Helene Erika Edling Hetesi, 89, of Newtown, PA, passed away on November 16, 2013. Erika, as she preferred to be called, was born April 14, 1924 in Pfungstadt, Germany. She was one of 9 children of the late Marie and Jacob Edling. In 1951, Erika and her husband, Janos (John), who pre-deceased her in June, 1991, left Germany and emigrated to America to provide a better life for their children, and settled in Warren, PA, where they lived for 46 years. Erika worked for the New Process Company in Warren until age of retirement. Due to increasing age-related health issues, Erika moved to the Washington Crossing/Newtown, PA area in the summer of 2007, to live closer to family. Erika is survived by three daughters, Heidemarie (Heidi) Peditto, Washington Crossing, PA, Julianna Green, Morgantown, WV, and Rosemarie Abruzzese, Philadelphia, PA, as well as by eight granddaughters and ten great-grandchildren. A private, family-only viewing will be held at the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., 304 East Street, Warren, PA. Friends are invited to attend and pay their respects at a memorial service beginning at 11:00 A.M. Wednesday, November 20, 2013 at the First Presbyterian Church in Warren, PA with the Rev. George Johnson officiating. Interment will be private at Oakland Cemetery. E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com
I have been thinking about my time spent with “Helga” a lot lately. I miss the time we spent together and I am forever grateful for having such a wonderful woman in my life. My heart goes out to her family.
Dear Emily,
Thank you so much for your expression of sympathy and the kind words regarding
my mother. It is a truly consoling feeling to know that my mother left behind such
wonderful memories for her friends, who she always thought so much of and cared
about.
With gratitude, Heidi
Juci, Heidi, Rosy and Families
Our deepest sympathy in the loss of your Mom and Grandmother. The years have come and gone and I still remember how much fun she was. I can still hear her “giggle” as if it was yesterday. She was the life of the party and there was never a dull moment when our families got together. She was such a wonderful friend to my mom and how I miss those days of our “extended family” get-togethers. We always had such fun. She has been missed and will always be a special part of my wonderful childhood memories. Love and Prayers, Halina and Jim
Dear Halina, Jim and Family,
Thank you so very much for your graciousness in having Juci, Rosie and me to your
home the evening before we left; and a very special thank you for sharing all the
wonderful memories of fun-filled years past that our families spent together — memories
that will stay with us forever.
I’m do glad I had an opportunity to meet your son and daughter — you and Jim have
every reason to be very proud of them — they are terrific.
Thank you again; I hope we will stay in touch. Much love, Heidi
Heidi, Juli and Rosemarie,
My sympathy in the loss of your Mom.
I remember your family and and the stories of the hard times your Mom and Dad endured.
I remember you all coming up to visit my Mom and Dad. Bill and Micky, and us visiting your Mom and Dad at your home in Warren.
Your Mom was sort of afraid of my Dad, because of who my Dad’s mustache reminded her of. Strange, the things that stick in your mind.
My best to you all, Rod
Dear Rod,
Thank you so much for your kind expressions of sympathy and for sharing
your memories of my mother and family, Heidi
Dear Julie, Rosemarie, and Heidi,
So sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. She was always so vibrant and humorous that I always enjoyed being around her very much! She could do most anything in the way of sewing, cooking, and decorating – she was a very talented lady and a hard worker.
Please know that others are thinking of you at this time.
Best wishes,
Cheryl
Dear Cheryl,
Although I never had the opportunity of knowing you personally, I, nevertheless,
want to thank you for your kind expression of sympathy and the wonderful memories of
my mother you have shared. Sincerely, Heidi
Heidi, Juli and Rosemarie,
My deepest condolences for you all in the loss of your Mother. I can remember soo many wonderful memories with your family. Your Mom and Dad were always so much fun to spend time with and the wonderful meals at your house and them at our house, Always good times and laughter! Rose and I were just talking about one of those times and were wondering about Ericka and the family. Prayers for you all, may she live on on your hearts with all the wonderful memories you have stored away.
Love to all.
Kay Proud
Dear Kay,
Thank you so much for your kindness in expressing your sympathy and, especially,
for sharing your wonderful memories of my mother and father — it is a great
source of comfort knowing that they both had such a positive impact on their
friends’ lives. My best to you and yours. Love, Heidi
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I have fond memories of the summer that Lisa stayed in Warren and we played at her grandparents house all summer long. Mr. and Mrs. Hetesi were wonderful people who will be missed.
Dear Rosemarie, Juli and Heidi,
I was so sorry to hear about your mom. Soooo many good memories with your family! The wonderful food, your mom’s joyful giggle, time spent with my parents and yours, lots of holidays and birthdays. Kay and I were recently talking about you all and were wondering about your mom. I checked my mom’s address book to see if I could find out where she was and give her a call, but couldn’t find anything current. Our mom has been struggling with dementia for the last 3 years so her memory wasn’t clear as to where Ericka was living. My deepest sympathy to all of you. Sending warm thoughts and hugs.
Love,
Rose