What is Sheila Wellstone's full name?
Sheila Ison Wellstone
Sheila Wellstone nickname(s):
Sheila Ison
Sheila Wellstone date of birth:
August 18, 1944
How old was Sheila Wellstone when died?
58
When did Sheila Wellstone die?
October 25, 2002
What is Sheila Wellstone nationality?
American
What is Sheila Wellstone's occupation?
Activist
Sheila Wellstone claim to fame:
Advocate for human rights, the environment, and peace and Wife of Senator Paul Wellstone who died with her husband in a tragic plane crash
Short Biography
Sheila Ison Wellstone (August 18, 1944 – October 25, 2002) was an advocate for human rights, the environment, and peace. She was married to U.S. Senator from Minnesota Paul Wellstone. Wellstone focused much of her work on domestic violence, assisting survivors and pursuing policies to support its prevention. In 2002, she considered running for Governor of Minnesota. However, she died in a plane crash along with her husband and daughter Marcia later the same year. The Sheila Wellstone Institute continues her commitment to building power and visibility to ensure that ending violence against women and children is a national priority.