Helen Marie Niemkiewicz, age 91, of Wilmington Delaware, passed away, late at night, Sunday, October 22, 2023. She died peacefully after a day and evening of being surrounded by love from her family members. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She cared deeply about her family.
She is the mother of children, Andrea Bukay (late Rick), John Niemkiewicz (Renie), late Mark Niemkiewicz (Marie), Mary Silvers (Eric), and Evan Niemkiewicz (Maggie). She is survived by ten grandchildren, six great grandchildren, nieces and nephews, families of in-laws, and many friends.
Helen was born, November 28, 1931, in Chester, PA, daughter of the late Mary Rupnicki and the late Michael Piorko. She was the youngest of six children. She is the sister of the late Anne Shackleford, the late Stella Gray (Carl), the late Adele Greeley (Tom), the late Frank Piorko (Pat), and the late Eddie Piorko (Betty).
She attended and graduated from Notre Dame Catholic Girls High School. Helen resided in Wilmington, DE, for 60 years where she raised her five children. She was an office manager for a pediatric dentist for many years. She enjoyed working with children.
Helen, very much, enjoyed family gatherings, holiday parties, and dining at restaurants with family and friends. She enjoyed being with people and socializing. She was generous towards her family and friends. Helen always sent birthday, holiday, and special events cards. She acknowledged significant moments in people’s lives. She loved going to concerts, museums, the beach, and traveling the world. She treasured her many collections that she acquired throughout her life. They were meaningful to her.
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