Helena M. Heydinger, age 91, of Willard, OH passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 28, 2021 at Mayfair Village Retirement Center in Columbus, Ohio. She was born February 18, 1930 in New Washington, Ohio to the late Walter A and Winifred (Blust) Kreim. She moved to Attica with her family in 1964 and then to Willard in 2002. She was a member of St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Willard. She was a volunteer at the Willard Mercy Hospital. She enjoyed square dancing, gardening, wood carving and reading.
She is survived by her husband, Daniel Heydinger, whom she married May 5, 1951; Delores Kreim, wife of her brother James Kreim.
Also survived by daughter, Rose Zuber; 2 sons and 3 daughters in law, Jeffrey and Sue Heydinger; Randall and Lisa Heydinger; Sharon Heydinger (wife of Brian Heydinger);15 grandchildren and 30 + great grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by 2 sons, Joseph and Brian Heydinger; daughter, Rebecca Roberts; brothers Walter Kreim, James Kreim, Bernard and his wife Mary Kreim.
It has been a very difficult decision to postpone a funeral. Because of COVID, we have decided to have a celebration of life for mom when it would be safer for Danny. We do want all who loved her to be with us on that day. It just can’t happen in this “climate” until we feel Danny would be safe to see all of you. And he really wants to visit with ALL of you!
Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Francis School or to the Willard Library. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.secorfuneralhomes.com.
Condolences
Linda Klein - Sep 6, 2021
Danny I am writing this to say how sorry I am to learn of Tootsie's passing. My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Laurena VanEerten and family - Sep 4, 2021
Danny and family, so sorry to hear of the passing of Tootsie. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Barb Templeman - Sep 3, 2021
Helena was a special lady. I enjoyed my visits with her when I delivered her library books. Many of the library staff were saddened at Helena's passing but shared smiles as we shared stories about her. Our sympathy to the family.
Tim Curtin - Sep 3, 2021
Sending loving thoughts and prayers to you all.
Bob Kelley - Sep 2, 2021
My heartfelt condolences and thoughts for Dan and the family. I miss her and Dan too, as we were neighbors for many years. She was sweet, special, and well read in all types of things! Her carving abilities were astounding! Miss her. Heaven gained an angel!
Jim and Marlene Henry - Sep 2, 2021
What a dear, wonderful lady, so full of knowledge, talent and delightful humor. She and Danny were masters at making a person feel at home. May God bless you with comfort and the joy of having her with you all these years.
Beth Goodsite - Sep 1, 2021
I am so sorry for the loss of your beloved Helena. She was so sweet and kind, always with a smile. Our church ministry group delivered meals to her and Dan for quite a while. She was so pleasant and always more concerned for others than she was for herself. Rest in peace Helena.
Louann(Metzger)Steiner - Sep 1, 2021
Danny & family, So very sorry to hear of Toots' passing. Many 'old' memories of stopping to visit with you both on our way home from Toledo trips. Tootsie was always the gracious hostess! The things you remember of someone! Thoughts and prayers for comfort.
SHARON A. CLAUS - Aug 31, 2021
Not realizing till after I posted, my Dad, Gene Bauman, was a good friend of Danny through the Knights of Columbus in Attica, Ohio. I am sure this will bring back some fond memories for him of my parents, Gene and Winifred Bauman. God Bless all of you!
Ray and Sharon (Bauman) Claus, Royal Oak MI - Aug 31, 2021
What a blessing to have your wife and mother for these years. I was a classmate of Jeff at Seneca East. With sincere sympathy.
Patti (Heydinger) Cok - Aug 31, 2021
My deepest sympathy to Danny , Rose , Jeff and Randy and families. I cherish all the meals that I was honored to share with them. A true example of true love! I will miss you Toots!
Ken and Cyndi Shoup - Aug 31, 2021
Prayers of comfort and strength for all of you.
Ashley Black - Aug 31, 2021
Helena you will be greatly missed. I truly enjoyed getting to know you an Daniel during my time at the willows with you guys. I enjoyed your humor. Prayers for the family
Amy Niedermier-Winnicki - Aug 31, 2021
I am so sorry to hear the news. Thanks for keeping "Uncle" Danny safe. Love and hugs to all of you. I will always treasure the memories I have from your whole family.
Marsha Martin - Aug 31, 2021
Rose and family; so sorry for your loss. Prayers to you and your family.
Dorothy Carpenter - Aug 30, 2021
My daughter was her paper carrier. We didn’t know her long and she was a sweetheart. Prayers for Danny and his family.
Kempf Family - Aug 30, 2021
Sending prayers to the family. Sorry for your loss.
Linda Veletean - Aug 30, 2021
Dan and family I was so sorry to hear that Helena had passed. She was such a delight to talk to at the 55+ dinners and when I would speak to her on the phone. I am so deeply sorry for your loss and you will be in my prayers.
BARB JONES - Aug 30, 2021
Sending, hugs, sympathy and prayers. She was a nice and caring person. God bless. bj and family.
