Julie Ann Malchow, age 60, of East Bethel died February 18, 2023 at Cambridge Medical Center. A Celebration of Life will be held from 4:00 P.M. – 10:00 P.M. Friday, March 31st at the St. Francis American Legion.
Julie Ann Malchow was born February 14th 1963 to Doug and Kathleen Steinke. She is preceded in death by both parents, Phyllis Breyen (Aunt). She is survived by Roger Malchow (Husband), children/step-children – Jeremy (Jessica) Malchow, Grizzley (Katie) Malchow, Brian (Aquisha) Malchow, Cassandra Quinonez and Kaitlyn Malchow. Siblings Judy (Tom) Behlke, Janet (Mark) Gordon, Tim (Paula) Steinke, Tom (Mary Kay) Steinke; grandchildren and step-grandchildren; Quinn, Annika, Brannick, Paige, Leah, Dominick, Maverick, Kreed and Devyn, Best Friend Lauren Jensen.
She was raised in Nowthen, MN on the Steinke Dairy Farm. She attended Elk River High School and later attended a two year vocational school. She had her first daughter Cassandra in 1989 and raised her as a single mom for two years before she met her husband whom she would marry in August 1993. Roger had three boys that she would consider her own and took under her wing. She and Roger then had their daughter, Kaitlyn in 1994. They raised their family in St. Francis until they built a house in Nowthen in 2007. Due to the economy crash they moved back to St. Francis in 2011 and lived at a couple different homes before they would buy their mobile home. Julie will always be remembered by her big heart and sarcastic humor. She was known as Momma Bear to many because of her loving nature. Julie was a homemaker and her cooking was phenomenal. She always cooked enough food to feed an army. Her door was always open. Family was very important to her, she loved hosting, and attending family gatherings while playing Skip-bo and Yatzee. The last 6 years of her life she spent her time with her grandkids and working bingo. She was known as “The Bingo Lady.” She made many friends whom she loved and cherished being around. Julie will be missed by all her family and friends always and forever.
Here is your favorite saying Mama Bear from us All – “Miss on you Pister, you ain’t so muckin fuch, go back off in your own jack yard.”
Julie was such a special person, she loved to laugh and make things fun. I loved having Julie as a Day Care parent in our child care. She always made sure to add special gestures, and one of my favorites was every year she gave us a fun Christmas Decoration that all the kids would enjoy. Thinking of the entire family.
I will miss seeing Julie when I go to bingo and the little break conversations. She was the best caller and always made it fun! Her smile, jokes, laugh, the list goes on. It will never be the same without her. Prayers to her friends and family. ❤️
JULIE What can I say she was my first neighbor next door to me in Elk River 1990 and a very good Day Care provider for my first 2 children we became very good friends always having a good laugh ,when I needed that shoulder she was there I hope I was that for her. 5 years later we moved back to wadena but still remained very good friends distance sucks but we always tried to make things work out . I will always keep you and your family close to my heart, always in my prayers. Love you all . Your Mom was a good Friend and she will not be forgotten .
I’m so saddened by the passing of Julie. She was such a lovely person. I always made sure to talk to her when out and about and at the greens. I will truly miss her.
My prayers go out to her loved ones. I so sorry for your loss.
We are so sorry to hear this news about Julie. Our thoughts and prayers to Cassie and the rest of her family.
Hey, Julie…..I miss you so much already. Bingo will not be the same ever again. I knew when I saw you walk in the door, we were gonna have a blast. Miss you, my friend.
I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. One of my first friends in grade school when I moved to Elk River in 5 th grade. All the school years together, Future Farmers of America and going to Washington DC together. All the parties, bars and get togethers. Weddings of our friends and families. You were always so bright, shiny and full of humor. May you be at peace in your new journey. My love and prayers to all your family and friends.
Julie was friendly to everyone. She had a laugh that would make you smile and laugh yourself. No matter how long it has been since we have seen each other we always would have things to talk about and laugh about when we did run into each other. I will always have happy memories of Julie and will miss her very much. Hugs to her wonderful family!
I will miss my resident, she was always pleasant and well organized. I am sure many of the GreyStone community will miss her. It was a shocking and sad day for me when I got the news. May she be dwelling in the peace of the God of her understanding.
I’m very sorry to hear of this. I’ll never forget the kindness Julie showed for my son during a very difficult time in his life. She was a real life Angel and I will never forget her.
Momma bear, you saved my life.
I love you. I’m so sad to write this.
Oh how Mama Bear was one of a kind!!!! Always has her arms and heart wide open! Known her since Brian and I weee in 9th grade. And I will never forget her coming to meet my daughter for the first time with Katie and sammi, and holding Addy as if she were her own! You will be so missed Mama Bear! ❤️ Thoughts, Love, and Prayers to the family!!!!
Julie was a beautiful,kind,fun person. We met her as”The Bingo Lady” Always a kind word or sarcastic comment to Pat. All in fun. We love her and will miss her. Love, hugs and prayers to all family and friends. Rest In Peace Julie.
I will miss her laugh and her teasing on bingo nights. She was always there to talk to if you wanted to vent or ask for an opinion. I will miss you my friend until we meet again
Julie was like another mom to me when I was a kid, I was over at her house so often with Cassie. She was always so welcoming and fun to be around.
I remember lots of laughs, Skip-bo rounds, and awesome food at her house.
She was a wonderful lady and will be missed by many.