Lucy Ann Wargo, O.F.S.

Lucy Ann Wargo, O.F.S., 70, of South Bend, IN, passed away at 1:20 a.m. Thursday, May 25, 2017 in her home, following a brief illness.

She was born on September 13, 1946 to the late Manus and Lucille (Delinski) Wargo in South Bend, IN, and was a lifelong resident.  Along with her parents; she was also preceded in death by her brother, Thomas Wargo in 2011.

Lucy was a graduate of St. Joseph High School and Ball State University.

She retired in May 2007 from School City of Mishawaka, where she was employed as a Teacher for 39 years at Emmons Elementary School.

Lucy is survived by two nieces, Jennifer (Christopher) Freitas of Jupiter, FL; Sarah Wargo of South Bend, IN; one nephew, Patrick (Julie) Wargo of Dallas, TX; her great-nieces and great-nephews, Monica Wargo; C.J., Brendan, Henry and Claire Freitas; and many good friends.

Lucy was a member of Holy Cross Parish and volunteered at St. John the Baptist School in the Art Program for the past 10 years. 

Visitation will be from 3-7 p.m. Sunday, June 4, 2017 at Kaniewski Funeral Home, 3545 N. Bendix Drive, South Bend, IN, where a Franciscan Prayer Service will be held at 5:00 p.m.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m.  Monday, June 5, 2017 at Holy Cross Catholic Church, with Rev. Vincent Coppola, C.S.C. celebrating and Rev. James A. Bracke, C.S.C. con-celebrating.   Burial will follow in Highland Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to: Holy Cross Parish, 920 Wilber Street, South Bend, IN  46628 or Hospice Foundation, Supporting Center for Hospice Care, 501 Comfort Place, Mishawaka, IN  46545.

To send online condolences, please visit, www.kaniewski.com.