ELKHART — After a courageous battle with cancer, Selina (Stahl) Leon, 56, completed her mission for the Kingdom of God & was called home to heaven on April 17, 2018.  Selina was born to the late John A. and Jean (Bussard) Stahl.  She was a dedicated mother to her children, Gabriella who passed in 1994, Emily (Joseph) Morrison, Noah (Taya) Santoyo, and Hanah Leon, and a loving sister to Laura (Leanne) Stahl and John (Yolanda) Stahl. In addition to her parents, and daughter, a brother Eric and sister Dawn, preceded her in death.

Even while battling cancer, her faith was evident to those around her. Some of her children's favorite life lessons included:

-Listen, not only with your ears, but with your heart & mind.

-Be kind to others; you never know the journey they've been on.

-Say hello & smile to others. You may be the only kind person they meet that day.

-The world is filled with wonder, take time to appreciate the world around you.

-Never go to sleep angry.

-Don't sweat the small stuff.

-Forgiveness will set you free.

She was an Elkhart native & Central High school graduate, Selina worked for Colombo's for over two decades. Her favorite pastime was watching her daytime soap operas & taking her children to the park.

On Monday, April 23, a celebration of life will be held in the Sailor Community Center at Hubbard Hill, 28070 Co Rd 24, Elkhart, IN 46517.  The party begins at 5 p.m. where you can express your love and fond memories of Selina. Rob Trimmer will share a message at 5:30 pm. The family will share a private meal after Rob's message.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make a donation to Five Star Life, a non-profit mentorship program for middle school students. Checks can be made out to Five Star Life at 2204 California Rd., Elkhart, IN 46514. Arrangements are under the care of Billings Funeral Home.