She worked various jobs after moving and was introduced on a blind date to her future husband, Thomas, by her sister Kathleen and his brother George. Helene saw many changes during her lifetime but lived life to the fullest with her many friends and large family. She kept her mind sharp with daily jigsaw puzzles, word games and Wheel of Fortune. Many occasions were spent enjoying her favorite Mexican food and cheering on her beloved Denver Broncos. One of Helene’s greatest memories was when, in April 1975, she correctly guessed the “Secret Sound” on KHOW’s Hal and Charlie Show. She won a trip to Mexico and $5,000 in gold which she generously shared with her family.
She is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 53 years, Thomas, her infant son, John Patrick and her daughter, Sheila Beth. She is survived by her children Patrice (Roxie) La Sasso, Maureen (Mike) Garretson, Thomas J. Connors, Rosanne (Clint) Cator, Bridget (Greg) Hearon and numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, great-great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
A small, limited attendee service will be held on Friday, January 15, 2021 at 11am at Olinger Crown Hill, Lakewood, Colorado. Please understand that due to current COVID-19 restrictions, seating for the service in the chapel is limited to immediate family only; however, please feel free to join us immediately following at noon at the graveside (Crown Hill) for a tribute to Helene. A full celebration of her life with family and friends will be planned for later in 2021.
Donations may be made in her memory to foothillsanimalshelter.org.
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