Obituary of Frances Elaine Wellein

It is with great sadness that we announce that our beloved Frances passed away peacefully on October 9, 2021 at Grand River Hospital Kitchener at the age of 73. 

Loving spouse of Bill Crone and devoted “mom” to their precious pup Bella. 

Cherished sister of Nancy and Mary Anne Wellein, niece of Joan Fackoury and Mary Wellein, and her cousins Verenna (Terry) Finlay, Debbi Schreiter, Steve Fackoury, Mark (Anita) Fackoury, Andrea Hilker (Ron), Donna (Jim) Meagher, Pat Hayward (Ron), Connie (John) Kraft, Susan (Nelson) Pleau, Edward (Lorrie) Wellein and their extended families.

Predeceased by her parents Frank and Elaine Wellein, her aunts and uncles, (Maurice) Bud and Ronnie Shantz, (Harold) Curly Shantz (Violet), Charles and Catherine Wellein, Anthony Fackoury, Helen Wellein, (Edward) Bud Wellein (Joyce), (William) Billy Wellein and Sidney Wellein, and her special pets Joker, Charlie, Amos, Buddy, Rufus and Rosie.   

Frances will remain forever in the hearts of her dear friends Ursula & Peter Berkenhoff, Jo-Anne Walters and Jeannette Julie.

Frances was a member of the Maple Leaf Doll Club, and a SABLE (Senior Activities Bring Life Experiences) Committee member.  She enjoyed many years of SABLE Fall getaways with fellow active seniors.

Cremation has taken place.  A private graveside service will be held at Parkview Cemetery.  A memorial Celebration of Life will be held for family and friends on a later date.  Details to follow.   

Condolences for the family and donations to The Heart and Stroke Foundation, The Humane Society of Kitchener Waterloo and Stratford Perth, or Waterloo Wayside at Emmanuel United Church, may be arranged through the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home 171 King Street St. S., Waterloo at www.erbgood.com or 519-745-8445.