Elaine F. Molenda Obituary
The passing of Elaine F. Molenda of South Bend, Indiana occurred on September 25, 2026. Elaine, born on June 17, 1930, is remembered by those who knew her. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Elaine F. Molenda to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Thomas Krol and Martha Wawrzyniak Krol; her children, Michelle Klingler and Craig Molenda (Linda); her grandchildren, Brandi Molenda and Zachary Klingler; and her sisters, Marlene Kestermeier and Joan Sarber.
She is survived by: her children, Brian Molenda (Alexis) of South Bend, Neil Molenda (Dana) of Mishawaka, Karen Hundt (Michael) of Bremen, Paul Molenda of Cheltenham, MD and Mike Molenda of Chesapeake, VA.; and her grandchildren, Mitchell Molenda, Amanda Molenda, Derek Molenda, Craig Principe, Brandon Principe, Jaime Klingler, Alison Hundt Russell, Jacob Hundt, Brittney Hundt and Brandon Molenda. She is also survived by 11 great-grandchildren, as well as several nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, October 25th 2026 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Mishler's Funeral Home (2030 IN-331, Bremen, IN 46506). A Mass will be held on Monday, October 26th 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the All Souls Chapel at Cedar Grove Cemetery (Notre Dame, IN 46556). The inurnment will be held on Monday, October 26th 2026 at the All Souls Chapel at Cedar Grove Cemetery, Notre (Notre Dame, IN 46556).
In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Zachary E. Klingler Chair at Riley Children's Foundation, P.O. Box 3356, Indianapolis, IN 46206-3356.
