Helen Sharshan 1935-2023

Helen was born in Campbell, Nov. 9, 1935, a daughter of the late Catherine Garchar and Joseph Sharshan. She attended Saint Elizabeth School in Campbell and Campbell Memorial High School. Ms. Sharshan went on to work for the Penn-Ohio Towel Supply Co. for many years.

A woman committed to her faith, Helen was a member of Saint Charles Borromeo Roman Catholic Church, where she enjoyed teaching CCD with her niece, Kathy. In her free time, Helen frequented casinos and played the daily numbers. She also enjoyed taking her daily walks outside, and relished time spent with her loved ones.

Those left to cherish the memory of Helen are her sister, Frances Viggiano of New Castle; nieces, Kathy (Dale) Ross, Maria (Charles) Sapienza, Melissa (Chris) Enoch, Susan Marie Burke and Pam Weber; nephews, Michael (Lynn) Viggiano, Gregory (Susu) Burke, Richard Burke and Michael (Jill) Burke; as well as numerous great-nieces and great-nephews, all of whom will miss her dearly.

Predeceased loved ones include Helen’s parents; three brothers, Eddie Sharshan, John Sharshan and Nick Sharshan; two sisters, Louise Shary and Mary Ann Burke; and beloved lifelong companion, Dominic DePinto.

A memorial Mass will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 15, 2023, at Saint Charles Borromeo Roman Catholic Parish of Boardman, 7345 Westview Drive, Boardman, OH 44512, with the Rev. Matthew Humerickhouse and Deacon Paul Lisko officiating.

Burial will take place in Calvary Cemetery in Youngstown.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Rose Simplicity Cremation and Funeral Center, 200 S. Erie St. Mercer, PA 16137.

Online condolences may be made to the family by visiting www.RoseSimplicity.com.

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