HELEN M NEELY

Helen M. Neely, age 83, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Sunday, January 17, 2016. She was born on July 4, 1932 to Michael and Barbara (nee Zemlich) Tratnik. She raised her family in Chardon, Ohio, finally settling in Medina. Her life revolved around her loving family. She embraced her Slovenian heritage through her love of cooking and baking for her family and friends.

Helen will be dearly missed by her children, Mark (Bonnie), Chris (Greg), Scott (Rhonda), and Jennifer (Andy) Watson; grandchildren, Jessica (Joseph), Sara, Rebecca, Ragen and Brady.
She was preceded in death by her parents, daughter Donna, and her siblings, Michael, Frank, Ann, Kay, Theresa, Mary, Barbara and Rose.

Helen’s wishes of cremation have been honored. Private family graveside service will be held at All Souls Cemetery in Chardon, Ohio. Carlson Funeral Homes & Cremation Services, 3477 Medina Road (corner of River Styx & Rt. 18), Medina, Ohio 44256 were entrusted with arrangements. Donations can be made in Helen’s name to Medina County SPCA,
245 S Medina St., Medina, OH 44256 or Hospice of the Western Reserve Development Office,
17876 St. Clair Ave., Cleveland, Ohio 44110.