Helen Cloud Obituary

Cloud, Helen Wanda (nee Honik), 81, of Cicero, formerly of Rosharon, TX and Chicago, passed on peacefully in the early morning hours of Monday, May 11th, 2009. She was an extraordinary woman who was loved and admired by many. Helen was the cherished mother of Donna Dean, godmother to Judith Whalen (Scott), aunt to Linda Hagemann (Larry) and Charmaine Cartegena (Israel), sister (of the heart) to Gerri McClain, second-mother (of the heart) to Barbara Krzewinska and Donna Domasik (Tom), a great-aunt to Linda, Judy and Charmaine's children, babcia (of the heart) to Marta and Patrycia, and a good friend to many. Her family is grateful for the loving patience of her caregiver and friend Barbara Wojtowicz. Helen was an avid book reader, loved movies, playing cards, going to concerts and casinos, the challenge of puzzles and spending time with friends. She had a tremendous sense of humor to the joy of her friends and family. Helen was a member of the BCCOA, Jolly Club, the Moose and St. Mary of Celle Seniors. She was predeceased by her husband Johnnie Cloud, sister Harriet Zito and brother Thaddeus Honik. Mass will be held on Friday May 22nd at 11:00 a.m. at Saint John Brebeuf Church in Niles (847-966-8145), internment at Saint Adalbert Cemetary, and a luncheon at Przybylo's White Eagle. Helen loved animals. In lieu of flowers, donations (in her name) may be made to: The Anti-Cruelty Society, 157 W. Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL 60610. Arrangements by Alternative Horizon Funeral & Cremation Services, Gary A. Durante, Director, 866-847-4100.