Helen (Garbacz) Grenier, 87, of Millbury, passed away at home Thursday November 15, 2012 surrounded and comforted by her loving sons and daughter.
Her husband of 54 years, Donat R. Grenier, died in 1999. Helen is survived by her four sons, Richard Grenier her primary caregiver with whom she lived, Raymond Grenier also a caregiver, Robert Grenier and his wife Charlene, and Ronald Grenier; a daughter Debra Martin and her husband William; and daughter in-law Carol Grenier. Helen was loved by her 12 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren, who will truly miss her, and her one of a kind fun and unique loving personality. She also leaves a sister Frances Kozoil, sister in-laws Clara Grenier and Blanche LaCrosse, and several nieces and nephews.
Helen was predeceased by her husband Donat R. Grenier, son Roger (Butch) Grenier; brothers, Joseph, Francis, and John, sisters, Beatrice, Mary, Hedwig, and Anne. Helen was born in Worcester, the daughter of Bronnislaw and Emilia (Sak) Garbacz.¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬
Helen was a religious and hard working woman who loved and cherished family, and she devoted her life to raising her sons and daughter. Helen cherished her Polish heritage, and you can bet your dupa she is smiling down on us at being reunited with her husband and son, and is busy preparing her delicious galumpkis for them.
It would bring comfort to Helen's family to remember her by supporting or donating to your local Alzheimer's Association. We extend our heartfelt appreciation and gratitude to Metro West Home Care & Hospice, especially Ginger and Jackie, for the wonderful care and compassion they provided.
A funeral Mass was held privately Monday November 19th in Our Lady of the Assumption Church, 14 Waters St, Millbury. There were no calling hours. Burial was private in Central Cemetery Millbury.
Read Helen Grenier's Obituary and Guestbook on mulhane.com.