Helen Zabransky, of Hallettsville died, December 23rd, 2023. She was 72. She was born Helen Agnes Zabransky May 4th, 1951 to Frank Joseph and Andela Agnes (Wagner) Zabransky in Shiner.

She is preceded in death by her parents.

She is survived by two sisters, Patricia Zabransky of Hallettsville and Annie Vahalik and husband Philip of Victoria, 6 nieces and nephews, Nicholas and Sarah Vahalik of Belton, Elizabeth and Jordan Hargrove of Leander, and Jonathan and Jordyn Vahalik of Victoria, and lots of great-nieces and nephews who all affectionally knew her as "Auntie Helen."

She resided in Breslau her whole life, attended Breslau school, and graduated in 1969 from Hallettsville High School. Being a farmer's daughter, along with her two sisters, she was no stranger to the hard work and long hours on the farm. Whether it was picking cotton or corn or hauling hay.

After high school, she started working at Meyer Manufacturing and eventually working at Lavaca County Senior Citizen's Center until she retired in 2016. While at the Senior Citizen's Center, she gave herself whole-heartedly to the community while driving vans, cooking and delivering meals, and coordinating events.

Her life was adorned throughout by her desire to help others whether it be through her time or her many talents. During her life, Helen was an avid seamstress, making numerous clothes and quilts. She loved to bake and cook for countless family occasions and celebrations, and was well known for her kolaches as well as for her experiments where she tried new things. She enjoyed church picnics where she would serve fried chicken and especially loved playing bingo.

Helen was a member of many fraternal organizations: SPJST, Catholic Daughters Court 797, American Legion Ladies Auxiliary, and Sacred Heart Altar Society. She was a lifelong member of SPJST Lodge 4 Hallettsville, serving for many years as the secretary, treasurer, and youth leader. Helen also served many years as SPJST District 6 Fraternal Activities Coordinator and as vice president. She served as officer of both the Catholic Daughter's and the Ladies Auxiliary. She fulfilled a commitment to adoration at Sacred Heart Catholic Church.

When she had some time to herself, she loved to read, complete word searches and puzzles, and watch soap operas and game shows. Known for her thoughtful giving, she loved finding good deals. In her later years, she enjoyed keeping up with friends and extended family via Facebook.

She left a huge impression on those who knew her. Having no children of her own, her children were her nieces and nephews as they were growing up. She instilled in others a desire to serve and her excellent memory and sharp wit made her a wonderful communicator and story teller. She will live on in the hearts of her family and the wonderful memories she helped make.

Visitation will be Wednesday, December 27th, at 9 AM at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Hallettsville and will be immediately followed by funeral mass at 10 AM. Interment at Sacred Heart Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the SPJST Scholarship fund or Sacred Heart Catholic Church