Helen O. Rutkowski, age 80, of Newark, passed away on Wednesday, February 1, 2012. She was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania on July 11, 1931 to the late Frank and Mary Olenik. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her infant sister, Anna Olenik; and brothers, Stephen and Peter Olenik. She is survived by her loving husband of 47 years, Paul Rutkowski; daughter, Christine (Daniel W.) Shrout; and sister in-law, Phyllis Dlugos. Funeral service will be held on Saturday, February 4, 2012 at 10:30am with visitation one hour prior at the SCHOEDINGER GROVE CITY CHAPEL 3920 Broadway Grove City. Pastor Tom Pauquette officiating. Interment will follow at Concord Cemetery, Grove City, Ohio. Contributions in Helen’s memory may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 1379 Dublin Road, Columbus, Ohio 43215. Visit www.schoedinger.com to share a favorite memory of Helen.
