Helen H. Bikoff

Date of Death: February 13, 2008

HELEN H. BIKOFF age 90 passed away Wednesday February 13 2008. She was a life long resident of Gary and Merrillville Indiana. Survived by three sons: Robert W. Bikoff of Crown Point IN David (Betsy) Bikoff of Indianapolis IN and Norman J. (Linda) Bikoff of Camby IN (formerly of Merrillville) six grandchildren: Robert Jr. (Kris) Rebecca Jason Philip (Chris) Bikoff Kimberly (James) Lehr and Kenneth (Lauren) Bikoff numerous great grandchildren brother E. Michael Hanton sister-in-law Diane Bikoff and family of Merrillville IN nephew Eli Marposon of Syracuse NY god child Marialyce (nee Costea) Prior. Preceded in death by husband Wassel parents Zakarie and Marie Hanton nephew Jacques Marposon sister Olivia Marposon daughter-in-law Linda grandson Spencer Bikoff. Helen was a member of the Romanian Orthodox Church Descent of the Holy Ghost Gary/Merrillville. She was Pres VP Sec and Treas of the PUI DE LEI and sang in the choir. She was a charter member of the Steel City Boys Club of America Tolleston branch Pres Sec and Treas a volunteer on numerous community projects worked with the Democratic Party on election boards township assessor and was a member of the Mamaliga Club. Helen graduated from Froebel High School Patricia Stevens Career College Dale Carnegie and the School of Real Estate. She grew up as a boxer and diver who loved dancing and music. She retired from U. S. Steel Gary Works in 1983. Helen was a 50 Year Memberof the Women of the Moose since 1948 becoming Senior Regent in 1960 and earning degrees of Academy of Friendship College of Regents and Star Recorder. She was the instituting officer for numerous chapters and the Official Visitor to Annual State Conferences in Indiana Illinois Michigan and Wisconsin. She was appointed by the International Women of the Moose as a Deputy Grand Regent for the State of Indiana 1966-67 a Grand Council member 1970-72 (the policy making board) and a Mooseheart/Moosehaven Admissions Representative. She was also a charter member of the Indiana Moose Association of the Higher Degree Council. Helen was a loving wife mother grandmother friend and mentor. She will be sadly mourned and deeply missed by all who loved her. Friends may call at Pruzin Brothers Funeral Service 6360 Broadway Merrillville Friday from 2:00 to 8:00 p.m. Moose Ladies Auxiliary Service at 7:00 p.m. Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday February 16 2008 from Descent of the Holy Ghost Orthodox Church of America 6075 Harrison St. Merrillville with Rev. Gregory Owen officiating. At rest Calumet Park Cemetery Merrillville. Please click the following link to view Helens Tribute video.http://videos.lifetributes.com/10696>http://videos.lifetributes.com/10696

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I was a very dear friend of your mother. I met her in 1952 when I was living with Victor and Emiley Ardelean. Your mom was a wonderful person. I remember you three boys at a young age. She will be deeply missed. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Bob David Norman and fanilywe want to send our condolences to all on your loss. It has been a lont time but i remember your mother and know how much she ment to your familys. I know its hard but can say the hurt will pass and the good memories will always remain. Again our best and pryers go out to all of you. Bob and Ken Watson ps: I found out about your mam just tonight so i was unable to attend the service today and am very sorry i did not get the chance to see you and tell u this in person. Bob

Dear Norm and Linda We are so sorry to hear of your moms passing. May the emptiness in your heart be filled with cherished memories of her in happier times. God Bless.

Helen was a cherished friend. We cried laughed and played together. She was a gem of a lady and I treasured our friendship that grew out of a business relationship. She will always be in my fondest memories. One day we were leaving a doctors office and a gentleman got up and opened the door for us. He started singing in a beautiful voice. It was an older song that I was not familiar with but Helen knew it and began to sing the words with him. I in my unimaginative thoughts was thinking that it was a little strange that he was singing to us but Helen had the ability to enjoy the moment. I have learned many valuable life lessons from her. Helen highly treasured her family and even though she could no longer do the cooking and cleaning she looked forward to your visits. You have my deepest sympathies in such a great loss. In pain no more. Sincerely Debbi (Helens friend)

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