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Helen Rinko Obituary
HERKIMER - Mrs. Helen I. Rinko, 86, of 230 E. Smith St., passed away Friday, March 10, 2017, in her home, with her family by her side.
She was born in Herkimer on June 19, 1930, the daughter of the late Forrest and Anastasia Czernecki Jackson. She attended Herkimer schools and graduated from Herkimer High School. She was married to Joseph Rinko on November 27, 1948, in St. Joseph's Church, Herkimer. Joe passed away on June 21, 2011. Helen was, at one time, employed by Derby Sportswear.
Helen is survived by one daughter, Darleen Cancelino; four sons, Joseph Rinko, Jr., Mark Rinko, George Rinko and Richard Rinko; seven grandchildren, Donald Grogan, Richard Cancelino, Justin Galde-Rinko, Chad Rinko, Kendra Rinko, Nicole Rinko and Bianca Rinko-Bollen; five great-grandchildren, Kayla Grogan, Samantha Grogan, Hayden Holland, Kimber Rinko and Bentley Rinko; her brother and sister-in-law, Forrest "Jack" and Jean Jackson, Jr.; her in-laws, John and Jean Rinko, Paul and Mary Kate Rinko and Darlene Jackson; her close friends, Mary Czernecki and Jean Czarnecki; Helen's childhood friend, Addy Fiorentino; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by her daughter, Karen Huckabone; two grandchildren, Laura Huckabone and Warren Huckabone; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Michael and Anna Rinko; one brother, Richard Jackson; her in-laws, Anthony Rinko, George Rinko, Michael Rinko, Jr., and Henry and Mary Rinko Sokolowski; and her son-in-law, Richard P. Cancelino.
Her funeral will be held Thursday evening at 6:00 PM in the Petykiewicz, Iocovozzi & Burns Funeral Home, 329 S. Washington St., Herkimer. Spring interment will be in Calvary Cemetery. Calling hours will be Thursday, March 16, from 3-6 p.m. at Petykiewicz, Iocovozzi & Burns Funeral Home.
Helen's family would like to express their sincere appreciation to Dr. Alicia De Traglia, Nurse Annie and as their mom would say, "her girls at Faxton Cancer Center" and the entire Hospice staff for the wonderful care shown to her during her illness and passing. A special thank you to Dianne Soper for always being there for their mom.
Expressions of sympathy may be placed on Helen's online memorial page by going to www.iocovozzifuneralhomes.com.
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Debbie Britton
March 17, 2017
Mr. Ricky, The boys and I were very upset to hear about the passing of your mother. She was a very beautiful lady and Ty remembers her fondly. We all pray that God brings you peace in the love you shared with her.
With Love,
Debbie, Ty, Nate and Eli
(Tammie's family)
Tamara Hogue
March 17, 2017
Ricky, I am sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. May God continue to Bless and keep you and your family.
Love, Tammie
Traci Fox
March 16, 2017
Rich....I am so very sorry about your mom!!! You are in my prayers!!
Katie Nichols
March 16, 2017
Darlene, So sorry to hear of your Mom passing. My prayers are with you and the family.
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