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Helen Springer Obituary

SPRINGER Helen Helen Springer, age 74, of Toledo passed away on Wednesday, November 28, 2007. She was born on February 19, 1933, to Florian and Mary (Traycik) Vidra. She married Joseph Springer on April 15, 1955. He preceded her in death on June 14, 1985. Helen and her husband owned Springer's Restaurant for over 10 years until his death in 1985. She was an active member of SS. Cyril and Methodius Church for much of her life. She was currently a member of All Saints Catholic Church and was very active in the men's and ladies Jednota where she served as an officer. Surviving are her loving children, Joanne (Al) Campbell, Joseph (Diane) Springer, Michael (Marylou) Springer, and Patricia (Daniel) Antonelli; sister, Cecilia Kujawa; brothers, Leonard (Cookie) Vidra and Daniel (Charlene) Vidra. Also surviving are 9 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. Friends may visit at the Sujkowski Funeral Home of Rossford, 830 Lime City Rd. on Friday, November 30, 2007, from 4-9 p.m. with a recitation of the Rosary being held at 7:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, December 1st at All Saints Catholic Church at 11 a.m. where the family will receive visitors beginning at 10 a.m. Rev. Jonathan Wight will be officiating. Interment will follow at Calvary Cemetery.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Nov. 30 to Dec. 1, 2007.

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Jenn Root

December 1, 2007

I was so sad to hear about Helen. I have done her hair for about 10 years now. I looked forward to seeing her and hearing her stories about her wonderful family. I met her because I lived across the street from her for about 6 years. She will be deeply missed at
CC Bella Salon,all the girls enjoyed talking to her. Our thoughts and prays our with you.

Kenny & Rhonda DeSelms

November 30, 2007

Joe,JoAnn,Mike& Patti
I was saddened to read the passing of your Mom. Ken and I worked for your Mom and Dad many years ago. That is where we met.Your Mom and I would write to each other every year and give updates on our families. She was one of the sweetest people I personally have ever met I will miss her and her stories of all of you. May God Bless and Keep you and know Our Thoughts and Prayers are with All of You

Jim and Shirley Jaros

November 30, 2007

Joanne,Joe,Mike & Patti,

So sorry to read of Mother's death. We go back a long way together when you were growing up on Bond St. We will always have found memories of that. May your Mother be Happy in heaven in the Loving Arms of the Lord. Our Sincere Condolences.

Caroline Jarrett

November 30, 2007

Joanne, Joe, Mike & Pat, My deepest sympathy to the entire family with the loss of your mother. I have very fond memories of Aunt Helen growing up and I will keep them close in my heart. She was loved dearly and may you find comfort with family and friends. And all though through the years we have not kept in contact much I love you all!

Andy Vidra

November 30, 2007

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Darlene & Donnie Richardson

November 30, 2007

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

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