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Helen P. Attisano, 94, of New Castle passed away the afternoon of April 23, 2021. Born on June 7, 1926 in New Castle, she was the daughter of the late Michael and Catherine Conti Barletto. On June 19, 1947 Helen married her beloved husband, Dandy R. Attisano. He preceded her in death on June 21, 2015.
Helen was very proud to have worked until she retired at age 93 from the New Castle Area School District after many years of service. She loved working with the children, in the early years as a Head Cook and later as a Cafeteria Monitor. She was an active member of Holy Spirit Parish, St. Vitus Site.
Helen loved going to the gym with all of her friends. She enjoyed dancing and was known for her wonderful cooking. A loving mother and grandmother Helen’s greatest joy was the time she spent with her family, especially her grandchildren.
Helen is survived by her two daughters, Diana Snyder, (John) of West Chester, PA, and Judi Bartoshek (John) of New Castle, her brother, Steve Barletto (Joann), two sisters, Dolores Audino and Gloria Fazio, all of New Castle and two grandchildren, Kenzie Aryn Snyder and Barrett Snyder.
In addition to her parents and husband, Helen was preceded in death by one sister, Mary Rand, and six brothers, Angelo, Albert, Charles, Cosmo, Anthony and Michael (Beansie) Barletto.
A Mass of Christian Burial, officiated by Fr. Brendan Dawson, was held at Holy Spirit Parish, St. Vitus Church. Burial was in Parkside Cemetery. Arrangements were entrusted to Ed & Don DeCarbo Funeral Home & Crematory, 941 South Mill St.
Lord God, you are attentive to the voice of our pleading. Helen eternal rest, O Lord, and may your light shine on her forever. Let us find in your Son comfort in our sadness, certainty in our doubt, and courage to live through this hour. Make our faith strong through Christ our Lord. Amen.