Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
BORN
1936
DIED
2025
FUNERAL HOME
Helena Jurczyk Obituary
She married Edward H. Jurczyk on June 25, 1960.
Mrs. Jurczyk had a long and dedicated career as an executive secretary, most recently working for General Dynamics until her retirement in 1998.
A communicant of St. Charles Church, she loved to read, do crossword puzzles and most of all, cherished time spent with her family.
Helena is survived by her husband of 65 years, Edward H. Jurczyk of Lanesborough; daughter, Monica Stankiewicz of Lanesborough, and son, Todd Jurczyk and wife Linda of Peabody, MA; grandchildren, Ian and Emma Stankiewicz and Dylan and Gavin Jurczyk. As well as her sister, Rena White of Indiana.
She was predeceased by her son in-law, Charles Stankiewicz; and her siblings, Mario, Alfred, George, Joseph, Leo, and Anthony Capitanio and Antoinette Grizey, Catherine Arment, Mary Bowler, Margaret McCormick, Theresa Punch, and Patricia LaGrant.
FUNERAL NOTICE: A Liturgy of Christian Burial will be held, Friday, November 14, 2025 at 9 a.m. at St. Joseph Church. Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery. There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made in her name to the American Macular Degeneration Foundation and mailed to Dery Funeral Home, 54 Bradford St, Pittsfield, MA 01201.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Helena Jurczyk
Sponsored by The Berkshire Eagle.
Colleen McMahon Chaloux
November 21, 2025
Ed, I am very sorry to hear of your wife's passing. My condolences go out to you and your family.
Bob Jones
November 14, 2025
Dear Eddie and family... My mom (Jane Green) and our family were saddened to hear of Helena's passing. Please know your are in our hearts. Eddie, my mom sends her condolences and love.
Dick and Liz Celli
November 14, 2025
Smokum, You are in our thoughts.
Steve, Deb Deloye
November 12, 2025
Ed, Deb and I are so sorry for your loss. You are both in our prayers and hearts.
Judy Miner
November 11, 2025
I worked at GE with Helena. Such a sweet lady.
John A. Bernardo Esq
November 11, 2025
My condolences to the family. May the fond and loving memories be a comfort and always be with you. Helena made my first baby sweater.
May she rest in eternal peace.
Scott Sibley
November 11, 2025
Very sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers a with you all.
Showing 1 - 7 of 7 results
Make a Donation
in Helena Jurczyk's name
Memorial Events
for Helena Jurczyk
How to support Helena's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Helena Jurczyk's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
