Fran B. Stein

Fran Barbara Stein (née Guminak), aged 81, passed away on August 13, 2024, in Long Branch, New Jersey. Born on August 18, 1942, in Bayonne, New Jersey, Fran was known for her gracious giving, beloved personality, loyalty, sincerity, and warmth.

Fran was a dedicated Federal employee for nearly 33 years working initially for the Department of the Navy in Bayonne, and later for the Department of the Army at Fort Monmouth and the Pentagon in Washington, DC. At the Pentagon, she was a vital member of a special unit tasked with preparing contingency plans for nations worldwide. Her exemplary service earned her numerous awards and citations for outstanding performance. She retired in 1995.

Outside of her professional life, Fran was a faithful attendee at St. Michael's Church in West Long Branch, New Jersey. She had a passion for baking, particularly known for her cookies, and took great pride in her role as a homemaker.

Fran is survived by her husband, Hal, and a loving extended family of nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews. She was predeceased by her mother, Frances, in 1984, and her brother, John, in 2023.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, August 19, 2024 at 10:00 am at St. Michael's Church, 800 Ocean Avenue in Long Branch followed by the entombment at Holy Name Cemetery in Jersey City. The family invites you to leave a letter of condolence by selecting the Tribute/Guestbook link above.

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