Helen M. Mehalik, 85, of Brighton Township, passed away on June 4th, 2026, at Heritage Valley Beaver.
She was born in Pittsburgh on July 8th, 1940, a daughter of the late Philip and Helen (Kasper) Demoratz. She was the 6th of 9 children. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband of 50 years, John Mehalik, her brothers: Joseph, Philip, Jr., Joseph, Steve and George; as well as her sisters, Margaret Liberatore and Ann Postich, her son-in-law, Al Colaizzi and her step-grandson, Anthony Colaizzi. She is survived by two daughters, Susan (Chris) Gubish and Mary Colaizzi and her son, John T. Mehalik, Jr., all of Brighton Township, her grandchildren, Justin (Melissa) Mehalik (Howell, Michigan) and Katherine Gubish of Carnegie, her great grandchildren, Thomas, Lucas, and Nikolas, step-grandchildren, Ben Colazzi and Amanda (Caleb Watts) of Pittsburgh, her great grandchildren, Azaela Carmichael and CJ Watts and two sisters, Mary (Frank) Aloi of Ellwood City and Diane (David) Reese of Industry and numerous nieces, nephews, grand nieces and nephews.
Helen was a devoted wife, loving mother, dedicated grandmother, great grandmother, and caring friend. She was kind and welcoming, making sure to never let a birthday or special event pass without letting those in her life know they were loved. She hosted many gatherings through the years. Her house was a space where friends gathered and became family. She enjoyed gambling, going out to eat, and playing cards, especially Kings Corner. To know her was to know unconditional love. She belonged to Saints Peter and Paul Church in Beaver, where she was a member of the Keenage Club and Marian Guild. She would often volunteer at the church and school. She was also a member of St. Anthony Auxillary in Midland.
Friends will be received on Thursday, June 11th, from 4-8 p.m. in the Noll Funeral Home, Inc., 333 Third Street, Beaver, who was in charge of her arrangements. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, June 12th at 10:30 a.m. at Saints Peter and Paul Church, 200 3rd Street, Beaver.
The family would like to thank the staff at HVHS Beaver. The care and compassion the doctors and nurses provided in her final days was an immeasurable comfort to the family. They also thank Dr. Frank Aloi who was always available for his Aunt Helen.