Contributions to the tribute of Helen T. Sacks

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Monday, April 20, 2020

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Lee Rogers posted a condolence

Thursday, February 20, 2020

First, let me offer my condolences, I have never met Helen, however, I believe she was my Grandfather’s, sister. I am so sorry to hear about this loss. I have been searching for his family for information on my grandfather’s past. My grandfather’s name was Leon Szustkiewicz, at some point in his life he changed it to Lee Rogers. I am not exactly sure why. I was always told, “Szustkiewicz was too hard to pronounce, for people, and wouldn’t fit on a dog tag.”, he was in WW2, Korea, and did two tours in Vietnam. He is actually buried in Arlington National Cemetery. He was born September 11th, 1922, and passed Jan 5th, 1998(colon cancer), I was 14 and by his side, I was born Feb 21, 1984. I never got to speak to him about his past. I would love to hear those stories. I feel I’ve been searching for those stories for 20 years. I always wanted to know my family history, stories from his childhood, with his siblings (of which I know he had a few Charlie, Walter, Dorothy, Helen) parents and what they went through as a family. My father Craig Rogers doesn’t know much either. I know nothing. If anyone can offer any information, any stories, good/bad, My grandfather never spoke of his past. I would very much appreciate any information. Thank you, and again I am so very for your loss. The doctor’s said if they caught his colon cancer sooner he would have lived to be 100, I think this proves it. I can be contacted via LeeSethRogers@gmail.com with any information.

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Cynthia Vlacich posted a condolence

Saturday, October 13, 2018

Sherrie, you will always (as you have been) an inspiration to me, as Nan was and always will be also. You help me take care of my elderly parents in spirit…if I can be even close to the wonderful, caring daughter you were for Nan, I will be blessed and am eternally grateful to you and God. Nanny Granny (just saw her obituary now), was the best too. I will always carry a piece of her in my heart. She is at peace and not just “reasonably happy” in this life, but “supremely happy with Him in the next”… Still so sad I could not make it to her memorial service, but am grateful that someone taped it for me. Nan I’m sure was very pleased, as was I. If anyone deserves to be a guardian Angel, it’s Nan, and I believe she is! She’ll always be with us. Much love to you and Grandpa too. God Bless you both always. Missing you and prayers to all the family…Cindy Vlacich

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Amy Vlacich posted a condolence

Thursday, October 11, 2018

My great grandmother, Helen Sacks, passed away this past month, suddenly and quietly at the age of 93. I never knew her official age until now as this fact was always shrouded in mystery. We celebrated her birthday, but never a number. Nan was eternally youthful, full of laughter and life, able to take a dark past and transform it into something powerful and sacred. She was a survivor, a child of immigrant parents, and a woman of God who held tightly to her faith. This was the light that guided her out of the darkness and reminded her that there is good in the world, and in the world beyond. She was a natural storyteller who loved poetry and could recite long verses or tall tales from grade school well into her 80s. As a child, I remember her volunteering to act in all my silly home movies, picking up the script minutes before filming and improvising the lines. We never recorded over the outtakes because they were always the best. As frustrated as I would be as the 10-year-old director trying to create my masterpiece, Nan would always leave me in stitches, laughing to tears. Perhaps that’s what I’ll remember most about her: that loud, joyful, enchanting laugh that filled the room and invited everyone around her to join. That, and her fashion sense. Neck scarves, lipstick, sunglasses–Nan was always dressed to impress–her age didn’t matter. She was a fierce and loving force with a razor sharp wit, and I hope she’s at peace now, wherever she is. Thank you, Nan, for all that you shared with this world. Your warmth, humor, and resilience continue to inspire me. You will truly be missed.

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June Rodgerson posted a condolence

Sunday, September 30, 2018

Sherrie so sorry I can’t be there at this time. You are a great part of my family, more like a sister than sister in law . I have Watched you take such good care of your mom as you did with my parents . I am driving glad you have so mAny memories with her and know she is suffering anymore and the Lord will take over your job now. Love you all.

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Linda Chagnon posted a condolence

Tuesday, September 25, 2018

My deepest condolence, Sherrie I remember the good old days when we were growing up. We had such good times with our families. I was glad to catch up with everyone a couple of years ago your mother still looked the same. My thoughts and prayers are with you and remember the good times. I was glad I called you and we had a long talk before mom died. My Love and Prayers, Love, Linda Chagnon

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Pat Migliaro posted a condolence

Tuesday, September 25, 2018

Our deepest condolences to you Sherrie and family. You were a wonderful daughter right up to the end. Take comfort in the knowledge that she is with our Lord. She was blessed to have you which gave her a family to love and care for her. Her grandsons and all the grandchildren will miss her but will still have the wonderful memories she left behind. Love, John and Pat Migliaro

Helen T. Sacks

Friday, September 21, 2018

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