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Helen Oravec Obituary

Helen E. Oravec
Helen E. Oravec, 95, of Bethlehem, died on Tuesday, December 2, 2008 in Moravian Kings Daughters Home, Bethlehem. She was the wife of the late Stephen A Oravec. Born in Pen Argyl, she was a daughter of the late Stephen and Mary (Balogh) Barczynski. She worked for Fountain Hill Mills. She was a member of the former Ss. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church, now known as Incarnation of our Lord Parish, Bethlehem. She was also a member of Holy Ghost Seniors, the Auxiliary of St. Bernards, and the Jednota Catholic Lodge 567. Suvivors: Her beloved daughters, Helen Facchiano, wife of the late Anthony, of Bethlehem, Patricia Roman and her husband, Richard Sr., of Whitehall; brothers, Thomas Barczynski of Wind Gap, James and William Popovice of Pen Argyl; sisters, Mary Harobin of Bangor, Elizabeth Hagan of Pacific, Mo. and Catherine Sisolak of Wind Gap; seven grandchildren, Anthony and Keith Facchiano, Richard Jr., Chad, Marc and Scott Roman, Roxanne Smith; seven great-grandchildren, Brittany Facchiano, Bryce, Aiden, Rachael and Brooke Roman, Connor Smith and Julian Stirer. She was preceded in death by granddaughters, Teresa Marie Facchiano and Lisa Marie Roman, brothers, Stephen and John Barczynski, stepbrothers, Michael, Martin, and George Popovice, and stepsisters, Mary Tucker, Ann Tucker, Helen Youpa, Ruth Guerro, Margaret Hummer, Bertha Armelin. Services: will be Saturday, December 6, 2008 beginning with prayers at 10 a.m. in the Long funeral Home, 500 Linden Street, Bethlehem, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m. in Incarnation of our Lord R.C. Church, Bethlehem. Viewing Saturday morning from 9-10 a.m. in the funeral home. On line condolences may be made at: www.longfuneralhome.com. Contributions: In lieu of flowers, may be made to St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis TN 38105 or to the Moravian Kings Daughters Home, 61 W. Market Street, Bethlehem, 18018.

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Published by Morning Call on Dec. 3, 2008.

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Melanie Dickey

December 5, 2008

Helen,
Sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Melanie

Stacy Holden

December 5, 2008

Dear Pat and Family,
I'm sorry to hear about the passing of your mother. May your memories help you through this time. May she rest in peace. If there is anything you need, please let me know.
Stacy

Gary Barczynski

December 4, 2008

I haven't seen my Aunt Helen for many years but her vibrant smile and loving personality will be with me for the rest of my life. She was a wonderful lady who always made you feel welcome to be in her company. The times we spent with her and her family as a youngster are ever fresh in my mind and comfort me. Cousins, Helen and Pat , my sincerest condolances to you both at this time. You're in my thoughts and prayers.
May Our Lord Comfort You,

Gary Barczynski & Family

Laura Jany Klucharich

December 3, 2008

Dear Roxanne, Mrs. Roman and Family,

Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May you be comforted with the wonderful memories you have of a life well-lived. My favorite memory is how when I used to come to all of your holiday functions, Nana always called me Roxanne's "friend" like something was up! :-)

May God Bless You All.

Love,
Laura and Family

Claire Howard

December 3, 2008

Helen and Family,

My thoughts and prayers go with you all at this time.

Helen, I remember how good you were to your mother , especially these past few years.

God Bless You for that and know your Mother is in the best place.

Love,

Claire Howard

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