Bruening, Helen

Helen Jane Bruening passed away peacefully surrounded by her devoted family on March 10. Jane was born on April 3rd,1932 to Harry and Mary (McCabe) Jones in Brooklyn, New York. She was a graduate from Shaw High School in Cleveland, Ohio. She resided in Park Forest, Illinois, Cheshire, Connecticut, and Upper St. Clair, Pennsylvania. Jane was a 50-year resident of Madison Connecticut, and Saint Margaret's Roman Catholic Church where she previously served as a member of the Women's Guild and taught catechism. She worked as a nursery school teacher and was an avid participant in her book club. Jane was a loving wife and mother and enjoyed gardening, walks on

the beach, cooking, picnics at the Surf Club and attending shows at Long Wharf and on Broadway. Jane

was an active member of the Newcomers club and one of the founders of the Encore group. She also loved taking care of her two dogs, Blossom and Toby. Jane was predeceased by her beloved husband of 65

years Donald and her sisters Rosemary Cunningham and Betty Tozzi. She is survived by her children Laura (Michael) Reilly, Susan (Don Congdon), Michael (Karen) and Gerald (Kandee) . Additionally, she is survived by her loving grandchildren Jay Matush, Kevin Reilly, Matthew Bruening and Laura Rose Bruening. The family would like to thank Branford Hills Healthcare Center

and Dr. Searle Epstein for their kindness. A Memorial Mass will be held directly in Saint Margaret's Church, 24 Academy St., Madison, CT on Friday, April 22 at 11:00 AM. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Madison A Better Chance, P.O. Box 371, Madison, Connecticut 06443.

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