Mrs. Helen Minchak, 91, of Herndon, VA, formerly of Pittston, gracefully passed away on Saturday, March 21, 2015 at her home.

Born in Pittston, she was the daughter of the late Michael and Mary Michaylo Ochall. She was a 1942 graduate of Pittston High School. She was a lifetime member of St. Michael’s Byzantine Catholic Church, Pittston.

Prior to retirement Helen was employed at Consolidated Cigar, West Pittston, Pittston Area School District and Hillcrest Shades, Taylor.

She was a loving sister, mother and grandmother who will be greatly missed.

Helen was preceded in death by her loving husband Michael, who passed away on November 9, 1998, brothers Paul, Michael, George, John, Andrew, Robert, two infant brothers named Joseph and sisters, Mary Ochall, Ann Shemo and Margaret Kahanec.

Surviving are:
Sister, Agnes Roman of Herndon, VA (formally of Exeter)
Son, Michael Minchak and his wife, the former Mary Lou Mazzarella, of Herndon, VA
Granddaughters, Jennifer and Christine of Sterling, VA
Many nieces and nephews

Funeral services will be held Friday, March 27, 2015, at 10:30 am from the Bernard J. Piontek Funeral Home Inc., 204 Main Street, Duryea with Mass of the Divine Liturgy at 11:00 am in St. Michael's Byzantine Catholic Church, 205 North Main Street, Pittston with the Rev. Gary Messinger officiating. Interment will be in the Parish Cemetery, Pittston. Friends may call Thursday from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the funeral home. Parastas Services will be conducted Thursday at 4:00 pm. To leave the family an online condolence, please visit the funeral homes website, www.piontekfuneralhome.com In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 3701 Pender Drive, Suite 400, Fairfax, VA 22030 in Helen's memory.

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Guestbook Entries

So sorry for your loss.My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this sorrowful time.

Chales Pucilowski (over 9 years ago)

Mike, Mary Lou, Jennifer, and Christine - I know how much you've loved and cared for Helen, especially over the past several years. You made it so that her last years with us were filled with love and compassion. Who could ask for more. I know this is a difficult and confusing time; my heart, my prayers, and my love goes out to you all.

Patty Paratore (over 9 years ago)

With deepest sympathy.

John and Nancy Mazzarella (over 9 years ago)

May all your memories give you peace. With deepest sympathy.

Danetta and Bill Mullins (over 9 years ago)

Our deepest sympathy to you and your family Michael with the loss of your beloved mother.I will never forget the beautiful childhood memories of time spent together with your Mom and Dad as well as the genuine friendship shared by our parents. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Minchack Family.

Donna Kane and Genny Martini (over 9 years ago)

Keeping you in our prayers. With deepest sympathy. Lee Mazzarella Buckeye, AZ

Lee Mazzarella and family (over 9 years ago)

My deepest Condolences to the family of Helen Minchak.

Helen Acton (over 9 years ago)

Thinking of you Christine, your sister Jennifer and your Mom & Dad. Our deepest condolences and prayers. I know what an incredible blessing your Grandmother was in your life and the joy she brought your family. She is that same beautiful blessing watching over you from above.

Kelly, Growson, Hannah & Emma, Ashburn VA (over 9 years ago)

Prayers for you Mike and your family during this sad time.One day this sad time will be replaced by a warm smile when your thoughts turn towards your Mom. God bless you all.

Kevin Windle (over 9 years ago)

So sorry for your loss Mike, Mary, Jennifer, Christine & Aunt Agnes. Heaven has gained another angel & you now have another guardian angel to watch over you all. Love you guys...

Melissa Pedevillano & Steve Miller (over 9 years ago)

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during your time of grief. Hold on to fond memories and many years that you got to spend with such a wonderful woman.

George (Emil), Joan, Cheryl and David Minchak (over 9 years ago)

Michael, Mary Lou, Aunt Agnes, Jennifer & Christine- Both Laura and myself were saddened to hear of Aunt Helen's passing and our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Aunt Helen was such a very special person and while it is sad that she has passed on it brings us comfort to know that she is back together with Uncle Mickey and watching over everyone with all of her memories returned, and that she continues to live on in all of the wonderful memories she was so instrumental in creating not just in me, but in all of her family, extended family, and friends.

Tom & Laura Rogers (over 9 years ago)

Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, may looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow. Our thoughts and prayer are with you.

Allison, Perveen, Bushra, and Nichole (over 9 years ago)

Our deepest sympathy to Agnes Roman and Michael Minchak and Family, She was a wonderful woman who raised a loving son. She shared her love to our family as if we were her children. She will be missed. But she is at peace and with her beloved husband now in heaven.

Mark & Patty Stein, Warrenton, VA (over 9 years ago)

My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Minchak family. Helen was a wonderful woman. May God's grace be with all of you during this difficult time

Marshall R. Emerson (over 9 years ago)

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