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Frances R. "Fran" Paine

1941 - 2026

Frances R. "Fran" Paine obituary, 1941-2026, Janesville, WI

BORN

1941

DIED

2026

FUNERAL HOME

Schneider Funeral Directors

1800 East Racine Street

Janesville, Wisconsin

Frances Paine Obituary

Janesville, WI - Frances "Fran" Ruth Paine was welcomed to heaven into the loving arms of her Savior on March 2, 2026. A joyful day for her but a sad day for family and friends left behind. Fran was born in Chicago, IL. She was the daughter of Anthony and Mary Wrobel. Fran had three children, Catherine Pain, Thomas Paine, and Janine (Paine) Stearns. Fran was a talented crafter and an avid reader. She enjoyed puzzles and knitting. One of her biggest joys was spending time with friends and family

Blessed to have shared her life is her daughter, Janine (Dan) Stearns; grandchildren, Kristin (Matt) Holtz and Shannon (Sam) Iverson; and great grandchildren, Ameilia and Lainey.

Fran is preceded in death by her daughter, Catherine; son, Thomas; sisters, Sally and Mary; brothers, Walter and Chester; and half-sisters, Helen and Jean.

A visitation will be held at 10:30 a.m. on March 16, 2026 at Bethel Baptist Church followed by a memorial service at 11:00 a.m. SCHNEIDER FUNERAL DIRECTORS is assisting the family. For online condolences and guestbook, please visit: www.schneiderfuneraldirectors.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Gazette from Mar. 11 to Mar. 12, 2026.

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Mar

17

Visitation

10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Bethel Baptist Church

Janesville, WI 53546

Mar

17

Service

11:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.

Bethel Baptist Church

Janesville, WI 53546

Funeral services provided by:

Schneider Funeral Directors

1800 East Racine Street, Janesville, WI 53545

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