Helen A. Walsh

February 29, 1920 - December 5, 2020

Helen A. Walsh (Migocki), of Grand Rapids passed away on Saturday December 5, 2020 at the age of 100. She was born on February 29, 1920 so actually she was only 25. Helen was preceded in death by her loving husband Paul; her parents Joseph and Catherine Migocki; siblings Stan (Florence) MIgocki, Edward (Betty) Migocki, Sophie (Wallace) Downer, Bernard (Theresa) Migoski, and Jean (Edward) Lach; brothers and sisters in law Edward (Laura) Walsh, Joseph (Lorraine) Walsh, Tom (Emily) Walsh, Jim (Betty) Walsh, and Marcella Papke. Helen was a graduate of Rockford High School and Grand Rapids Community College. She worked for over thirty years at G.M.’s Diesel Equipment. After retirement, she joined the Northview Seniors Line Dance Group and performed at many nursing homes. Helen was a long time parishioner of St. Jude’s Catholic Church where she served as a Sacristan and a Eucharistic Minister. Helen will be sadly missed by her special nieces and nephews Barbara (Edward) Bowe, Pat (Barbara) Walsh, Nan (Tom) Price, Arlene (Brian) Patterson, Roman (Christine) Downer, Elaine (Edward) Bolt, Patricia Packer, and many great nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Red Cross, St, Ann’s Home, or to a charity of one’s choice. The family would like to extend a special thank you to Sr. Gabriella and the staff of St. Ann’s for the loving care provided our aunt during her stay, especially during this last week. Due to Covid-19 restrictions, a private Funeral Mass was held at St. Jude’s Catholic Church.