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Helen Oujesky Obituary
FORT WORTH -- Helen V. Oujesky, 79, passed away Monday, Feb. 1, 2010. Dr. Helen V. Oujesky, Ph.D., was born Aug. 14, 1930, in Fort Worth to Lilly and Steve Matusevich. She was a teacher at Trimble Tech until 1963. She received a master's degree from TCU in 1965 and Ph.D. from TWU in 1968. Dr. Oujesky began her professorship in 1973 at the University of Texas at San Antonio, where she retired in 2001. Helen was inducted into the Texas Women's Hall of Fame on Jan. 30, 1997. She was predeceased by her husband, Frank; and son, Christopher. Survivors: Sons, Michael Oujesky and wife, Dinah, and David Oujesky; sister, Lillian Cooper; and grandchildren, Elijah Snow and Kelsee Oujesky. Rosary: 6 p.m. Thursday in Mount Olivet Chapel. Funeral: 1 p.m. Friday at St. Thomas Catholic Church. Interment: 2:30 p.m. in Mount Olivet Cemetery. View and sign guestbook at www.star-telegram.com/obituaries
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John Kilpatrick
February 8, 2010
In 1962 Mrs Oujesky was my Biology teacher, but she was much more, She taught me the importance of an education and to strive for the very best. I will miss her and her lessons.
Mo Nguyen
February 5, 2010
Michael, I'm sorry to hear about your mother's death. You and your mother are in our thoughts and prayers. We will light a candle and say the Rosary in your mother's honor.
Ginney Freeman
February 5, 2010
Dear Mike, I'm so sorry to hear about your mother's death. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Ginney Freeman
Michael Pacocha
February 5, 2010
Michael your mother left a wonderful legacy and will be missed by many. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
February 5, 2010
Our condolences Michael on your loss.
Terry & Nitaya Tcheng
Jeanette Erikson
February 5, 2010
Mike, I am so sorry to hear about your mother. Please accept my condolences on your loss.
February 5, 2010
Michael, Our thoughts and prayers are with you Murali and Tara, albany,NY
February 4, 2010
We send condolences to Helen's family during this difficult time. Helen was truly a blessing to us as our neighbor and dear friend.
Jack and Mary Andersen
San Antonio, TX
Mario Briseno
February 4, 2010
David my condolences on your loss.
My thoughts and prayers are with
you and your family during this time
of sorrow.
Jan Dickhaner
February 4, 2010
Michael, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May your memories bring you comfort throughout this trying time.
Carolyn Oakley
February 4, 2010
The members of the San Antonio Chapter of the Former Students Association of Texas Woman's University wish to express our sympathy to Helen's family. We are sadden to hear of Helen's passing. Our prayers are with all her family.
February 4, 2010
David our thouhts and prayers are with you.
Randy & Cheryl Elledge
Patti Click
February 3, 2010
Michael and David my condolences are with you both and your families. I remember Aunt Helen's sweet face and smile. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Patti (Kubala) Click
Patti Click
February 3, 2010
Michael and David my condolencenses are with you both and your families. I remember that she always had the sweetest face and smile.
Patti Click (KUBALA)
Whitesboro, Tx.
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Janie Dominguez
February 3, 2010
We are sadden to hear of Dr. Oujesky's passing. She was a great lady with a wonderful passion and commitment for her "Expanding Your Horizon" program. Our heartfelt sympathy to her family. Janie Dominguez, UTSA Office of P-20 Initiatives.
Joyce Gornto Cotharn
February 3, 2010
Mrs. Oujesky was a wonderful, kind teacher, who took the time to help students individually. My condolences to the family in its loss.
(Tech Class of 1956)
February 3, 2010
Rex and I wish to offer our prayers to Helen's family.We live across the street from Helen's and Franks long time San Antonio home. We did not see a great deal of them as we both of stayed very busy. After Helen retired, I did get to visit with her more. We shared our past times in Ft. Worth and both our connections to TCU. Helen would be happy to know that her long interest in young women in science has again been addressed here in San Antonio and that there was a lengthy article concerning that event very recently in our paper. At the time I hoped she knew of the event. Helen was a devoted teacher and her family should know how much she was respected for her dedication as a role model for young women. Ellen Martin
Miriam Lambert
February 3, 2010
Michael, I am sorry for your loss. Your mom sounds like she was a great inspiration to many. Moms are special. I lost my mom 2 years ago. I will remember you in my prayers.
Miriam Cole Lambert (AHHS '70)
Yvonne Lansdown (Kubala)
February 3, 2010
Michael and David, My thoughts and prayers and with ya'll at this time. Aunt Helen was such a sweet person, I remember her wonderful laugh. She will surely be missed. My condolences to the entire family.
JOYCE REICHARDT(KUBALA)
February 3, 2010
I remember Aunt Helen with fond memories. My condolences to Michael,David, and all family members for your great loss. I know she will be deeply missed.
Loyce Collenback
February 2, 2010
Helen Oujesky was a great asset to San Antonio, where - through UTSA and several educational organizations - she helped many a young person in obtaining a solid education. She was a role model for those in AAUW and gave of her time unselfishly. We will not forget her endeavors on behalf of all women and girls in advancing equity through advocacy, education, and research.
Mynda Holman McGuire
February 2, 2010
Our friend, Helen Oujesky was President of the San Antonio AAUW Branch in 1985-1987. A long-time AAUW member, Helen was also President of AAUW Texas from 1994-1996.
As a professor of microbiology Helen’s scientific background made her a natural to spearhead our branch’s Expanding Your Horizons program for several years at UTSA. This is a program that introduces middle-school girls to Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics or STEM topics in an annual day-long learning experience.
Many honors came Helen’s way. For example she was inducted into the San Antonio Women’s Hall of Fame in 1987, in the Science and Technology category. Ten years later she was inducted into the Texas Woman’s Hall of Fame. In 1998, Helen was honored with her selection for the AAUW Texas’ Outstanding Member Award.
She will be remembered in this branch as a shining example of a woman who was a powerful advocate and visible leader in education through research, philanthropy and one who made a change in the lives of women and girls.
Malinda Gaul
February 2, 2010
Helen was a wonderful woman who inspired so many women and girls. Her work at UTSA and with Expanding Your Horizons introduced young girls to professions in science and math. I knew her through many years of AAUW work on the San Antonio Branch Board and AAUW Texas Board. Helen mentored me into positions at the state and national level. I always enjoyed her company - she was the first real scientist I knew! I will always remember the road trips we took to state and national conventions, getting lost on the way to Tyler and storming Capitol Hill in D.C. At times Helen seemed like the absent-minded professor, but once you worked with her you knew she was a force of nature. Helen made a difference in this world and she will be greatly missed.
Linda Sue Bradley Stone
February 2, 2010
Mrs. OJ was a huge influence to both my deceased spouse, Dial M. Stone and myself. Please accept my sincerest condolences.
From a 1958 Tech graduate
Richard and Debbie Lopez
February 2, 2010
Please accept our deepest and heartfelt condolences on your loss.
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