Julann “Jul” Eschrich, age 67, of Holts Summit, Mo., passed away unexpectedly at her home on December 25, 2024.

Jul was born in Columbia, Mo., on April 10, 1957, a daughter of Julian “Bud” and Ruth Dittmer Schumacher. She married Ernie Eschrich on October 15, 1987. Ernie survives at their home. Jul studied interior design at the University of Missouri, where she earned her Bachelor of Science Degree.

She was a very creative individual and was the owner and floral designer at Gazebo Flowers and Gifts when residing in Fayette. Jul was later employed in interior design with Lowe’s Corporation, a job that she truly enjoyed. She was also artistic and was a talented painter. She enjoyed many kinds of crafts, as well as gardening and cooking. Jul was known for her keen sense of humor. You knew she considered you a friend if you were a recipient of her good-natured humor and no one had to question where she stood on her opinions.

Those cherishing her memory include her husband, Ernie Eschrich; her sister, Jan Stearns and husband, Cla; several nieces, nephews, and great nieces and great nephews, and her best friend and confidant, Becky Peters.

Jul was preceded in death by her parents, Bud and Ruth Schumacher, and her brother, Joe Schumacher.

Condolences may be shared at www.bachyager.com.

Bach-Yager Funeral Chapel is honored to serve Jul’s family.