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Helen Heine Obituary
Helen H. Heine, 92, of Shillington, passed away July 14, 2010, at 6:30 a.m. in the residence of her son, Philip H., husband of Ilse M. Heine of Palmyra, where she was lovingly cared for during her final illness.
She was the widow of the late Howard H. Heine, who died July 13, 2002.
Born in Reading to the late Vincent and Anna (Miskowiak) Smaglinski, she was employed by Bachman Industries in Reading for 17 years, retiring in 1983.
She was a member of St. John Baptist de la Salle RCC, Shillington.
Helen will be missed by her many friends, neighbors and loved ones.
Survivors include a daughter, Sharon A. Breen of Lansdale; grandchildren: Lori E. Breen; Erik D. Breen; Kevin G. Breen; David P. Heine; Lisa M., wife of Rodney Landsberg, and a great-granddaughter, Jessica M. Landsber.
She was preceded in death by her brothers: Joseph and John Smaglinski and William V. Smith.
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. John Baptist de la Salle RCC, Kerrick and Mitti roads, Shillington, Saturday at 10 a.m., the Rev. James Ditillo celebrant. Interment, Laureldale Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Mifflin Community Library, 6 Philadelphia Ave., Shillington, PA 19607, in memory of Mrs. Helen H. Heine.
Bean Funeral Home, Shillington, is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.beanfuneralhomes.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Helen Heine
jeffrey smith
July 21, 2010
Philip and Sharon,
My deepest sympathies on the loss of your mother.
Ilse Heine
July 18, 2010
Dearest Mom, you have been our rock for so long, now you will be our candle in the wind. We loved you so much in your life and we will miss you so much. I will always listen for that little bell to ring. Ilse
Liz Grimm
July 16, 2010
My deepest sympathy to the Breen and Heine families. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. May God bless you and keep you strong.
July 16, 2010
Heine Family,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss! What a sweet, sweet lady!!! May your memories comfort you at this time.....
With heartfelt sympathy, Jim and Kathy Bentz
Pamela Bechtel
July 16, 2010
Dear Heine Family~
Sorry to hear about the loss of your mother! If there is anything you need, please feel free to call!
Pam, Jeff, Matthew and Meghan
Gloria Scull
July 15, 2010
I can close my eyes and remember all the happy times. Helen was a very special friend and neighbor, I will miss her. I know that many thoughts and prayers are with all the family. Trust in God.
Amy (LeVan) Brown
July 15, 2010
I am so sorry to hear of Helen's death. I remember her when my both Grandmother played in a card club together. She was a pleasure to know and a sweet lady. My deep sympahty goes out to the family. May the Lord wrap his loving arms around you now and always. God bless you.
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