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HELEN PITARYS Obituary

PITARYS, Helen (Natsis) Of Lexington, passed away on August 22. Beloved wife of James Pitarys. Dear sister of Pauline Barrett and her husband, William and the late Anna Natsis. Devoted mother of Pamela Benson, Christopher Pitarys and Gregory Pitarys and his wife, Susan. Loving grandmother of Matthew Benson, Elena Benson, and Andrew Pitarys. The Funeral Service will be held at St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church, 17 Meriam St., Lexington, on Tuesday, August 26, at 11:00 a.m., with Visitation at the church prior to the service, from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Westview Cemetery, in Lexington. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to Dana Farber/The Jimmy Fund, P.O. Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284 or to St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church, 17 Meriam St., Lexington, MA 02420. For obituary, visit www.bedfordfuneralhome.com

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Published by Boston Globe from Aug. 22 to Aug. 24, 2025.

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Shirley Mantalos

August 26, 2025

I worked with Helen at Weston Pediatrics and she was a joy to work with. Always very kind to all the children and made them feel at ease. Being Greek myself we often talked about Greek cooking. She was a joy to be around. I’m so sorry for your loss.
Shirley Mantalos

Rob & Stephanie DeVasto

August 24, 2025

Such a bright light! Helen will be so missed at our beloved St. Nicholas church, where she was a devoted member of our church family. She was always ready to lend a hand anywhere she was needed. So much love and prayers for Jim and family.

Pat & Jim McCadden

August 24, 2025

We’ve known Helen since Pammy and our daughter Kerrin were in kindergarten, over 55 years ago. Those days at Estabrook school and later at social gatherings ( parties, tennis, etc..) were all such fun days. We have so many pictures to prove it, especially of Jim. She was truly a do-all mother. Then later, she went back to college to take up nursing and back to work. Helen was much loved by all who knew her. We will miss you Helen, especially your constant smile and always a kind word.

Jan and Ray Haarstick

August 23, 2025

Our deepest sympathy to Jim and family for their loss of Helen.

Helen a friend of 47 years, was an especially warm person with a beautiful easy smile. Whether you were just chatting or gathering for a party, Helen had ideas. Our memories of their "barn" party, Helen's creative addition to their home party and even our tennis gatherings will always be a welcome memory with many rounds of laughter.

Love and prayers to you, Jim and your whole loving family.

Pauline Barrett

August 22, 2025

There are simply no words to fully express how much I loved my dear sister ..she will be sorely missed by many, but she was especially a gift of unyielding and unconditional love to her family

Helen possessed untold strength that defied her size and she willingly shared it with others when they were in need

What an honor it was to call her "my big sister"

Greg

August 22, 2025

I will forever miss and admire the strongest and most caring person I have ever known.

Susan

August 22, 2025

We love you Yia-Yia!

Pamela

August 22, 2025

May your memory be a blessing to all.

Elena

August 22, 2025

I love you! You are my sunshine!

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Memorial Events
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Aug

26

Visitation

10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church

17 Meriam St., Lexington, MA 02420

Aug

26

Funeral service

11:00 a.m.

St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church

17 Meriam St., Lexington, MA 02420

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Bedford Funeral Home - Bedford

167 Great Road, Bedford, MA 01730

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