Obituary of Helen Ann Perusich

Sadly, we lost our mother, our sister, our friend, Helen Ann Perusich, on Friday, March 26, 2010. Helen was preceded in death by her husband, Bill in 1991. She fought valiantly against the effects of the Rheumatoid Arthritis that gripped her for so many years. We think, in the end, her heart just could not take it anymore. Helen leaves behind her children, Donna (William) Wiler of Canal Fulton and W. Paul Perusich of Chicago, Ill. She also leaves behind her beloved sisters, Rose (John) Moskos of Green and Mary (George) Palmer of Ellet; along with several nieces, nephews, and many life-long friends. Helen belonged to several groups, including the Firestone Park Prime Timers, where she served as the 'Sunshine Lady' for many years, and was also a faithful member of St. Paul Catholic Church. In years past, she was a member of the St. Paul Ladies Guild, a proud member of NCCW, the Jednota Club #553, the VFW 3353 Ladies Auxiliary, the 'Birthday Gals', and the Thursday bowling league at the Jednota Club. Helen's final request is for everyone to say a prayer for her as she enters into eternal life. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, March 30, at 11 a.m. at St. Paul Catholic Church on Brown St. in Akron, where the family will receive friends for one hour prior to the service. Interment will take place at Holy Cross Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in Helen's memory may be made to St. Paul Catholic Church or to the charity of one's choice. (Anthony Funeral Homes, 330.724.1281, anthonyfh.com)