Obituary of Helen Delrose

Helen R. Delrose (nee Smith) At age 97, went home to be with the Lord Friday, October 15, 2010. She passed away peacefully at Provena Villa Franciscan Nursing Home. Born in St. Louis, MO on September 3, 1913 and moved to Joliet as a teenager. Preceded in death by her husband, John J. Delrose (July 7, 1957), her youngest and treasured son, David (Bonnie) Delrose (May 9, 2006); her daughter-in-law, Rita Rae Delrose (Oct. 28, 2009); her parents, Alta and Howard Smith; stepfather, Charles Elliott; sisters, Eileen Smith and Viola Smith Eufinger; stepsister, Maureen (Elliott) Seil; and brothers-in-law, Frank Eufinger and Ray Seil. Surviving are her beloved children, Kenneth Delrose and Frances Delrose. Helen leaves behind her eight deeply loved grandchildren, Danielle (Bill) Oeding, Dina (Steven) Bryce, Debra (Scot) Kalchbrenner, Darcee (Michael) Synoracki, Domonic (Tanya) Delrose, Donna (David) Stolarek, Elizabeth Delrose, and John Delrose; also survived by eleven great-grandchildren, Patrick and Rachel Hurley, Jacob and Tyler Bryce, Sam and Alex Kalchbrenner, Gavin Delrose, Daniel, Cassidy, Brennan and Savannah Stolarek; and Baby Synoracki on the way. Numerous nieces, nephews and dear friends. Helen was our own in-home carpenter and "fix-it-female" for many years reaching well into her 80's, when age and health no longer allowed her cherished hobby. From our hearts, we thank her many friends who called, visited and sent her so many cards and notes in which she delighted. We also thank the many caregivers from Provena Villa Franciscan and Joliet Area Community Hospice. She was given care, love, respect, and dignity by so many dedicated people. A special thank you to Lori, Lindsey, Judy, Amanda, Amber, Diana, Alma, Bonnie, Colleen and Tiffany. All friends and relatives are invited to gather on Saturday, October 23, 2010 at the Church of St. Jude, 2212 McDonough Street, Joliet from 9:00 a.m. until the Memorial Mass at 10:00 a.m. Private inurnment at Mt. Olivet Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials in her name to Joliet Area Community Hospice, Alzheimer's Association, Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery Memorial Squad, or Masses at the Church of St. Jude would be appreciated. Arrangements by: FRED C. DAMES FUNERAL HOME 3200 Black at Essington Rds., Joliet For information: (815) 741-5500