faith Hospice. The family welcomes memories and messages at www.kubiakcookwayland.com in Julie’s online guestbook.