Helen Ulanowski, 82, of St. John, Indiana, and formerly of Lansing, Illinois, passed away after an acute illness on the morning of September 27 th , 2024. Helen was the dearest mother to her children, Laura (Ulanowski) Minyard, Joseph Ulanowski, and Jill Ulanowski. Helen was the proudest and devoted grandmother to Morgan Ulanowski and Katelyn Ulanowski. Her two brothers, Edward Calinski and Richard Calinski with sister-in-law Janice (Swida) Calinski, were her "best friends". Helen was the beloved daughter of the late Frank and Helen Calinski, and late sister, Adrienne (Calinski) Figiel. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Ulanowski. Helen is survived by her many nieces and nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews.

A memorial Mass of Christian Burial for Helen will be held on Saturday, October 26, 2024, at 10:00 AM, DIRECTLY at All Souls Parish (St. Ann Catholic Church), 3010 Ridge Rd., Lansing, Illinois with Father Mark Kalema officiating. A celebration of life luncheon will follow in Munster, Indiana.

Helen grew up in the shadows of the U.S Steel Mills in South Chicago. She was first educated at St. Mary Magdalene Elementary School, followed by St. Peter & Paul High School. During this time, she found herself excelling in mathematics, soon finding work at Household Finance Company with such skills. She married on May 6, 1961. The family she always wanted soon followed with first-born Laura, followed by her only son Joseph, then completed with youngest, Jill.

After she raised her family, Helen returned to school and proudly received a nursing degree from South Suburban College. She worked as a registered nurse at St. Margaret Hospital, Hammond Clinic, and Alden Estates Rehabilitation. She had a passion for helping patients and making their lives comfortable while in her care.

She enjoyed spending time with her family, her independence, her decorated home, and baking which she most enjoyed sharing with family and friends. She lived with gratitude, kindness, sweetness, and love. Those who were able to enjoy her wonderful presence in their lives will miss her dearly. Schroeder-Lauer Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements and care of Mrs. Ulanowski. Www.schroederlauer.com