in the diocese
October 7, 2014
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Longtime San Jose resident
Helen Del Biaggio passes away
Appointments of Bishop Patrick J. McGrath
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On September 19, Helen Del Biaggio, 70, with her loving
family at her side, lost her battle with ovarian cancer. Born in
Highland Park, MI to Nick and Mary Nicholson they moved to
Burlingame when she was 4.
Helen was an extraordinary woman with an amazing positive attitude who always made others feel her warmth and care. As a dear friend
told us, when you met Helen the first time you felt as though you’ve known her
for a long time. She had a rare talent for making others feel very special.
In 1965, Helen met her future husband Bill while vacationing in Hawaii. Bill and
Helen were married on April 16, 1966 and she has been in San Jose since. Helen
is survived by Bill, her sons Boots and Nick, Daughters-in-law Deanna, Kristen
and her husband Mike. Also, she is survived by her five grandchildren, the “lights
of her life”, William IV, Chase, Nick, Andrew and Alexandra, and many loving
nieces, nephews and cousins. She loved to attend all activities the grandchildren
participated in no matter the distance. Her sister Elizabeth Peter has been her soul
mate and has been at Helen’s side every step of the way in her battle with cancer.
Elizabeth is the ultimate example of a loving and caring sister. She is also survived
by Sister-in-law Karen McGee, Brother-in-law Jim Del Biaggio and his wife Debra,
and Brother-in-law Don Peter.
Helen was an active mother while her sons attended Bret Harte Middle School,
Castillero Middle School and Bellarmine College Preparatory. She served as President of the Bellarmine Mothers Guild in 1984-1985 and Bellarmine Fashion Show
Co-Chairman in 1988-1989.
“Helen was the quintessential Mother - kind, caring and compassionate,” said
Diocese of San Jose Bishop Patrick J. McGrath. “She was always gracious and
welcoming. Helen had a wonderful smile. I will always consider her a friend.”
Helen is well known in the local non-profit community as she and her husband
have been involved with many charities. Helen really enjoyed working in the community and loved to work with the schools her sons and grandchildren attended.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Helen’s name to Holy Spirit School
or Bellarmine College Preparatory.
CORRECTION
In the Aug. 19th edition, page 18, in a story on Santa Clara Serra Club hosts
luncheon for retired Religious, there was an incorrect reference regarding Brother
Tom Bracco, S.J., he is not retired as stated in the photo caption.
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