Obituaries

Helen M. (Sines) Stetler 78, passed away after a short illness, at Venice Regional Medical Center in Venice FL on Wednesday January 25, 2012. Helen was born in Quincy MA and raised in Houghs Neck. She was an avid artist, having painted portraits of all her grandchildren and various light houses. She also enjoyed birdwatching and spending time with her family. Earlier hobbies included rug braiding and collecting antiques.

Helen is survived by her loving husband of over 55 years, Howard, daughters Theresa Pizzi of Venice, FL and Darlene Stetler of Port Charlotte, FL, and son Donald Stetler of E. Bridgewater, MA. Helen was the sister of Warren Sines and Beverly Kidney, both of Quincy. She was also the sister of the late Frank Sines, Edwin Sines and Richard Sines. She is survived by six grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Helen was the daughter of the late Jennie (Pratt) Sines and Frank Sines.

Visting hours will be on Tuesday January 31 from 4:00 to 8:00PM at the Dennis Sweeney Funeral Home 74 Elm St. Quincy Center. Family and friends are invited. On Wednesday there will be a Funeral Service at the Funeral home at 10:00AM. Burial is at St. Francis Xavier Cemetery, Weymouth.