Mary Beth Hendel, born March 19, 1950, passed away peacefully Monday December 1, 2025, surrounded by love, Fortified with the Sacraments of Holy Mother Church. She was the beloved daughter of Philip and Florence, whose guidance and devotion helped shape the caring, generous woman she became. She is survived by her devoted husband, Richard, and her three sons — Jimmy (Angie), Pete (Leslie), and Steven (Jackie) — who were the pride and joy of her life.
Mary Beth is also survived by her loving sister, Rose Ann, and her brothers — Phil, Joe, and Johnny — each of whom shared a lifelong bond with her.
Her legacy continues through her cherished grandchildren: Gabe, Savannah, Dominic, Dani, Nico, Luca, and Gio. MaryBeth delighted in watching them grow and treasured the laughter and everyday moments they shared.
Mary Beth’s family is deeply grateful for the compassionate care she received from her caregivers, Chris and Chrissy, whose kindness and support brought comfort and peace in her final chapter.
She will be remembered for her strength and her unwavering devotion to her family. MaryBeth had a generous heart and a spirit that brightened the lives of everyone around her. She enjoyed life’s simple pleasures — dancing, playing board games and cards, and trying her luck at the slot machines.
Family and friends will forever remember her guidance, her open heart, and the love she gave so freely. She will be deeply missed, and her memory will live on in the countless lives she touched.
Funeral from Kutis South County Chapel, 5255 Lemay Ferry Rd. Friday December 12, 9:30 am to St. Francis of Assisi Church for 10:00 am Mass. Interment Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery. Visitation Thursday 4-8 pm.
Rich and family,
Jay and I are so sorry for your loss. I will always remember how much Mary Beth enjoyed the grandchildren. She will really be missed. May she rest in peace.
With Condolences,
Jay and Karen Hendren
Jay & Karen;
Thank you so much for your kind words and thank you for being at the wake and funeral. She will be missed especially by her grandchildren to whom she was so devoted.
May God bless the family. She was a bright light!
Debbie;
Thank you so much for your thoughts & kind words regarding Mary Beth. She was definitely a bright light for all those she knew especially all our family members.
We had the pleasure of knowing Mary Beth. She was a cute, energetic lady that shared our grandchildren with us. She was a wonderful grandmother to them and I believe she left them with good memories.
We also will remember fun times we spent with her. She will be missed by all her family.
Sheila & Tony;
Yes, Mary Beth was definitely full of energy and loved being with her grandchildren as much we know you do. We all have so many memories of her and will be missed by family and many other people.
Many fond memories of Mary Beth at Mizzou tailgates. When she couldn’t make it, she always made sure we had her famous chocolate chip cookies and some fruit to keep the boys healthy. She was a beautiful person both inside and out and will be dearly missed by many. I will always admire Rich for how he stuck to his vows by sacrificing to help Mary Beth in the last few years. RIP🙏
Thank you Roy for your thoughtful words and reminisces about Mary Beth’s times at the Mizzou tailgate gatherings. She loved making chocolate chip cookies and brownies for all occasions and they were always a hit with her children and grandchildren.
Rich:
You and your family will be in the Brennan family thoughts and prayers during this holiday season.
George Brennan CBC class of ‘64
George;
Thank you my CBC brother. I and Mary Beth’s family appreciate your thoughts and prayers for her during this holiday season.
Trudie & John Viitale May her soul, & all the soul, through the mercy of GOD REST IIN PEACE
.A TRUE TRIBUTE TO HER FAMILY WHO LOVE HER FOR SHE WAS. CIAO MARY BETH
Thank you Trudie and John for your kind words and thoughts. She loved her Vitale family fiercely and always enjoyed being with her siblings and other relatives.
Rich,
Sorry to hear of Mary Beth’s passing. Have comfort in knowing she is at peace in heaven.
Tom;
Yes, she suffered here on earth so much the last 4 years and I am sure she is in heaven with God and other family members and is looking down on all of us. Thank you.
Dear Rich and family,
Very sorry to hear the sad news about Mary Beth. We wish you and the family, peace and strength in the days ahead.
Ron & Jenneke
Ron;
Thank you so much for your kind words. I believe she will help us to find peace and have strength in the coming days as we gather as a family this Christmas season and she will live on in all of us – family, relatives, and friends.
Rich, so sorry to hear of Mary Beth’s death. Be assured of our prayers for you and your family. Jim and Colleen Ebbesmeyer
Jim and Colleen;
Thank you for your kind words and your prayers for her, myself, and our family will certainly help all of us finding peace and strength.
In the end, Mary Beth should best be known for her tremendous courage and deep faith. What a woman of God. My prayer is that she experience the fullness of our Savior’s love for her.
Monsignor Mark Ullrich
Msgr Mark;
Thank you so much for being with Mary Beth & I at our house, for administering the last rites, and all you did in preparation for her funeral. Yes, her courage through all of this and her love for her family is an example for all of us to strive to match in our lives. She was a woman of faith and she is with God now.
Rich, I am very sorry to hear about the passing of your wife, Mary Beth. Please know that you and your family are in my prayers.
Sincerely,
Joe Decker CBC ’64
Thank you Joe for your prayers for my family and for Mary Beth. I am sure that God hears them and will be with all of us during this difficult time.
Rich and family, so very sorry to hear of Mary Beth’s passing.
She was a beautiful, kind and caring woman.
Mary Beth and I worked together at St. Francis of Assis Church serving luncheons after funerals for a time. She was such a great help and and a pleasure to work with.
May she rest in peace with the angels and saints.
Dottie Melching
Dottie;
Thank you so much for your kind words, thoughts and prayers. I am sure she heard them and they mean so much to her as I know she enjoyed working with you and the Martha’s Group at SFA. Thank you for being at Mass and being a Eucharistic minister yesterday.
I know she is with the angels that she believed in so much.
Rich, We share all the messages of condolence sent by our CBC classmates and your other friends. We will remember you and family in our nightly prayers.
Jack and Patty Julius
Jack;
Thank you so much for your prayers for Mary Beth and our family. Also, thank you for the phone call and our short conversation. It meant so much.
RICH , sorry to hear about your loss.. I know you’re never ready for this. But keep in mind you did everything you could…
Sometimes the Big Guy throws us a curve ball…
Jack Kilker
Jack;
Thank you my CBC brother for your kind words. I appreciate them deeply. Mary Beth is at peace and with the “Big Guy” and looking down on all of us without any more pain or suffering.
Rich, Leann and I are so sorry for your loss. Know she is in Heaven looking down on you and your family. May she rest in peace