Eric C. Hensic, 69, of Jefferson County

Eric C. Hensic, 69, of Jefferson County died June 5, 2022, at Mercy Hospital St. Louis in Creve Coeur. Mr. Hensic practiced law since 1978 and owned and operated the law firm of Eric C. Hensic in High Ridge. He was passionate about working with clients, children and families in the foster care system. He was a friend of Bill W. for 28 years. He also was an avid fisherman and loved the outdoors. He enjoyed traveling, and he was a supporter of humanitarian and environmental causes. Born Aug. 27, 1952, in St. Louis, he was the son of the late Jeanette A. (Stine) and George H. Hensic.

He is survived by two children: Stacy (Josh) Rains and Courtney (Mark) Hill; two siblings: Carol (James) Simpson and Kurt I. Hensic; and four grandchildren: Jude Branning, Asher Rains, and Eva and Hannah Hill.

A celebration of life will be held from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 27, at Brookdale Farms (The Barn), 8004 Twin Rivers Road, in Eureka.