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Helen Toth Obituary
Feb. 20, 1924 - Dec. 31, 2016
SOUTH BEND - Helen T. Toth, 92, residing in South Bend, passed away peacefully at 8:15 p.m. Saturday, December 31, 2016 at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, Mishawaka. She was born February 20, 1924 in South Bend, a daughter of Michael & Helen Kobek, and has remained a lifelong resident of this community.
She graduated from Washington High School, and received her bachelor's degree in education from Indiana University of South Bend. She was employed as a teacher with the South Bend Community School Corp., primarily working at Monroe Elementary School. She was a longtime member of the Cathedral of St. Matthew, was a member of Christ Child Society, and enjoyed ushering at the Morris Performing Art Center. She served as first President of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Knights of Columbus. Helen enjoyed gardening, exercising and friendships at Fitness USA and Memorial Health & Lifestyle Center for more than 40 years. She especially has treasured the many happy summers with her husband, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren at her home at Birch Lake since 1959.
On January 23, 1943 in South Bend, as Helen Kobek, she was united in marriage to Dr. Joseph A. Toth. Together, they enjoyed 64 years of marriage until his passing on October 4, 2007. She was also preceded by a son, Joseph Michael Toth on October 19, 2006, a granddaughter, Kathleen Syson, along with seven sisters and brothers.
Helen's surviving family includes five daughters, Helen (Bill) Moore of Columbus, OH, Karen (Mark) Evans of Portland, OR, Terry (David) Carroll of South Bend, IN, Ann (Charles) Kesmodel of Noblesville, IN and Dr. Paula (Michael) Toth-Russell of South Bend, IN; and two sons, John (Carol) Toth of Indianapolis, IN; and Greg Toth of South Bend, IN. Also surviving are eighteen grandchildren, and twenty-four great-grandchildren.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 4, 2017 at the Cathedral of St. Matthew, 1701 Miami St., South Bend. Burial will be at Cedar Grove Cemetery on the campus of the University of Notre Dame. The family will receive friends from 4:00-8:00 p.m. Tuesday, January 3, at the Palmer Funeral Home-Guisinger Chapel, 3718 South Michigan Street, South Bend, where a parish Rosary will be said at 4:30 p.m. Tuesday.
Expressions of sympathy on behalf of Mrs. Toth may be offered to the Bishop Crowley Educational Fund at St. Matthew's. Online condolences to the family may be sent at www.palmerfuneralhomes.com.
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Michael Pilsitz
January 4, 2017
I must say, Mrs. Toth certainly led a full life. Having not seen her for about 50 years I was unaware of all of her accomplishments. I'm sorry that I missed out. I'll never forget going to the Toths' house after school; a classic example of organized chaos!
Sincere condolences,
Mike (Pill-a-sits) Pilsitz
(Classmate of John Toth)
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January 3, 2017
Helen was such a sweet woman and always so caring for every person she met. I would only see her at the gym, but each time she saw me she always brought joy to my day.
Bev Donati
January 3, 2017
Helen never needed the school principal to help manage her classroom. She knew how to deal with anything that came her way. She was a legendary teacher. It was pleasurable to enjoy her company more recently at Health and Lifestyle and to reflect on her legacy. A long life well lived. Deep condolensces to the Toth family.
January 3, 2017
Our prayers and sympathy go out to the Toth Family. Very sorry !!
The Rouhselang Family
January 3, 2017
Prayers and Love to your family. Jeffrey & Mary T.(Danch) Sparks
Bernie, Lois & Christopher Jozwiak
January 2, 2017
We were saddened to hear of Aunt Helen's passing. I have fond memories of visits at the lake and at home in South Bend. Always warm and welcoming is what I'll remember. We will be unable to join you In person but know the entire Toth family has been and will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers.
C.J. & Helen
Cindy Janiak
January 2, 2017
I only met Helen a couple years ago at the healthclub, but we were blessed with her presence outside of there at a few lunches. We had some REALLY good times in just the short time we had together! Helen loved to laugh, and that is exactly how I will remember her. I called her a couple of weeks ago to check up on her. During that call, I said ALL the things one 'wishes they had a chance to say' to a loved one before they leave... I'm happy & thankful that I did that. Prayers & condolences to her family who, I'm sure, won't ever be the same without her. God Bless them all. Fly high Helen.
Greg Fahey
January 2, 2017
My condolences go out to the entire Toth family. Many happy memories growing up in the neighborhood. She is in God's hands now.
Lisa Fredrick
January 2, 2017
Mrs. Toth was one of my favorite teachers at Monroe. She was always so kind to the students. Rest peacefully, Mrs. Toth
Marc Caenepeel
January 2, 2017
So sorry hearing about the passing of Helen. Yes, I have many good memories of her and all the Toth family growing up in the 60's at Birch lake.
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