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Kathryn Helbock Obituary

Helbock, Kathryn Joy (nee Free), born March 19, 1931, at peace January 14, 2011. Beloved wife of the late Theodore, loving mother of Donna Culotta and the late Theodore, dearest grandmother of Christopher and Brett Culotta and Colette Hurley, great-grandmother of five, cherished sister of George, Robert, Gordon, Georgia, Connie, Sharon and Shirley, dear aunt of many nieces and nephews. Long time and devoted friend Charles Redmond. Memorial Visitation Thursday, 3 to 9 p.m. at Kolbus-John V. May Funeral Home, 6857 W. Higgins Ave., Chicago. For info 773-774-3232 or www.kolbusmayfh.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jan. 16, 2011.

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Holly Salgado

January 13, 2021

Hey, Aunt K! Boy oh boy, you're sure in the best place for these days. God knows! From the looks of things, we will all see ya soon. We miss you! Love you forever, Aunt K!

Holly Salgado

January 10, 2020

Miss you, Aunt K. Hope you are enjoying heaven and seeing Teddy and uncle Ted again. Love you.

Holly

March 23, 2012

HI Aunt K! Enjoying those streets of gold, are ya? Hope you had a great birthday celebration with the King. I think of you often...especially now when the birds are chirping. I miss you. Love

March 20, 2012

Happy Birthday Aunt Kathryn~
Sorry I'm a day late, but some things never change. Still missing and loving you. And that will never change either. Hope you had a wonderful Birthday party with everyone in Heaven. You are always in our hearts. We Love You!
Lots of Love,
Kathy

March 18, 2012

Happy Birthday, my sweet Carmella. Enjoy your day with your family ,friends and OUR HEAVENLY FATHER. We are thinking of you and missing you today. You're on my mind and always in my heart.
Forever, Sharon

February 16, 2012

My sweet Carmella. Sorry I haven't stopped by. I've been without a computer for several weeks until yesterday. I missed writing you, but,you never left my heart.
We're having extremely nice weather for this time of year. I'm waiting for the bomb to fall. This is too good to be true.. I talked to Georgia the other day. She's still missing you , as am I. One day we will all be together, God willing.
You take good care. We're always thinking of you. Give Mom a hug for me. I love you ... now and forever.

Sharon

Sharon Free

January 14, 2012

Hi, my sweet Carmella !It's a very cold, windy winter day here in Chicago. We got a lot of snow yesterday. So glad I don't have to shovel !! Beautiful to look at from my high-rise window, but that's as close as i'll get !! I've started a couple of new crafting projects. That should keep me busy and warm : )
You left us to be in a better place a year ago today. I know that your CHRISTmas was miraculous, everything we dream of it being. Your first one in the LORDS home. How joyous that must be !! I miss you everyday and am thankful to have had you in my life. You're a "one in a million" sister and friend. You are heavy on my mind ,today especially... and always in my heart. I love you.

Sharon

Sharon Free

December 13, 2011

Thinking of you as this beautiful CHRISTmas season comes upon us. May you be happy and blessed in your new home. I love you and miss you every day.
(((( Carmella )))) Always, Sharon

October 23, 2011

Hi Kathryn. It's a beautiful Fall day here,your kind of day. The leaves are gorgeous and the wind brisk, but welcoming. I'm learning to appreciate them one day at a time. Life is good,thank the Lord ! Just wanted you to know that I think of you all the time and am thankful that I have a sister like you. My love always, Sharon

Sharon Free

October 3, 2011

Hi, my sweet Carmella. Just passing through to let you know........ you're on my mind and in my heart, Always. Love you so much,Sharon.

Sharon Free

September 16, 2011

Hi Kathryn. I talked to Donna this evening. She is going up north tomorrow to take care of business. She is doing well, but really misses you, as do I.You were a wonderful "BIG" sister. I miss you every day. ((((( Kathryn )))))

Sharon Free

August 26, 2011

Loving and missing you every day.
((((( Kathryn Joy ))))

Always, Sharon

Sharon Free

July 27, 2011

Loving and missing you everyday. I love you. Always, Sharon

((((( Carmella))))

Sharon Free

July 18, 2011

Hi, my dear sister. I never imagined missing you so much. No more confidant to share my woes. I always looked to you.You tell it like it is, like it or not ! I always depended on that. I suppose I should know what you would say.... and I do. It's just not the same. You are dearly missed. I spoke with Georgia this morning and she misses you as well. You're in our hearts. That's where you'll stay. We love you so much.
Always, Sharon

July 3, 2011

Good Morning , my dear sister. Woke up with you on my mind yet once again and wanted you to know that you are only gone from sight, never from my heart. I still run to the phone to "share" with you , more often than you know. Holly, Arlene and I spent Mother's Day weekend with Georgia. It was nice. She misses you very much, as we all do. You'll never know how much.Give Mom a hug for me. I love you gals.
Sharon

May 17, 2011

grandma you are missed,i know i didnt see you much but you helped mold me into who i am today and for that i am greatful,i love you very much and always will ,love your "favorite"grandson brett

Sharon

March 19, 2011

Happy Birthday,my sweet "Carmella" I'll bet Ted got a surprse cake for you. You and Teddy are probably down at Woolworth's taking more fun pictures :) Give Mom a big hug for me. Tell Auntie Alice,Connie, Rae and Laurie I love and think of them often.
Til next time, Love n' Hugs, Sharon

Holly

March 19, 2011

Dear Aunt K, Happy Blessed Birthday!! How awesome is it that you get to spend this birthday in Holy God's presence. I love you sweet, Aunt K, and I think of you often.

Colette Hurley

March 13, 2011

Grandma, I have been thinking about you so much and wonder if you can feel that up in heaven. I just want you to know that I will always cherish the memories of growing up and having you as my grams. I miss talking about books to read and movies to watch that we often did. I miss your unbelievable cooking and your beautiful laughter. I just want you to know that I will always cherish you in my heart and I know you are healthy and happy now in heaven and having a wonderful time with your husband and son and dog Gretchen. I love you now and forever Grams.
Your loving granddaughter, Colette

Sharon Free

February 14, 2011

Happy Valentine's day to you, my sweet "Carmella". I miss you everyday.

Your loving sister, Sharon

Kathy & Jay Farabaugh

January 21, 2011

Those we love don't go away,
They walk beside us every day,
Unseen, unheard, but always near,
Still loved, still missed and very dear.

You were a very special lady who will be deeply missed by all who knew you. I know you're in a better place with Uncle Ted and Teddy Boy. Give them my love and if you get a chance, give Mom & Dad a kiss & hug for me.
All Our Love Always,
Kathy & Jay

Eleanor Markovich

January 20, 2011

Dear Kay,
I will miss you so much. We have been friends for so many years and talked on the phone all the time. Goodbye my dear friend, Eleanor Gotha Markovich

January 20, 2011

Dear Kathryn, though I have not seen you in many years, I remember you well, and sending my sympathy to your entire family. Your sister Eleanor's sister,
Katie Gotha Gruber

Holly

January 19, 2011

Aunt K, I am so thankful for the time God gave us to get to know each other after all those years. You are special to me. I am proud that our spirits are "kindred".
Finally, you get to see our Jesus. How splendid that must be. Say hello to my husband and Dad for me, if they're not busy riding motorcycles up there. Uncle Ted & Teddy too. They sure are happy you made it, I'll bet.
I'll miss you, sweet and beautiful aunty. See you when I get there. I love you.

Sharon Free

January 18, 2011

I will miss you , my little ,"Carmella" . My love is forever with you. Thank you, for being in my life and loving me unconditionally..
Your loving sister, Sharon

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