Holly Ann Hutchings
Spouse, mother, grandmother, sister, friend, nurse, nurse practitioner and so much more, Holly touched so many people with her extraordinary warmth, humor, compassion and grace.
She is survived by:
-her beloved and adoring husband of 44 years, John Zalewski, MD
-son Paul Zalewski, his wife Jamee Edmundson, and their daughters Kenzie and Ruby
-daughter Beth Doht, her husband John Doht, and their son Oliver
-son Mark Zalewski and his wife Marian
-mother Charmaine Hutchings
-Brother Mark Hutchings
-Sister Nancy Hutchings
-Brother Greg Hutchings and his wife Nancy
In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent in Holly’s name to the Missouri Botanical Garden or the Friends of the St. Louis Public Library. Or, just spread some of the kindness and warmth she shared with you with someone else.
Fare you well, fare you well, we love you more than words can tell
Good-bye to one of the most wonderful people I’ve ever known. You will be sorely missed by me, and by all the fortunate people whose lives you have touched.
You have our deepest sympathy. As a pair of top notch care givers, I’m at a loss for words.
God Bless
I’m so so sad to hear about Holly, what a wonderful person and friend. We had some fabulous times together, such a wonderful kind person, taken way too soon. Love and Hugs to you all Keith and Holly
To all the Zalewski and Hutchings family, I am so deeply saddened to hear about Holly. She has been a very special friend for the past 55 years of my life. I was lucky to have known her. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Charmaine and family,
May her blessing be a memory to you all.
Tim and Sally Hanson
Jim and I are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
The Sauerhoff family is deeply saddened to hear the news of Holly’s death. She inspired the best in us in so many ways. Our thoughts are with the Hutchings and Zalewski family at this difficult time.
I was very sorry to learn of Holly’s death. Please know that I keep her and all her family members in my thoughts and prayers.
May she rest in the peace of God’s love.
So very sorry for your loss. DR. Z, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
They’re ready Donald Green and Marge Green and Weisenfels would like to thank U for your love and the services to us through the years .
I offer my deepest sympathy to you, Holly’s family. I felt so sad when I learned Holly had moved on to the spiritual world. She was a warm and caring person. Her presence on earth will be sorely missed. Barb Murray
I knew Holly from the Ymca classes that we were in together. We spoke often as both of us are NP’s. I will miss her kind soul and beautiful personality. I am so sad for her family.
We’re so sorry about Holly’s death. She always had a smile on her face and was very friendly to her patients. Our hearts go out to you and your family.
Our prayers are with you in this time of sadness
We are so sorry to hear about the loss of Holly. We have many great memories and considered her a dear friend. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Zalewski family.
Shocked and saddened by Holly’s passing.She was so brave and upbeat during her illness while at the same time addressing the needs of others. It was truly a pleasure to have known her. My sincere condolences to John and his family.
My heartfelt condolences to the Zalewski family. I had no idea that Holly was ill. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Dear John, Paul, Beth and Mark,
Your mom shared so many stories with me about all of you when I was her patient. She was one of my favorite people. She was the best!!
Sue Miller
What a lovely woman and what a lovely family. Holly was always so kind and supportive of all, with an infectious laugh and a smile that brightened every situation. My heart and prayers are with Holly, her family and friends. Love, warmth and hugs.
John and family,
My deepest sympathy. You have been in my thoughts.
Laura Loudermilk
West Genesee ’69 classmate
Our condolences to Holly’s family as you mourn the loss of such a special person in your family circle. We were blessed by her caring and expertise over many years. She was a treasure and will be greatly missed. We pray that God will comfort your hearts and fill your hearts with many fond memories.
Tom and Linda Ray
This is such sad news. My heart goes out to her family. I knew Holly years ago from swimming. But she was my medical provider in recent years. I will miss her kind tender touch and wonderful knowledge.
Jill O’Sullivan
Though I have not kept in touch since high school, I have fond memories of Holly during our formative teen years. I am not surprised to learn of how much she continued to be loved, loving, and fun.
All whose life’s path ever crossed hers, however short or long, were better for it.
My condolences to all of her family for such a tremendous loss.
Linda Gorman Thomas
I am so sorry for your loss, Dr. Z. Please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Tom and myself as well as our Beth are terribly saddened to hear of Holly’s death. What a wonderful, fun, loving person. We will be comforted by our memories of the time spent with Holly and your family.
I am so sad to hear of Holly’s death, and sorry for your loss.
We are shocked and saddened to learn of Holly’s death. We have such fond memories of being with Holly at swim meets. She was such a kind person with an unbelievable ability to calculate our child’s next race time! She will be missed. Our deepest sympathies to the Zalewski’s.
Dr. Zalewski, you and Holly cared for my dad, Frank Lewandowski. I spoke with Holly many times over the years. She always had comforting words. May your precious memories live in your hearts always.
My husband Walter and I are deeply saddened to hear of the death of Holly. She was such a compassionate and well educated care giver. We will miss her greatly. We send our sympathies to Dr Zalewski and to her family. May God bless and comfort you at this time.
The Lambs
We were so very saddened to hear about Holly….
She was such a caring, strong and elegant lady. Our thoughts are with her wonderful family, friends, and co-workers.
She will forever be in our memories!!!
John, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Holly touched so many lives in such a positive way with her knowledge and caring attitude. My sincere condolences to you and your family.
Deepest sympathies from the entire Watkins family. We will pray for Holly, the Hutchings and Zalewski families, and all who mourn her passing.
Our deep and heartfelt sympathy for Dr. Zalewski and family.
We are both so saddened to hear of Holly’s passing. All our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this sad time.
We’re sorry for your loss and trust you are comforted by the prayers of the many whose lives she touched. May God Bless all of you.
Jerry & Bonnie Watkins
Dr. Zalewski,
Our deepest sympathy on the loss of your wife Holly. She was a wonderful NP who also cared for us several times. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
I am very sorry to hear of your loss. It may seem odd coming from a patient but I have always considered myself part of your very extended family. Holly and John have always been a part of my life. I send my prayers and condolences.
I so enjoyed the brief time I spent with Holly. She was extremely knowledgeable.
George and I send our heartfelt condolences to the Zalewski family.
Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Holly was one of those people who lit up the room when she walked in. She will be missed. S. Jean
My prayers and deepest sympathy
My deepest sympathy. I wish she had more time with you, John. -Parag
Our sympathy and prayers for the Zalewski
Family. We are so sorry for your loss.
You’re in our thoughts and prayers. She was a special person.
Dr. Zalewski,
I have just learned of your wife’s passing and just wanted to express to you how truly sorry that I am for your loss! You are a good man that cares so much for your patients!!! I can not imagine what you must be going through! You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers!!!
Yours truly,
John Belcher
Dr. Z and family, I was totally surprised and saddened for your loss. Holly was always so pleasant and helpful at the clinic. Obviously this happened way too soon. You are in my thoughts, God Bless
sorry for your lost dr z and old patient
Dears John and family, I am so very sorry that you have too soon lost your dear Holly. Please accept my deepest sympathy. Holly was such a lovely, brave lady, with a gloriously enchanting smile. May she rest in peace. With lots of love and prayers to you all from Maura’s mom.
We are so sorry to learn of the loss of Nurse Holly. She was wonderful. Our thoughts are with Dr. Zalewski, his family and everyone at the Mercy Clinic in Crestwood.
Our deepest condolence to you Dr. Zalewski. We will send a donation to MBG.
Our God says that anyone who believes in Jesus will live with Him forever in a world far better than this one. I will pray for you Dr. Z
Dr.Z and family,
I am so saddened to hear of your loss, all of us who knew her will miss her at the office.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Such a wonderful woman. Loved carpooling with her to swim practice. Thoughts and prayers are with your family. Sending hugs from the Fonke family. Bridget, Peggy, John, and Robbie
Such a wonderful woman. I loved carpooling with her to swim practice. Thoughts are with your family. Sending hugs to you all.
I was shocked and saddened to learn of Holly’s death. My sympathy to John, Paul, Beth, Mark and all of those who knew and loved Holly. I am so sorry for your loss.
What a loss for her family, for our community, for our world. A radiant presence. Blessings and peace in the days ahead.
My husband and I would like to extend our deepest condolences for your loss.
Our sympathy to the Zalewski family. The team of Holly and John have been my care givers for my adult life. So sorry to read this. Julie and I extend our deepest sympathy.
John and Mark and Paul and Beth, My heart is sad with this news. Holly was such a kind and caring person…full of life and love. Holly was the first Kirkwood mom I met at water polo in 2003 and she made me feel so welcome. I remember sitting next to her during many games. Always a smile, always a nice word. On behalf of the Bachman family, we send our love and prayers to your family as you grieve the loss of this extraordinary lady.
Dr. and Family, My condolences at this very difficult time. I only knew Holly as a patient, but in my limited interaction I could tell she was very special. I know the pain of losing loved ones and I only hope you can recall all the joy and love she shared as a wife and a mother.
John and family–I just learned of Holly’s death and was shocked and saddened. It’s been 4 yrs since I left St Louis however I fondly remember her . She was a joy and we always seemed to end up talking about our kids! John i am so sorry for your loss. Remember the good times you shared and may those memories give you comfort. . My deepest sympathy sent across the miles.
Our hearts are shocked and heavy with this sad news. Holly was so embracing and kind. We spent hours at water polo games and other Kirkwood High School events cheering on our boys. We witnessed what she was to her family and attempt to grasp the meaning of that void. We extend our sympathy and love to each of you. Lisa and David Holley
Dr Zalewski, ever since we learned of Holly’s passing yesterday, you have been in my thoughts and prayers. I don’t know what your beliefs are or where your faith lies, but I know that Christ’s arms are open wide and there to fill you with His love, His peace, strength and hope. I know that we are just patients, but we care very deeply for you. We are so very sorry for your loss.
I was unaware of Holly’s passing until yesterday when my daughter brought it up thinking that I knew. My heart hurts knowing that Holly is not on this earth anymore and I that I did not know. What a lady! And what a loving and caring practitioner she was to so many including me. I feel sad for her wonderful family but know she is sending her love and light to them from Heaven. Thank you God for gracing us with precious Holly during her time on earth and I send my best to Holly’s family and community. I am sorry for such a loss but am grateful that I was touched by her beautiful spirit when I needed it.