Helen M. Matis

Helen M. Matis
Helen M. Matis, 96, of Southport, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 31, 2025.
Daughter of George and Mary Matis, Helen was a lifelong Southport resident and one of eight children. She worked for the Kish Real Estate Insurance Agency for most of her working life, as a Secretary and Bookkeeper, but her true passion was being involved in everything having to do with her beloved parish, St. Anthony of Padua Church. Helen was a member of the Holy Name Society and the St. Anthony Women's Guild for many years. She also often volunteered her time for any church fundraisers, such as the annual picnic every July, dances, Christmas Fairs or anything that involved her spending time with her fellow parishioners.
In addition to her parents, Helen was predeceased by her seven siblings, George Matis, Thomas Matis, John Matis, Joseph Matis, Walter Matis, Florence Kaczegowicz and Ann Bensey. She is survived by many nieces and nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews and even great-great-nieces and great-great-nephews. Helen's family would like to give a special thank you to Barbara, Helena, and especially Olena, for the loving care they gave Helen over the last few years.
Friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Friday, September 5, at 10 am at St. Anthony of Padua Church, in Fairfield, followed by burial at Oak Lawn Cemetery. Arrangements are in the care of the FAIRFIELD FUNERAL HOME OF EDMUND W. DOUGIELLO, 36 South Pine Creek Rd., Fairfield.