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Helena Spitzer Obituary

Helena Spitzer, 61, of Bethlehem, passed away on Wednesday, June 3, 2020 at Chestnut Hill Hospital, Philadelphia. Born April 30, 1959 in Allentown, she was a daughter of the late Anton and Pauline (Garger) Spitzer. She was a member of Queenship of Mary Church, Northampton. Helena had a love for singing. Survivors: sisters, Paula Schleicher and Christine Norcross, wife of Charles; nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. Private services are under the direction of the Reichel Funeral Home, Northampton. Online condolences may be offered at www.reichelfuneralhome.com. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be presented to LifePath, 3500 High Point Blvd., Bethlehem, PA 18017 in loving memory of Helena.

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Published by Morning Call on Jun. 6, 2020.

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Ronald Wasserman, MD

June 9, 2020

I was so sorry to hear of Helena's passing. I enjoyed seeing Helena in the office with your lovely and caring parents.

Kathleen Reenock

June 8, 2020

Our deepest sympathies to Paula and Chris on the falling asleep of your beautiful HelenĂ . Your memories of her will bring a smile and a tear but they will be special. Love to you both at this difficult time.
George and Kaki Reenock

Vivian Olver

June 7, 2020

Helena was one of the dearest ladies that I had the honor to help care for at Lifepath. I will always remember her smile. She was a true princess.

Bob & Sandi Frasqueri

June 7, 2020

"I wish you nothing but comfort and strength. Rest in peace, Helena

June 6, 2020

Very little can be said when sorrow touches the heart. Deepest sympathy to the Spitzer family.
John & Cas Meltsch

Jamie L Watkins

June 6, 2020

Knowing Helena many years was a blessing . Her sense of humor was wonderful and her smile and laugh were contagious. Enjoyed her singing especially you are my sunshine. Sending love and hugs to her sisters and family ..

Joann & Bill Knopf

June 6, 2020

So sorry for the loss of your sister. Thinking of you Christine and all the good times we had.

Emilie Martin

June 6, 2020

Dearest Paula and Christine. My heart hurts to hear of Helena's passing. Heaven now has a beautiful angel who taught so many what love really is. Our families path in life brought us together. In your family, we found friendship and love in ways none of us imagined. Our parents led the way. My sister Christine and Helena always remembered each other through the years. Sending love now and always. Emilie and Fred Martin and Christine Bendekovits

Pat & John Paukovits

June 6, 2020

Paula & family, Even though I never met your sister, I felt as though I knew her through all the wonderful things you told me while we worked together. Your greatest gift to her was her knowing she was loved. With sympathy.

Deborah (Nikischer) Yandle and Paula Bencik

June 6, 2020

Thinking of you and remembering all of the wonderful times our families spent together so long ago. Our deepest sympathies to all of you.

Stephanie Creyer

June 6, 2020

Paula my heart goes out to you on the loss of your sister. I know how much she meant to you. Cherish the memories of her and they will live in your heart forever. God bless you at this difficult time.

John an Rosemarie Cowitch

June 6, 2020

Paula. Cristy. So sorry to see your sister past away shes now with mom and dad REST IN PEACE Helena

Liz Mann

June 6, 2020

Deepest sympathies Paula on the loss of your sister. May you find comfort in the sympathies from others and the memories you have to share.

Hilda Beale

June 5, 2020

My deepest sympathy to Paula, Chris & family. Another angel in heaven. Fly high Helena.

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