Helen Wolf

March 27, 1923 - January 8, 2025

Helen M. Wolf, age 101, of New Prague, died peacefully with her family at her side on Wednesday, January 8, 2025, at Mala Strana Health and Rehabilitation Center. Helen was born in New Prague on March 27, 1923, to Wencel and Rose A. (Bisek) Lexa. She graduated from New Prague High School and married a young man by the name of Leo Wolf, on June 29, 1948, in New Prague. In addition to raising their five children, Helen became an integral part of New Prague Jewelers, working for over 20 years at Gehlen Jewelry and then another 10 years for Marquardt Jewelry. She would remain as the chief engraver for Marquardt’s well into her 90’s because of her steady hand.

Helen was a prolific seamstress, and her sewing machine was the first thing one would notice when entering her home. She had the first button-holer in New Prague and sewed all her children’s clothing, and then the grandchildren and great-grandchildren when they came along, pajamas being a favorite! Her sewing and crafting skills were legendary and encompassed everything from sewing, knitting, and crocheting. Because of her ability, she became a natural choice to head the sewing booth at the annual St. Wenceslaus Church Festival, creating mountains of potholders and dish towels, all sought after by patrons of the festival. Her faith was a cornerstone of her life and she was an active member of St. Wenceslaus, teaching religion classes and an dedicated member of the Ladies Guild (now the Council of Catholic Women). When her children were young, she also served as their Cub Scout Den Mother.

Her gifts also extended to the bountiful gardens that she and Leo raised, and she utilized all the fruits of those gardens. She canned the vegetables that could be canned; she made dandelion, rhubarb and basswood wines and chokecherry and elderberry jam! Helen was also a gifted artist, famous for her paintings and Snoopy illustrations.

Helen had a wonderfully dry sense of humor and could come up with a quip without a moment’s hesitation. Feisty and direct, she was never afraid to say what was on her mind, and one always knew where they stood with her. She remained engaged and active, enjoying her family and friends, celebrating with joy her 100th birthday and living life to the fullness of her “almost 102 years”.

Helen is survived by her children, Carol (Francis) Brezina of Faribault, John (Nancy) Wolf of New Prague, Mark (Chris) Wolf of New Prague, Joyce (Fayssal) Husseini of Berkley, MA, Paul (Suzanne Vincent) Wolf of Bryson City, NC; 12 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Margie Lexa of New Prague. She is preceded in death by her husband, Leo, on April 5, 2011; brother, Joseph Lexa; sister, Pauline O’Brien.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held Tuesday, January 14, 2025, at 11:00 AM at St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church with Father Eugene Theisen officiating. Visitation will take place at Bruzek Funeral Home that morning from 8:30-10:30. Burial will occur at St. Wenceslaus Cemetery with lunch following at the KC Hall.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to the St. Wenceslaus Cemetery Fund.

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Charles Simon
21 days ago

I’m so sorry for your loss. Your mom was an amazing person, and her memory will live on forever.”

Denise Busch
26 days ago

My deepest sympathy to her family. What a lovely obituary for a lovely, kind woman.

JeNean Erickson
29 days ago

Sincere condolences to Mark and the entire Wolf family. What a wonderful, full life completed.

Bill and Lois Huber
29 days ago

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you! What a wonderful legacy of love she has left her family!!! Our deepest sympathy!

Greg & Mary Soukup
29 days ago

Our thoughts and prayers to the Wolf family. She lived an amazing life.

Margaret G Sullivan
29 days ago

So lucky to have known her. I will miss her. Sending warm thoughts and prayers to all of you.

Scott Schanus
29 days ago

My thoughts and prayers to family and friends of Helen. Helen was wonderful person.

Chuck and Shelly Tupy
29 days ago

Thoughts and prayers are being sent for you and your family! May she rest in peace.

Josie Ceplecha
29 days ago

Our sincere condolences to the Wolf Family. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.

Russ and Katie Seurer
30 days ago

So very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you John and family

Mike and Deanna Riker
30 days ago

Helen will be missed! She was a wonderful neighbor and a dear friend! We were blessed to know her!

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