HELEN ELIZABETH SCHIELKE

Messages of Condolence

• I was lucky enough to have Helen as a manager at the BIRD charity for 12 years . She was the best boss I have ever had and also felt fortunate to have her friendship too. A lovely , caring, funny lady who is very much missed .

  Alison Buckley – 1st October 2025

• It was an honour and a pleasure to have you as my boss for 6 years. You left us far too soon.
  Rest easy Helen.

  Andy Cheers – 1st October 2025

• My family send our heartfelt condolences to all of Helen’s family. Not only did her work impact so much on our lives, but over the years of meetings and phone calls, I feel privileged to have called her a friend. I hope she knew how much she was loved and respected.

  Tracey Meadham – 1st October 2025

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  I was so very saddened to hear of Helen’s passing. It was a privilege to care for her over the past months, and I will always remember her kindness and strength. My thoughts are with you all at this difficult time. I am grateful to be able to continue supporting Tony, and I feel honoured that you have asked me to be part of the family group at Helen’s funeral
  With deepest sympathy
  Roni xxx

  Ronette Paynter – 1st October 2025

• My precious big sister, the only comfort I can find right now, is that you’re no longer in pain and suffering.
  It’s broken my heart to see all you’ve been through over the past few months, I just wanted to wave a magic wand and take it all away.
  I’m so proud of all you achieved, especially when you were with BIRD. It was more than just a job to you, it was part of you and you put your heart and soul into it. I know how you treasured the friendships you made along the way.
  Please walk beside me and I’ll make sure I look after Tony, Mum and Dad and Nell.
  Love you always xxx

  Lynn Millar – 1st October 2025

• My girls and I are so terribly sad to hear of Helen’s passing. A peaceful, quiet and unassuming neighbour, with Tony to us for almost ten years. Far too young to have left this life. Rest easy Helen xxx
  
  

  Alison Lessels – 1st October 2025

• I feel privileged to have had Helen as a friend for over 30 years. We have been through good and bad times together, laughed and cried but always been just a phone call away. I will miss you more than you will ever know. My sympathies go to all of your family especially Tony. I will keep you in my heart forever. Sleep well with no more suffering. All my love Jayne xxx
  
  

  Jayne Muspratt – 1st October 2025

• Helen was a very close friend for the last 18 years and I will miss her and our conversations so much. My sincere condolences to Tony, Helen’s family and friends. From David and Emma and family.

  David Holding – 2nd October 2025

• Helen was a very close friend for the last 18 years and I will miss her and our conversations so much. My sincere condolences to Tony, Helen’s family and friends. From David and Emma and family.

  David Holding – 3rd October 2025

• It is absolutely heartbreaking Helen is no longer with us.,
  My heartfelt condolences to dear husband
  Antony,dear sister Lynn and Lee.
  No parent should lose beloved daughter,heartfelt condolences to Margaret and Paul.
  Myself and my dear mum have known Helen since married to Antony and before,Antony mum and mine were both Italian friends,they lived close by.
  Helen is part of our family,close friend to me and my dear mother who I lost nearly 3 years ago.
  Helen came to see my dear mum,phoned my mum every evening . My dear mum eager for her phone calls.
  Helen was tremendous support to me when my dear husband was diagnosed with cancer,who I sadly lost to this dreadful diease,supported me throughout all different situations. I am forever grateful and thankful,to help me get through it. I supported Helen understanding and knowing her situation. It was heartbreaking to hear of Helen’s diagnosis,with Antony illness,and her dad. We helped each other.
  Even though I wasn’t close by,I wish I was to give a hand. We had emotional support,forever grateful. Want to thank Helen,for visiting my dear mum who last years of her life was housebound.
  Helen was always be remembered for her empathy,kindness,caring of others.
  We wish more Helen’s like her.
  Never be forgotten. Want to thank dear sister Lynn and Lee for all support and caring given to Helen,Antony, their mum and dad.
  When I was caring myself it takes some doing. Need to be that special person.
  Our lives will never be same. But we need to treasure those wonderful memories of Helen we all hold dear in our hearts.
  Give strength and courage for her family and friends in these coming days,weeks,months and years.
  Helen made it better place,through her devotion at work and home.
  We mustn’t forget Caring , Helen gave to Antony’s mum and dad.
  Rest in peace. Always in our hearts
  Rosanna.
  

  Rosanna Mcstein ❤️ 🙏 – 3rd October 2025

• I worked with Helen at Sainsbury’s. Helen was a dedicated staff member who took pride in everything that she did.My thoughts are with Tony and Helen’s family.I had the pleasure of attending Helen’s and Tony’s wedding such a lovely day. we will miss you Helen . xxx
  

  Elaine – 4th October 2025