Helen D. Olechno Obituary (1919 - 2009)

HELEN D. OLECHNO Helen D. Olechno, "the candy lady" age 89, of Menomonie, WI went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Thursday, Jan. 15, 2009. Helen was born May 20, 1919 in Milan, MN to Govert and Amelia Behrents. In her early years, Helen moved to Chicago, IL to work where she met her husband Ted. They were married for 70 years. In 1977, after retirement she and Ted moved to Menomonie, her family's home town of many years. Through the years, Helen enjoyed fishing, her "bridge (fishing) parties" and taking kids on "get lost trips". She always managed a hot, hotdog lunch from the car. Sundays found her in the foyer of the Alliance Church with her candy bag open for all kids and an occasional adult. Years of friendships developed with her loving each and every one. Helen is survived by her husband Ted Two daughters, Judy Head and Peggy Robertson and a sister, Alice Hovind, all of Menomonie Six grandchildren Fifteen great-grandchildren Nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends She was preceded in death by her parents, Govert and Amelia Behrents, two brothers, four sisters, three special cousins and one grandson. There will be a memorial service at 11:00 AM on Saturday, Jan. 31, 2009 at Olson Funeral Home in Menomonie, with Pastor Robert Koepp officiating. Visitation will be at the funeral home one hour prior to the service. All monetary memorials will be used in Helen's memory. No flowers please. To express condolences online, please visit obituaries at www.olsonfuneral.com