Helen J. Carpini
June 16, 1929 ~ July 22, 2007
Helen J. (Oliver) Carpini of Weirton, passed away Sunday July 22, 2007, at the Trinity Medical Center West. She was born June 16, 1929 in Steubenville, Ohio, and was the daughter of the late Joseph and Jennie (Paladino) Oliver. She was preceded in death by her son, Anthony Carpini, Jr., her brother, Norman Oliver and her sisters, Angeline Welshans and Ida Puzzuole.
Helen was a wife and mother and worked for many years as a Tupperware Dealer, at Krogers and for Weight Ltd. She was active in the AARP and Four Seasons where she served as tour director for many years and made sure the trips were fun and exciting for all of her travelers. She was a member of St. Paul’s Catholic Church where she was a member of St. Paul’s Christian Mothers and a past Lecturer and Eucharistic Minister. She also was a member of the Red Hat Society, K of C Auxiliary, a member of the Board of Directors of the Weirton Senior Center Board and the Cursillo Movement.
Helen is survived by her husband of 57 years, Anthony Carpini, Sr. of Weirton; two sons, Dominic Carpini, and his companion, Leslie Bacich, of Follansbee, Joseph Carpini, and his companion Tawny Boggs of Weirton, WV; two daughters, Angela Reinard and her husband Tim and Mary Lyons and her husband Gary all of Weirton; Also surviving is a brother, Vince Oliver and friend Carolyn Shaffer, and three sisters; Antoinette Oliver, Josie (Sam) Cekinovich and Rose (Butch) Mark and her sister in law Francis Oliver.
The joy of her life, other than traveling with Tony, were her six grandchildren, Robert Reinard of Chicago, Christopher Reinard of Pittsburgh, Sara and Matthew Lyons of Weirton, and Casie and Jodie Carpini of Owings Mills, Md. Helen will be missed by her many nieces and nephews as well as her many dear friends.
The family will receive friends _6-8_ PM Wednesday, and 2-4 and 6-8 PM Thursday at the Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home, 3219 Main Street, Weirton.
Funeral Liturgy with Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 10 AM Friday at St. Pauls Catholic Church with Reverend Father Larry Dorsch officiating.
Interment will be in St. Paul Cemetery, Weirton.
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To all of Helens many family members we would like to extend our sincerest sympathies.Be at peace because there is no doubt that Helen is home– and we are homesick. Annie .
My thoughts and prayers are with you. It is an inspiration for me to see the legacy of faith and love that Helen has left for her family. That faith will get you through these difficult times and her immortal love will sustain you. May God Bless and comfort all of you.
Dear Family, We are very sorry about Helen’s passing. It sure is hard to understand God’s plan, but our faith tells us to trust Him; especially in times like this. Helen will certainly be missed. She was truly a soldier for the Lord. We will especially miss her smiling face in church. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers daily. We love you,
We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
Mary & Gary: We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your Mom. I never knew her but from the photo’s she had a wonderful smile and engaging eyes. I bet she was had a laugh to match. Our thoughts & prayers are with you & the family.
Our deepest sympathies to your family in your time of sorrow. Our prayers are with your family.
Dear Tony and Family, Please accept our heartfelt sympathy. Jim and Mary Lou Bonaventura
Dear Family, So sorry for your loss. I didn’t know Helen, but I know her son Dominic – wonderful person. Suzanne Stivason
Tony & Family Our sympathy, love, and prayers are with you at this time. Tony, Ruth, & Sara Licata
I am sorry to hear fo Helen’s death. Sis
Know that you are covered in prayer during this very difficult time of sorrow and loss. Helen will be missed, but she’s dancing with the angels now and we will all be reunited one day. May you all feel the comfort and loving embrace of our Heavenly Father and know that our savior, Jesus, goes through the heartache with us and feels every tear that falls. Love you all…
To the Carpini family, Helen will be dearly missed. We had such great fun on trips with her. I am sure she is leading the angels, on trips, through Heaven. Sincerely
May God be with you all and grant you peace. My deepest sympaty on your loss. Jeanie Green McHenry
Dear Dom, I am so very sorry to know of your loss. May the happy memories you share together with other family members and those you hold privately about your mom, fill your heart at this time of sorrow. She is smiling from heaven. She is home. love, Mary Ellen and Rick
My condolences and deepest sympathy to Helen’s family and friends at your loss. My prayer for you is that as you look to the Lord Jesus Christ in your mourning, the Holy Spirit of God the Father comforts, consoles, and holds you close in your time of grief.
Hey guys… So sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. This is a tough time for you but you will do well in this new stage of your lives: Mom is gone. It is hard to believe we left the valley two whole years ago. Take care Frank and Chris
Angie , Moose & Family: Our thoughts & prayers are with you. We are here for you now & for always
My thoughts and prayers will be with you all during this time.
Please accept my condolences in your loss. Helen was a beautiful and loving person and will remain with all of you forever. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Dominic and Leslie, We are so deeply sorry for your loss. May the lord bless you and your family. We have asked our angel, Noah, to welcome your mother to the kingdom of heaven. Please let us know if there is anything we can do. The Rauch’s
I had to opportunity to work with Helen when she took her group on a New England cruise last year as well as a trip to Pittsburgh last fall. She was a lovely person, full of life and fun. I did not know her long but would like to have known her better. For that I feel her loss – For Her Family a great loss. My Sympathy to those who loved her. Beverly Musilli
Dear Angela, Tim, Chris, Bob and family, My deepest sympathy for the loss of Helen. I’m so glad I had the chance to meet her in Chicago this past May. From everything Bob tells me, she was a wonderful, kind, and loving woman…who loved to travel! I only wish I could have gotten to know her better.
Our condolences to the entire family.
Dominic & Family – Deepest sympathy to you & your family. It has been over 25 yrs since I left Weirton. Being part of the Tuchalski Family always brought me back to town. I have great memories of my high school days & lessons of life you taught me. Best wishes through this chapter of life. I’ll keep your family in my prayers.
Dominic , I am sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I can tell from the memorial what a great person your mom was, and I know she will be with you everyday watching over you. Carry the happy memories with you.
Helen was my first “girlfriend’s Mom”, and, boy, was she pretty! She welcomed me and made me feel as special as her daughter did. Always a smile and a good story from Helen, lo, those many years ago. Heaven is a better place for taking her into its bosom. Requiescat in pace. Bob Gaudio
Mary, Gary and family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We hope you find comfort in knowing that we are praying for you at this difficult time. God bless.
MARY, SO SORRY TO HEAR OF THE LOSS OF YOUR MOTHER…YOUR FRIEND..KEVIN DOAK
Our condolences to the entire family.
To Helen’s family….. Sheila and I wish to express our deepest sympathies for your loss. Any time Helen would enter a room it would just brighten up.
Dear Tony and Family, I’m so sorry to hear of Helen’s passing.Times like this start the memories flowing and your family played a large part in my childhood events. What good times to remember! My deepest sympathy in your time of sorrow.
My deepset sympathies. God be with you. Pray that we may join Helen someday with God.
My sincere sympathy to all the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mary, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless, Frances
Mary, So sorry to hear about the passing of your Mother. You and your entire family are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless, Martha Emley First Steps Pediatrics
Mary, I truely am sorry for your lost. May time, family and friends help to heal the emptyness i’m sure you feel in your heart. Remember, as your friend, i am here for you and your family. If there is anything i can do to help please let me know. May god bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Your true friend, Mary Little
Mary, We are so sorry to hear about your mother. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Angie,Mary,and Dominic, We were so sorry to hear of the passing of your mom. Although we were unable to be there with you, please know that you are in our prayers during this very difficult time for your family.
Our deepest sympathies to all the family. Helen was always fun & so full of life, she will be missed by all. Rich & Patty Wieloh
Josie and family, So sorry to hear about the death of your sister, Helen. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love, Rose Ann and Bill
Aunt Helen – You are missed! Uncle Tony, Dom, Joe, Ang, & Mary – the loss of your wife and mom is tremendous in the life of many that knew and loved her. Aunt Helen was a leader, a doer, and had a contagious laugh that wanted people to be around her and enjoy life the way she did! She will always be remembered for the love and passion she had for life and others. I will miss her and know that she is kicking up her heels and having those around her kick up theirs in the heavens above! May you all be blessed with peace of mind and heart and know that she continues to enjoy life in full abundance! Much love, Jeannette in Seattle
Dear Family, It was such a shock to hear of Cousin Helen’s passing. its the funny and sad thing about life is that loved ones touch your heart and then leave. Your are all in our thoughts and prayers. Rob,Jenny,and Dominic Bissell (Sal Oliver’s Grandson)
Mom, it’s been a year already and it doesn’t hurt any less. We all miss you. Love Dominic
HAPPY EASTER MOM.. I LOVE YOU!! JOEY
Happy Birthday Mom!!! WE all miss you!! Love You!! Joey
Happy Birthday Mom, We all love you and miss you!!! Joey
Happy Birthday Mom. I still reach to call for your advice. Love You.
Mom, The last 4 years with you being gone have been very different and empty without you here.. Please look over all of us and now that Daddy has join you and Anthony R.I.P.. JOEY
I’m following my younger brother’s lead but it’s a good one. We’ve missed you terribly but I’m sure you missed Daddy more. You’re all together and that’s a good thing. Love you Mom.
Happy Birthday Mom !
HAPPY BIRTHDAY MOM!! SORRY A LITTLE:) LOVE JOEY
Mom, Five years ago you left us to be with Anthony again. I miss you so much everyday. I love you! Mary
WOW 6 YEARS CAN’T BELIEVE IT!
WE LOVE YOU
JOEY &TAWNY
WOW 6 YEARS CAN’T BELIEVE IT!
WE LOVE YOU
JOEY &TAWNY
Happy Birthday Mom !!
Dominic