Helena J. Rudolf
February 10, 1950 ~ July 26, 2019
Helena J. Rudolf, 69, of Beech Grove, passed away on July 26, 2019 at St. Paul Hermitage surrounded by her family and friends. Helena was born on February 10, 1950 in Beech Grove to the late Bernard L. and Frances (Nobbe) Rudolf.
Helena was a graduate of Our Lady of Grace Academy in Beech Grove. After graduation, Helena worked for Indiana Bell as an administrative assistant for a number of years.
Helena was a faithful member of Holy Name Catholic Church where she was very active in the Over 50’s group, the Altar Society, preparing mercy meals, and several other ministries. Helena had a true passion for music which led her to sing in multiple choirs including Heartistry, Holy Name, and Nativity Catholic Church choirs. She was also a member of the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra Association. Helena really loved scrapbooking, decorating cakes, sewing, arts and crafts, and spending lots of time with her nieces, nephews, friends, and family.
Along with her parents, Helena is preceded in death by her sister, Ruth Ann Rudolf.
Survivors include her siblings, Lawrence B. (Ruth), Rick A. (Cheryl), Roger G., and Gerald K. (Donna) Rudolf and Jane M. (John) Cox; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and many supportive friends.
Visitation will be on Friday, Aug. 2, 2019, 4 to 8 pm at St. Paul Hermitage, with recitation of the rosary at 7:30 p.m. Prayers will begin at 9:15 am, Saturday, Aug. 3, 2019, at the Daniel F. O’Riley Funeral Home, followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 10 am, in Holy Name Catholic Church, Beech Grove. Entombment will follow at Calvary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Church; envelopes will be provided. Visit www.OrileyFuneralHome.com where you may express online condolences to the Rudolf family.
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I met Helena at St. Paul’s. We shared our love of books and occasionally I got her to play bingo with the other residents. I’ll miss her. She was a delight to know. May she rest in peace. Kathy P.
I met Helena in 1976. She was the one who introduced me to Single Catholic Adults where I met my love Tip. She truly loved her family and was a caring friend for many years.
Helena and I drove to Washington DC in 2009? We got lost in the city when the streets were the alphabet ( a joke between us). She loved the Basilica of the Immaculate Conception. She was a loyal dear friend to my whole family.
I first met Helena,when I cam to take care of mrs Rudolf. And then mr Rudolf. Me and Helena came close. We would go out to eat, shopping. We talked about alot. And everything. She is very special to me. She will always be in my heart.
I often did Helena’s hair and she would share with me all the activities she was doing but she especially liked to show me pictures of her nieces and nephews and their kids. She always brightened up when she would share cute stories of them. I will miss Helena and hearing her stories. May she Rest In Peace.❤️
Helena was an excellent example of courage in the face of adversity. Her faith made her strong. Celebrating that you are now whole, free of adversity, and, in the arms of Jesus!
I remember the day Helena joined our group Heartistry. She was so excited. She was a good singer, and loved to put her antlers on her head for our Christmas performances . I will miss her. Brenda Hartz
Helena had a beautiful smile and spirit. She was gifted with a lovely voice and sense of humor. In our singing group, Heartistry, she was always a positive member, who enjoyed learning new music, and attended every rehearsal and performance with joy in her heart and in her singing. We all loved her, and send our heartfelt sympathy to her family and friends. She has gone from us, but now she is free of pain to sing with the angels. We remain blessed to have known her! Joan Ross, Heartistry
I miss helena’s positive outlook on life. One special memory was going to beech grove firework show togethed