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Sister of St. Francis of Assisi Lenore Steilen, 102, was born to Eternal Life Sept. 23, 2025. From 1964-1986, she taught first and second grades and served as principal at Sacred Heart School in Early.
Survivors include the Sisters of St. Francis of Assisi, with whom she shared life for 84 years; a sister, Lee Stainbrook of Rapid City, S.D.; nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, contributions would be appreciated to the Sisters of St. Francis of Assisi Memorial Fund, 3221 S. Lake Dr., Saint Francis, WI 53235-3702.
