Helen Carol Kozikowski peacefully entered into the arms of Jesus on July 13, 2024, at her home surrounded by her loving family and the comforting presence of Father Steve of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church.

Born on December 25, 1944, Helen entered this world as a Christmas baby. She was the cherished daughter of Joseph and Ann Girardo, beloved sister of Maryanne Geisz and Joseph Girardo. Helen grew up in South Philadelphia on the Italian market where her family owned a business. She loved attending the American bandstand with friends and listening to Bobby Rydell. Helen moved to Lancaster County in 1977, after her marriage to Ronald Kozikowski, where she raised three children.

Helen's love for Jesus was intricately woven into her love for her family. As a doting wife to Ronald Kozikowski, a devoted mother to Denise Kozikowski, Natalie Rombach and Christine Kozikowski and a cherished grandmother to Nate Simon, Sophia Simon, Jade Rombach, Cole Rombach and Allison Rombach she exemplified Christ's teachings by her kindness, generosity, and unwavering support. Her home was filled with laughter and delicious smells, where she enjoyed cooking amazing meals for her family and friends. Helen hosted many gatherings in her home and at the beach and she always welcomed anyone who wanted to join. "The more the merrier" was her mantra.

During her lifetime, Helen worked various jobs to help support her family, but her favorite was cashiering at Oregon Dairy where she befriended many customers and coworkers. Her laugh could often be heard resonating throughout the store and she was often seen extending a helping hand to a customer in need. Helen loved traveling with her family to many exciting places such as California, New York, Colorado, Florida, New Mexico, Utah, Cuba, Bahamas, Puerto Rico, Czech Republic, Austria, France, Ireland, Poland, Maine, and Louisiana.

Helen's life was a beautiful reflection of her deep faith in Jesus, which permeated every aspect of her being. She attended Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in New Holland, where she was surrounded by a loving community that blossomed into lifelong friendships. She had the pleasure of developing additional deep friendships while undertaking religious pilgrimages in Medjugorje, Israel, Fatima, Lourdes and Rome. These friendships provided comfort by showering her with love and prayers along with her family in her final days. Helen will be remembered for her passion for life and her joyful spirit that touched the hearts of all who knew her, leaving an indelible mark on the lives she encountered.

Helen's final loving wish was to donate her body to science and was received by Humanity Gifts Registry. A Memorial Mass and celebration of Helen's life will be held at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, 150 Water St, New Holland, PA 17557, on Saturday, October 12, 2024, at 11 AM. The celebration of life will immediately follow. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church or The John Hopkins Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center .