Age 78, of Lawrenceville, passed away on Thursday, July 3, 2025. Beloved daughter of the late Walter and Helen Staniszewski; loving sister of Walter (Joyce) Staniszewski, Verna (Jerry) Smulski, George Staniszewski and Jon (Elaine) Staniszewski; cherished aunt of Jessica (Shawn), Walter A. "Duke" (Michelle), Amy, Andrew (Shivani), Anthony (Megan), Luke, Bridget, Margo and Bruno; also survived by 4 great nieces and 4 great-nephews.

Helene had a passion for travel, the Steelers and the Penguins. But it was her kind heart that touched the lives of those who knew her. She had a gentle soul, a welcoming smile and a way of making others feel truly seen and cared for. She will be missed by many people.

Family and friends are welcomed at the WALTER J. ZALEWSKI FUNERAL HOME,216 44th Street, Lawrenceville, on Thursday, July 10, 2025 from 2-8 p.m. Funeral Mass at St. Pio of Pietrelcina Parish, St. Augustine Church on Friday, July 11, 2025 at 10:00 a.m.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Alzheimer's Association at http://www.alz.org or the UPMC Hillman Cancer Center, Suite 1B, 5150 Centre Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15232.