Helen M. Lechlitner Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Helen M. Lechlitner, 97, Elkhart, died 12:30 a.m. Tuesday, April 21, 2020 at the home of her daughter, Connie Hill. She was born June 16, 1922 in St. Joseph County, to Roscoe & Candace (Beehler) Letherman. On Oct. 12, 1947, she married James L. Lechlitner and he died Aug. 11, 2005. Surviving are a daughter, Connie (Terry) Hill, Elkhart, sons, John (Mary Ann) Lechlitner, Middlebury, Keith Lechlitner, Elkhart and 3 grandchildren, Amber Lechlitner, Corey & Caleb Hill. Preceding her in death are her parents, husband, sister, Alice Faye Letherman and brothers, Kenneth Letherman & Stanley Letherman. Helen attended Madison School and was known for her wonderful garden, generosity towards others and her impeccable work ethic. She was a homemaker and previously worked at the Hatchery, Boris Smoler Dress Factory, Elkhart and helped provide care for her grandparents. She was a member of Wakarusa Missionary Church. Private family services will be held. Rich Witmer will officiate and burial will be in Olive (West) Cemetery. Memorial donations may be directed to the Wakarusa Missionary Church. Rieth-Rohrer-Ehret-Lienhart Funeral Home, Wakarusa, is handling arrangements and condolences , memories and support may be sent through our website at www.rrefh.com or by mail to P.O. Box 2, Wakarusa, Indiana 46573

Helen M. Lechlitner

June 16, 1922 - April 21, 2020