Frances E. Wilson Lein

December 4, 1929 – December 14, 2018

MISHAWAKA – Frances E. Lein, 89, residing in Mishawaka, Indiana passed away Friday, December 14, 2018 at her home surrounded by family and friends.

Frances was born on December 4, 1929 in South Bend, Indiana to the late Albert Wilson and Victoria (Jones) Wilson and has been a lifelong resident of the River Park area, graduating from Adams High School.  She also attended classes at Indiana University.  Frances worked for thirty years with the South Bend Community Corporation, serving as Administrative Secretary at Clay High School, retiring in 1995.  She formerly attended River Park United Methodist Church, and most recently attended Clay United Methodist Church, where she enjoyed attending Bible Studies.  She was also a part of Bible Study Fellowship International.

Frances is survived by her son, Chris Lein of Mishawaka; grandchildren, Chris, Billy, and Terry Lein; six great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; along with good friends, Carol Senkbeil and June Brown.  She was preceded in death by her son, Terry Lein; sisters, Mary Oshinski, Martha Wappenstein, and Violet Hoover; and brother, Clifford Wilson.

Memorial Services will be held at a later date.  Memorial contribution may be given to Clay United Methodist Church Choir, 52866 N. Ironwood Road, South Bend, IN 46635 or to the charity of the donor’s choice.  Palmer Funeral Home River Park Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements.  Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.palmerfuneralhomes.com.

12/16/2018 JFC