Service Details
Funeral: Thursday, January 10, 2019 12:00pm
Visitation: Thursday, January 10, 2019 10:00am – 12:00pm
Location: Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home Chapel, 4600 County Line Rd., Racine, WI 53403
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Helene Marie (nee: Petersen) Hellesen, age 72, received the promise of eternal life on January 1, 2019. She was born in Racine, WI, on February 24, 1946, daughter of the late Roy and Clara (Kay) Petersen. Helene was united in marriage, for 37 special years, to William “Bill” E. Hellesen, October 1, 1977. Bill preceded her in death on March 14, 2014. Helene graduated from Gateway Technical College, in 1984, with an AA degree, in accounting. She worked as an accountant, for several years, at the YMCA and YWCA . Before switching careers, to massage therapy, she worked for the cable company in Racine and Milwaukee. Helene was a licensed massage therapist and reiki master, from 2003 until her retirement November 2013. She loved her volunteer work, at Our Harmony Club, cooking the noon meal several times a month. Helene leaves to cherish her memory, daughters, Sheila R. (Pat) Carey of Fort Worth, Texas and Shannon M. Jones of Racine; granddaughter, Shannen H. (Keith) Eden; great grandson, Xander of Rockford, Illinois and granddaughter, Kayla M. Jones of Racine. She was further survived by her step-children, William R. Hellesen, Timothy (Gail) Hellesen, Karen Jacobs, Kathy Hellesen, Cindy Hellesen all of Racine and Lori Branthover, of Kentucky. Other grandchildren that survive Helene are, Ricky, Chad (Melissa) and Todd (Aymber) Branthover, Jason Hess, April (Joshua) Duck, Stephanie, Sara, Sabrina Hellesen, Valerie Chacon, LeAnn Lopez and 10 great-grandchildren.
In addition to her husband and parents, Helene was preceded in death, by her sister, Joyce (nee: Petersen) Kamakian and her niece Kim Kamakian.
A Celebration of her Life will be held on Thursday, January 10, 2019, 12:00pm in the Chapel of Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home. Visitation will be in the chapel from 10:00am until the time of service. Interment will take place in West Lawn Memorial Park.
Anonymous says
Mom you truly mean the world to me. So kind, strong, thoughtful, caring, loving and silly even when you didnt feel well. You have helped so many in so many ways and are loved. I miss you more than words could ever say and will every day… I love you the most♡♡♡
Chryl king Schuster says
She will always be very special to me . She is and was an amazing person. I shall cherrish all the time that I got to spend with her. I will always remember our talks and her advice. Thank you mum
Bonnie Robinson says
So sorry for the loss of your mother. I know she was loved in this life and will be loved and cherished in the here after. God bless all of you.
Lori Fritzler and family says
I didn’t know you very well personally, but you must have need a beautiful caring woman, because you raised 2 beautiful caring mothers! Yours truly, Lori Fritzler and Family❤
Linda Schmidt says
Praying for God’s strength for your family in your time of sorrow
Maria Samudio says
Sorry for your loss. She now has eternal life.
Theresa Leal says
Dear Miss Shannon, you and Kayla have our deepest condolences! I know this journey will not be easy, but please know you both have, along with us, a thousand plus people that love you! You’re not going to want it, but accept the help. Take the shoulders that are given and cry on them. It won’t help everyday, but it’s there. We love you both! We’re here for you and please don’t forget it💖💟💖😇🤗😘
Amie Ferrante says
You were there for me at a very confusing and upsetting time in my life. I hope you knew how much having all those chats helped. You also gave Caralia so much relief, with all her medical issues…. such a gifted healer! I miss you so much. I really hope that the Reikki you received helped make things easier for you. Much love to everyone who is missing you! <3
Lynne Christman says
Shannon and Kayla,
I am thinking of you today. ❤
I’m sorry I am unable to be there .
Sending my sincere sympathy ,
love , and many hugs ❤
Virginia Guzman says
Family, it is with great sorrow to find your mom and step mom passed. Helene was one of the kindest, gentle person I knew. She loved talking about all of her kids. Wish I could have flown in for the funeral. Just to let you all know you were most devotedly loved. God Bless.