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Tony Los
July 1, 2023
Helen and Family;
Sorry I missed the reunions. Even more sorry You were hurting the way you were. Can't tell you how shocked I was to see and read about you in the paper a few years ago. you will be missed. Tony Los Class of '85
Tony Los
October 21, 2022
So sorry to hear of Helen's passing. I'm very sorry I missed her and others at the class reunion. Rest In Peace friend
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Bob Markese
June 28, 2018
My sincerest condolences to you and your family, Mary Jo. For what ever reason, after almost 35 years, you have recently been in my thoughts. Now I know why. I am so sorry to hear of your loss and pray that you and your family heal quickly.
(An old friend from U of I)
Dennis Breen
June 22, 2018
So sorry to learn about the loss of your daughter. You & your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Erica Carlson
June 21, 2018
Words cannot express how very sad I am about the loss of Helen. She had a spirit, wit and feistiness about her that I will never forget. She was truly beautiful inside and out. I'm so sorry that I missed the service. Sending you love and prayers -- Erica Meister Carlson
June 20, 2018
Too young to be gone. Not only is she at peace, let that be the same for her family and friends
SFDS CLASS OF '85
Don, Sheila Mason
June 19, 2018
Our condolence at the passing of your beautiful daughter. Our hearts ache for this pain you bare. We know the love you had for your children. May God be with you.
Kerry Bailey
June 19, 2018
I'm so sorry for your loss... Helen was beautiful, kind, funny and one of my closest friends in treatment. I'll forever miss her... I just want you to know that she really loved her family.. PLease find comfort in knowing that we often prayed the rosary together and I'm pretty sure Mary was with her at the end...She was my light in my darkness and I'll be forever thankful that she was a part of my journey. Love Kerry (Barbados)
June 15, 2018
Prayers for all of Helen's family during this deeply sorrowful time. Helen was a friend to my daughter, one who cared deeply and knew how to show love. Rest In Peace, Helen,.
jennifer Deneen
June 15, 2018
Great memories at U of I ; such a beautiful person inside and out . Your family is on my thoughts/prayers
Jennifer (Gigi) Deneen
Deanna Siller
June 15, 2018
May your faith, love, and support give you strength during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. God Bless.
Kathy Benkovich
June 14, 2018
I was so saddened to hear of Helen's passing. My brother and I lived one block over from the Alfireviches and I remember her as a funny, free spirited little girl. I hope she is now at peace. My brother and I send our condolences to Helen's entire family.
Selena Marinopoulos
June 14, 2018
May care and love of those around you provide comfort and peace to get you through the days ahead. My most sincere condolences.
Angie Tomasik
June 14, 2018
May God comfort you through this difficult time.
God rest our soul Helen, rest in peace.
Dean and Renee McAllister
June 14, 2018
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. May the Lord comfort you and bring you peace during this difficult time.
John Roe
June 14, 2018
My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Alfiravich family. I haven't seen Helen in over 30 years, yet the world seems a little darker without her, and I miss my friend.
John Roe SFDS Class of 85'
Cremerius Family
June 14, 2018
Sending the entire Alfirevich family warm condolences, prayers, strength and positive energy as you all navigate through this most difficult time. Peace to you all.
ljubi hayden
June 14, 2018
Dear Alfirevich Family, I am very saddened to read of lovely +Helen Marie's passing! I remember all of the Alfirevich kids when I taught at Addams School; they are from a fine family of love and respect. May all of the memories you have of +Helen Marie bring some comfort to you in your time of grief. May her sweet memory be eternal!
Ljubi (Leslie) Hayden
Delphine Smoljan
June 13, 2018
To the Alfirevich family,
Please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of Helen Marie. May God send comfort to you and know she is in His presence now.
Maras Family
June 13, 2018
Our deepest condolences to the entire Alfirevich Family on the loss of dear Helen! We watched her grow into a beautiful and vibrant woman and our prayers and love are with all of you at this time. May she Rest In Peace!
FDR
June 13, 2018
Dear Mary Jo our hearts are with you and the family during this difficult time. Matthew 5:4
The Polke Family
June 13, 2018
Joe, Mary, & our second family across the street,
Our hearts are aching over the loss of Helen. She was sweet and loving. We pray that you find comfort knowing Helen is at peace with our Lord in Heaven and she will be with you always.
Amy Healey
June 13, 2018
Rest in Peace, Helen. May your memories and the love of your family bring you comfort.
June 13, 2018
Joe, Lori, Ava, Peter and Paul,
Our thoughts are with you.
All our love,
Mary, Dante, Vincent & Violet
Bunny Kahn & Larry Cremeens
June 13, 2018
May His promise of eternal life be a comfort to your whole family in the loss of one so dear, our precious cousin. We BELIEVE that tears heal, that memories comfort, and that love lives on forever.
Diane Poznanovich-Matalin
June 13, 2018
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May your memories bring you comfort.
John Finlay
June 13, 2018
Beautiful words for a Beautiful woman from a Beautiful family. Helen's spirit will be with all of us forever.
Tom Bernicky
June 13, 2018
It is will a heavy heart that I heard the news of Helen passing. Mary Jo (Rob), I will keep your family in my daily prayers and ask the Lord to guide you all toward the path of healing. May Helen Rest in Paradise! GOD bless!
Brian Cronin
June 13, 2018
I had the great pleasure of knowing Helen through mutual friends during our high school and college years. She was a bright light and I offer my sincere condolences to her family.
John Jovanovich
June 13, 2018
To all the family-
I am so sorry for your loss.
May God bless and keep you during this difficult time.
June 13, 2018
Family of Helen Marie Alfirevich, please except my condolence for your loss of your dearly loved one. May the God of all comfort, comfort your family at this most difficult time in your family's life. And may the wonderful memories of her bring comfort as well.
Julie Short McKee
June 13, 2018
To know Helen, was to love Helen. Helen was my first boss, but she was also my dear friend, a role model and a guaranteed laugh every day. The only comfort I can find is that God knew Helen is better suited to be an Angel to look over all of us. I pray you are now at peace and happy. You brought so much joy and happiness to everyone you met. Love, 'your flower'
Lynn B.
June 13, 2018
May the God of all comfort be with you during this difficult time.
Bill Adams
June 12, 2018
Mary jo John and family. I am so sorry for your loss. I remember Helen when she was in the sixth grade and Mary Jo was a great friend. She was a vibrant young lady. May God be with you all .
June 12, 2018
A beautiful soul who will never be forgotten. You are loved, valued, and remembered always Helen. Rest in Jesus and Mary's loving arms now. All parts of you may rest. Love you always.
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