Lorraine Rose Eli, a gentle soul whose love knew no bounds, passed away peacefully on August 25, 2024, at her home in Falls City. Born on September 9, 1944, in Floresville, to the late Ben and Emily Apolonia (Keller) Swientek, Lorraine's presence in this world was a beacon of compassion and grace.

Her life's journey was punctuated by a deep love for nature, finding solace in the songs of birds and the tranquility of fishing. An avid traveler, Lorraine's heart was forever seeking new horizons, yet never straying from her faith at the core. Her devotion to the Catholic Church was unwavering, as she and her husband, Leon, shared their wisdom as catechism teachers, leaving an indelible mark on all who knew her.

In honoring her memory, Lorraine will be remembered for her selfless nature and unwavering kindness that touched the lives of many. She will forever remain in the hearts of her daughter, Karen Morales, and son, Sam "Skipper" Jansky, embodying the epitome of a life well-lived.

Lorraine is survived by her children, Karen Morales and husband John, Sam "Skipper" Jansky Jr. and wife Barbara, and brother, Chester Swientek and wife Lillian. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Justin Morales and Ashly Pacheco, Cassandra Morales, Garret Morales, Hannah Hierholzer and husband Jacob, Dustin Siegert, Cody Siegert and wife Devyn, and Jennifer Kruciak and husband John, great-grandchildren, Patience, Kaiden, Raiden and Felicity Glover, Amelia Morales, Layla, Lane and Lacy Hierholzer, Zayden, and Caleb Wiatrek, Braddock Siegert, along with nieces, nephews and other relatives.

Lorraine was preceded in death by her husband, Jack "Leon" Eli Sr.; grandson, Hunter Jansky; great-grandson, Jace Wiatrek, and parents, Ben and Emily Swientek.

Services will be held on Wednesday, September 4, 2024, at St. Andrew Catholic Church, starting with visitation at 10:00 am, the rosary to be recited at 10:30 am, and mass will be celebrated at 11:00 am. She will be laid to rest next to Leon, in St. Andrew Cemetery #2, following the mass.

As we bid farewell to Lorraine, may her memory be a blessing that warms the hearts of those who knew and loved her.