Helen Masavitch

Helen D. Masavitch, age 106, passed away peacefully on the morning of July 10, 2025, at Tallwoods Nursing Home in Bayville, New Jersey. Born on June 10, 1919, in West Keansburg, NJ, she was the daughter of the late Walter and Pauline Masavitch.
Helen worked for many years at DuPont, where she contributed to the developing X-rays. She lived a long, vibrant life filled with laughter, adventure, and connections with family and friends.
She was predeceased by her sisters, Susan Masavitch Koerkey and Mary Masavitch Truskowski, and her nephew, Garrett 'William Truskowski. She is survived by the family of her late nephew, including Sara Truskowski of Stuart, FL; Ellen Truskowski of Clearwater, FL; James Truskowski (Sharon Muise) of Forked River, NJ; Lori Flath (Michael) of Waxhaw, NC; Beth McPherson (Dave DiPaolo) of Lanoka Harbor, NJ; and Katie LaFleur (Shawn) of Fredericksburg, VA. She also leaves behind ten great-great nieces and nephews, and three great-great-great nieces and nephews.
Helen had a love for animals, a fondness for polka music and horoscopes, a knack for cooking. She brought joy to others with her sharp wit, colorful personality, and unwavering independence. She enjoyed dances, mixers, and being outdoors, and she often traveled to Florida to visit her sister. She is fondly remembered by her great-nieces and nephew for arriving with bags filled with SpaghettiOs, soup starter, and sugary cereals each visit.
Having lived through more than a century of change, Helen met each era with grit, resilience, and an unmistakable spark. She will be remembered for her zest for life, her beloved cars, and her unmistakable, no-nonsense spirit.
A memorial mass will be held for Helen on Friday July 18, 2025 9:30AM at Saint Barnabis Roman Catholic Church located at 33 Woodland Road Bayville, New Jersey 08721. To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Helen, please visit our Tree Store.