Obituary for Helen Grabarek
Helen Grabarek, 101, of Rockford, died Monday, November 8, 2021, at Medina Nursing Center in Durand. She was born February 15, 1920 in Rockford, the daughter of Stanley and Bernice (Gozdziaiski) Blaszczyk.
Helen worked as a line inspector at Sundstrand Aviation 31 years retiring in 1976. She enjoyed traveling during her retirement.
Helen is survived by her son, Dan (Bonnie) Wojtas of Winnebago; granddaughter, Gretchen (Steve) Wojtas-Johnson of Forreston; great-grandchildren, Natalie and Grant Johnson of Forreston; several nephews and nieces.
Helen is predeceased by her husband, Barney Grabarek; son, David Wojtas-Blisk; brothers, Joe Blisk, Walter Blisk, Frank Blaszyk, Matt Blaszczyk; twin brother, John Blisk.
Funeral service 11:00 a.m., with a visitation starting at 10:00 a.m., Monday, November 15, 2021, at Genandt Funeral Home, 602 N. Elida St., Winnebago with Reverend Lisa Lopez-Meyer pastor of First Presbyterian Church Of Winnebago officiating. Interment at Calvary Cemetery near Winnebago. In lieu of flowers memorials to the charity of your choice. For an online obituary and tributes go to www.genandtfuneralhome.com.
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Helen worked as a line inspector at Sundstrand Aviation 31 years retiring in 1976. She enjoyed traveling during her retirement.
Helen is survived by her son, Dan (Bonnie) Wojtas of Winnebago; granddaughter, Gretchen (Steve) Wojtas-Johnson of Forreston; great-grandchildren, Natalie and Grant Johnson of Forreston; several nephews and nieces.
Helen is predeceased by her husband, Barney Grabarek; son, David Wojtas-Blisk; brothers, Joe Blisk, Walter Blisk, Frank Blaszyk, Matt Blaszczyk; twin brother, John Blisk.
Funeral service 11:00 a.m., with a visitation starting at 10:00 a.m., Monday, November 15, 2021, at Genandt Funeral Home, 602 N. Elida St., Winnebago with Reverend Lisa Lopez-Meyer pastor of First Presbyterian Church Of Winnebago officiating. Interment at Calvary Cemetery near Winnebago. In lieu of flowers memorials to the charity of your choice. For an online obituary and tributes go to www.genandtfuneralhome.com.
Previous Events
Visitation
Monday
15
Nov
10:00 AM
- 11:00 AM
Genandt Funeral Home
602 N. Elida St.
Winnebago, IL 61088
Funeral Service
Monday
15
Nov
11:00 AM
Genandt Funeral Home
602 N. Elida St.
Winnebago, IL 61088
Cemetery Details
Location
Calvary Cemetery
8616 W. State St.
Winnebago, IL 61088
Memorial Contribution
In lieu of flowers memorials to the charity of your choice.
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