Helen T. Banaszek Caban, born on December 8, 1927, one of 9 siblings born to Polish immigrants in Wilkes Barre, PA.

Helen was an avid bowler who loved to travel with the GE Electronettes, and was a talented knitter, creating pieces for friends and family. She also received several awards for ceramics.

Helen was predeceased in death in 2004 by her beloved husband of 55 years, Walter. She is survived by her daughters Linda (Ron) Szatanek, Vickie (Devon) Terry and Ellie (Jim) Reed, as well as two brothers, Edward and Hank.

She had unbounding love for her grandchildren- Becky, Alex, Aaron, Andy, Jimmy, Sarah and April who will dearly miss her.  She was also blessed with  6 great grandchildren-Elizabeth, Sydney, Liliana, Wallace, Luka and Adrienne.

Helen was generous beyond her means, giving to anyone who was in need. She will be remembered for her sense of humor, independence and devilish ways and all who knew will forever hold her in their hearts. 

Calling hours will be on Friday, July 15th from 4-7pm at Hollis Funeral Home.

Funeral Mass on Saturday, July 16th at 9:30 at Sacred Heart Basilica with burial following at Sacred Heart Cemetery.

Donations in lieu of flowers can be made to St. Judes Children's Hospital/St Judes Honors 501 St. Jude Place Memphis TN 38105 or ONLINE www.stjude.org