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Helen Fundakowski Obituary

FUNDAKOWSKI, HELEN J. 'FUNDY', 70, of Providence passed away Wednesday May 14, 2008 at the home of her daughter in Johnston. She was the loving companion of Clinton Poole for the past 13 years.

She was born in Central Falls a daughter of the late Stanley and Helen (Pencarski) Fundakowski.

Helen was an avid collector and flea marketeer, who enjoyed BINGO, bowling, picking blueberries and raspberries. She was a member of the Johnston Community Watch.

She is survived by her loving children, Joseph McFadden and his wife Lori of Cranston, Jolen McFadden Konan and her husband Dominique of Pawtucket, Helen Correra and her husband Michael of Hopkinton, Linda Reppucci and her husband David of Johnston, her cherished grandchildren, Michael, Ashley, Michael Jr., Scott, Rebecca, Emily and Max. She was also the sister of the late Stanley and Walter Fundakowski.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Friday at 11 am in St. Adalberts Church, Atwells Ave., Providence. Burial will be in Mt. St. Mary's Cemetery in Pawtucket. Visiting hours are respectfully omitted. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to: East Greenwich Animal Protection League, Post Office Box 184, East Greenwich, RI 02818 for her love of animals. Visit www.nardolillo.com for more information and online condolences.

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Published by The Providence Journal on May 15, 2008.

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McFadden Joseph

June 14, 2008

Hard to believe one month has passed.
Thank god for memories that last and last.
Your my first thought when my day starts,
I keep you with me forever in heart.
Today is your birthday,
So I walk with a smile
My head held high
Proud as can be
To say thanks for being the MOM of ME.
Your Son

Jayne Springer

May 31, 2008

Dear Helen,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May you always keep the fond memories in your heart. With love and sympathy,
Jayne Springer

Sue St Sauveur

May 31, 2008

Dearest Helen,
Life is not measured in moments in time, yet in timeless memories. Be proud of the daughter you are and know your Mom is smiling down at the timeless memories you gave her.
My love & empathy to you and yours

May 20, 2008

Dear Friends, I would like to Thank all of you for all of the prayers and kind words for and about our mother. She was a very special caring and loving person whose love will never be forgotten or replaced. We loved her dearly. She will always be close to us in our hearts. My Sincerest Appreciation. Jolen McFadden-Konan

Colette

May 18, 2008

dear Jolen,
Remeber those days when you took out to the park, sitting ,taking in all the beauty you two have shared. my prayers are in my heart and will hole our friendship close in thought throught this time of loss.
God bless, Colette

Cheryl Campion

May 17, 2008

Joe
I am so sorry for your loss. Your mother was a wonderful and caring woman. She will be missed very much.

Joan (Baumgartel) Elliott

May 16, 2008

I went to school with Helen and we were good friends throughout our life. I am so sorry for your loss. I wish you all well and know Helen will look out for you.

Angelo & Linda De Pardo

May 16, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

stephanie hines

May 16, 2008

Linda and family
sorry for your loss, our prays are with you

Julie Polisena

May 16, 2008

Please accept our deepest sympathies.

Becky, Lexi, Ana and Auntie Julie

Yola Brady

May 16, 2008

Dear Helen,

I will miss you dearly my bowling partner.

Julie Polisena

May 16, 2008

Dear Joe, Helen, Linda, and Jolen,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Julie Polisena

May 16, 2008

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Karen Bruscini

May 15, 2008

Dear Linda,
Know that true courage comes from facing what maybe our soul's truths. Love and honor yourself today , and know always your mother will stand by your side. You gave her impecable love and care ,
all my prayers,
Karen

karen bruscini

May 15, 2008

Dear Helen,
It was an honor to meet your mom she was truly a graceful lady full of life that walked this Earth. Know that you honored her with grace and dignity that all mothers deserve. All my love and prayers ,
Karen

Cecile Cardente

May 15, 2008

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Jen Lopes

May 15, 2008

Dear Linda and Family,
We here at Pawtucket Credit union
are very sorry for your loss. We will
miss Helen dearly. Thoughts and Prayers for you and your family,
Jen Lopes

patricia bolarinho

May 15, 2008

dear joe and jolen....
im so sorry for your loss i know how close you were to your mom...my thoughts and prayers are with you..love patti

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