Helen (Hakun) Dinnocenti

Helen (Hakun) Dinnocenti, 90, of Pottstown, PA, passed away peacefully on April 15, 2024. She was the wife of the late Eugene C. Dinnocenti, with whom she shared 62 years of marriage until his passing on August 14, 2014.

Born in Pottstown, PA, on January 4, 1934, Helen was the daughter of the late George and Anna (Sim) Hakun.

Helen, one of seven children from a large family, remained close to her siblings throughout their lives. She was a loving wife, mother, sister, and friend, always devoted to all of those in her life. Alongside her husband, Gene, who shared her passion for golf, Helen was an avid player, participating in women’s golf teams. Together, they explored the world, fueling their love for travel and adventure. She was an incredibly gifted artist and sculptor, showcasing her work in various venues and even donating some to charitable causes. Her charitable giving extended far beyond her artwork however; Helen was always involved in trying to provide for those less fortunate. She was a devout Catholic and served the Lord in many ways, not least through the gift of her beautiful voice, singing in the choir of Saint John the Baptist Byzantine Catholic Church in Pottstown for many years. She carried within her an innate sense of style, grace, and refinement that will always be remembered by those who knew her. Loved and admired by her family and friends, Helen will be missed by many.

Helen is lovingly remembered by her daughter, Donna Dinnocenti McLaughlin; her grandchildren, Iris Helena McLaughlin and Samuel Eugene (& Stephanie) McLaughlin; and her great-grandson, Dimitri Ezra McLaughlin.

In addition to her husband and parents, Helen was predeceased by her sons, David Eugene Dinnocenti and Gregory Allen Dinnocenti; her brothers, George Hakun, Peter Hakun, John Hakun, Michael Hakun, and Joseph Hakun; and her sister, Anna Breslawski.

A viewing will take place on April 22, 2024, from 9:30 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. in the Gathering Center of Saint Aloysius Church, 223 Beech St., Pottstown, PA 19464. A Funeral Mass will follow at 11:00 a.m. Entombment will take place after the service at Limerick Garden of Memories Mausoleum, 44 E. Arcadia Dr., Limerick, PA 19468.

Houck & Gofus Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc., 955 N. Charlotte St., Pottstown, PA 19464, will be handling the arrangements. Online condolences may be made to the family at www. houckgofusfuneralhome.com.