Helen Friedel
Hardin |
Helen C. Friedel, age 91, passed away on Thursday, November 7, 2019, at Rosewood Care Center in Alton, IL.
She was born on May 21, 1928, in Michael, IL the daughter of Adam and Lena (Klunk) Zipprich.
She married Norbert Friedel on May 21, 1953, at St. Michaels Church, Michael, IL, he precedes her in death.
She was a member of St. Norbert's Church in Hardin, IL. She enjoyed embroidery and quilting. Helen also loved to spend time with her children and grandchildren.
She is survived by four children; Mary Helen Friedel of Bethalto, IL, Margaret Friedel of Godfrey, IL, Bernard (Sherri) Friedel of Kampsville, IL, Bernadette Friedel of Godfrey, IL, sisters; Dorothy Zipprich of Jerseyville, IL, Mary (Ralph) Mathews of Bethalto, IL, grandchildren; Christine (Edgar) Bliss, James (Abbie) Friedel, Jordan Friedel, (Rich), and three great-grandchildren, along with many nieces and nephews.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Norbert, parents, sisters; Lucille Gotway, Marcella Gress, brothers; James Zipprich, Robert Zipprich, and one grandson; John Ottwell.
Visitation will be from 9 to 10 am Monday, November 11, 2019, at Gress, Kallal and Schaaf in Hardin, IL.
A mass will be held on Monday, November 11, 2019, at 10 am at St. Norbert's Catholic Church in Hardin, IL with Father Don Roberts officiating.
Memorials may be made to Masses and/or St. Joseph Cemetery in Meppen, IL.
Online condolences and guest book can be found at www.gresskallalschaaf.com
Gress, Kallal and Schaaf Funeral Home
