Nancy C. Helinski

July 13, 1945 - May 11, 2020

Nancy C. Helinski, 74, of Bradford, passed away on May 11, 2020 after a long illness, at Masconomet Nursing Home in Topsfield. She grew up in Salem, MA. Daughter of the late Theodore P. Hellnski and Evelyn (Bourgoin) Helinski. Nancy is survived by sister, Janet Brown, and her husband, Chester, of Beverly; and her brother, Richard Helinski and his wife Brenda, of Big Pine Key, FL She was pre-deceased by brother, Robert Helinski. She was loved by many nieces and nephews, and was especially close with her niece Lynn Torrey of Peabody. Nancy attended Salem schools, graduated salutatorian at Salem High School. She also attended Bentley School of Accounting, and Longee School of Music. In her early years, she was employed by the Salem Evening News, and Kenics Corp. in Andover. Later in life, Nancy was a self-employed piano teacher, and enjoyed her many students. She also entertained residents at many nursing homes with piano music, prior to her retirement. She was a member of the Third Order of Mary (Marists) and was a devoted member of St. Michael's Catholic Church in North Andover. She was an avid music lover, an accomplished pianist, had an extensive post card collection, enjoyed many friends and neighbors. She traveled widely with her church group, to many countries, visiting many religious shrines. She will be truly missed by her family and friends. Services will be held privately. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the John Breen Memorial Funeral Home, Inc. 35 Merrimack Street, North Andover, MA, 01845. For more information or to send an online condolence please visit our at: www.breenfuneralhome.com.