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Helen M. Polansky, 88

Helen M. Polansky, 88, of Pequea, PA, passed away on Friday, September 30, 2011, at her residence, surrounded by her family.

She was the wife of the late Joseph Polansky, who passed away in 1997. Born in New Philadelphia, PA, she was the daughter of the late George and Anna Nemetz Kristoff.

Helen had worked as a seamstress for a sportswear garment factory on Brockton, PA for 11 years.

Helen enjoyed the outdoors, spending her time gardening or in her backyard.

She was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church.

Helen is survived by her children: Helene M. Mowday companion of Ralph A. Gehring of Pequea, Joseph R. Polansky of Pequea, and Roseanne M. married to Steven Hahn of Conestoga; her two grandchildren Danielle Eshleman and Casey Hahn, and by her brother Edward Kristoff.

Friends will be received on Tuesday, October 4, 2011 from 930-1030AM at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 119 S. Prince St., Lancaster, PA, with the Mass to follow at1030AM, the Rev. Leo Goodman as Celebrant. Interment in Indiantown Gap National Cemetery on Wednesday, October 5th. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions in Helen’s memory to Hospice of Lancaster County, 685 Good Drive, Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604-4125. To send an online condolence, please visit SnyderFuneralHome.com. Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory 393-9661

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Helene,Joe,& Rose,

Sorry to hear about the passing of your mom. My sympathy is expressed to each of you at this time. I hope you are doing well.

Chuck

Dear Helene, Joe, and Rose
We all would like to send our deepest condolences for you loss.  We will all miss aunt helen very much. 

Denise and Dana Fassel
Mike Fassel & Logan
Anna and Kevin Flanary & Anthony, Keanna
Jennifer and Gil DiIorio & Arianna, Cristiana, Dana

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