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HELEN PHELOS Obituary
Age 92, of Brookline, on Tuesday, May 7, 2013. Beloved wife of the late Nicholas; loving mother of Cindy (Ron) Cunningham, Michele (Glenn) Steimer, and Paul (Sandra) Phelos; cherished grandmother of Krystin (Matt) DeArmitt, Corey, Ed, Sarah, Max, Renee (Andrew) Baiano, Rachel, Stephanie (Stephen) Villiotis, Stacey, and Heather; cherished great- grandmother of Luca and Lyla Baiano. Helen will be remembered for her positive outlook on life and her wonderful sense of humor. Funeral arrangements by BEINHAUERS. Friends welcome at 2630 West Liberty, Ave., Dormont, 412-531-4000, Thursday 2-4 and 6-9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial Friday 10 a.m. in Our Lady of Loreto Church. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Please view or add tributes at:
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Heather
May 15, 2013
TO MY BEAUTIFUL GRANDMA HELEN:
You truly are and always were the light of all happiness, livelihood and love for our family. Day after day, you showed us that being with family is the most important thing and not to stress over small roadblocks in life. I will
never meet someone like you, someone who shows an infinite amount of
love and acceptance for everyone.
No one, no matter how down they were, could keep a frown on their face when they were around you. Throughout my life you were my hero, my role model, and now, my guardian angel. To the very end, you had strength, love, and happiness that rubbed off on everyone who was around you. I am forever blessed to have had you as a grandma. Not one day will pass that I won't think and remember all the good memories you have given me. Through my weakest of times, I know you will be my Guardian angel, watching out for me and giving me strength.
You made all of your grandkids feel so special. The one day I told you that I loved you and you screamed “Oh my baby doll! I love you ! Then whispered “But you could never love me as much as I love you.”
I wish I could be with you now and listen to your amazing stories and
laugh all night and tell you how much I love you.
I know that you knew how much we all adored you and I know that it is not
possible for me to tell you that right now, but I also know that you will always be with me, with all who you live on through, and I know that you will make a fine angel. You're finally with your parents, brothers, childhood friends, and your beloved Nick.
We all love you so much and will one day be reunited with you.
paul zielinsli
May 11, 2013
Aunt Helen was a warm, funny, special lady who I am grateful to have known during my childhood years. i will remember her fondly all the days of my life.love always from her nephew Paul Zielinski.
Janine Diller
May 9, 2013
I am so very sorry for your loss. Grandma Helen was one in a million . . . loving and always good for a smile and a laugh!
Joann, Tiffany, Tarah & Frankie Spina
May 9, 2013
Paul, Rachel & family,
We are sorry to hear of your loss. May happy memories guide you through your time of sorrow. We send our deepest symphany.
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richard Leonhard
May 8, 2013
I always felt a certain kindness in Helen. She will be missed.
Mike Zielinski
May 8, 2013
I will really miss Aunt Helen. She was an important person in my life. I believe that she was the most stable peron in our entire family, although pleasantly quirky. She was alsways fun to talk to and be with. My deepest sympathy.
May 8, 2013
Dear Cindy, Michele, and Paul,
You and your families are in my thoughts. Your mom was a very special lady and will be in heart always for her gracious ways and contagious smile. My deepest sympathy for your loss.
Andrea (Andy) Sims Hamilton
Judi Serago (Sacco)
May 8, 2013
Cindy,
I am so sorry for your loss. Please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Tommy Apitsch
May 8, 2013
I'm so sorry for your loss, Mrs. Phelos was always incredibly nice to me and she will be sorely missed. God Bless you all during such a difficult time. She was a truly wonderful person.
May 8, 2013
Cynthia, Cookie , Paul & Sandy, an family of Helen. We will miss her. You were so lucky to have her with you so long.....
She was always classy and very smart. Her memories of her brothers were always enjoyed! Our love to you all.
Renee & Ed Rosemeyer
Kathleen Cunningham
May 8, 2013
We loved Helen for so many reasons! First of all for being a part of our family. She was always smiling and always found a way to make us smile and laugh. She was a special lady and we will definitely miss seeing her smiling face. Love, Rege, Kathy, Katie & Ashley
Lynne Oncea
May 8, 2013
Michele,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. I would like to express my deepest sympathy.
May God bless you and your family.
David Schramm
May 8, 2013
Dear Cindy,Michele, and Paul,
I am very sorry to hear of Aunt Helen's passing. My mom would always tell me when she talked to Aunt Helen and comment how much fun it was to talk to her. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
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