Helen Ulich Obituary in Rockland at Magoun-Biggins

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Helen Ulich

Passed 11/01/2021

Obituary For Helen Ulich

Helen O’Reilly Ulich passed away on November 1st surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Warrington, Cheshire, England on April 29th, 1942. After earning a master’s degree in education, Helen taught in England for two years before making what she would always say was the best decision of her life, accepting a new job at the Frankfurt International School in Oberursel, Germany. It is there that she met Waldemar (Wally) Ulich, who became her husband 16 months later on New Year’s Eve 1966. Following a two-year stint at the Munich International School, Helen, Wally and their two daughters immigrated to the US. They made their home in Rockland, where Helen had three additional children, a son and two more daughters. While Wally taught at Brookline High School, Helen stayed at home to raise their five children. During this time, she began teaching CCD at Holy Family Parish in Rockland. She later became the Director of Religious Education for the parish, a position she proudly held for over thirty years. Helen always loved to travel, which ranged from camping for a weekend to trips around the world. Her trips home to visit family in England were always a highlight. Helen loved to spend time with her children and grandchildren, and enjoyed being an active participant in parish activities, especially as a performer in numerous variety shows. In addition to Wally, her husband of 55 years, Helen leaves behind her 5 children, Beth and her husband Mike Winkler of Canton, Cathy Ulich of Stoughton, Mike and his wife Carrie Ulich of Brockton, Kirsten Ulich of Rockland, and Jenny and her husband Tony McSharry of Rockland, and 8 grandchildren: Tayla and her wife Thanithia, Sarah, Stephen, Jonathan, Sammie, Megan, Ella, and Sydney. Helen is also survived by her sister Margaret of London, England, and was preceded in death by parents Thomas and Ellen O’Reilly, and brothers Thomas and Michael. Visiting hours at the Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home in Rockland will be on Sunday, November 7th from 4-7PM and a Funeral Mass with be celebrated at Holy Family Church in Rockland on Monday, November 8th at 9AM. Interment will follow at Holy Family Cemetery.

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11/11/2021

Maureen C

To Helen's family, I got to know Helen while teaching CCD when my own kids were younger. She always cared for all the kids in CCD so well. It didn't matter if they were the very attentive ones, or the ones who couldn't handle staying in the classroom and were sent out to sit with the monitors. She cared for them all and treated them equally. She was a sweet and caring woman. Maureen Clark
11/08/2021

Jackson/Coulter Family

Had the pleasure of working with Helen 25 years ago at Holy Family CCD... She was a wonderful mentor and a beautiful woman inside and out... always loved to hear her accent... It was my absolute pleasure to know such a wonderful wonderful woman for so long and to know all the good she did for her community she was outstanding... Deepest condolences to Helen's Family and loved ones.
11/07/2021

Bob Coughlin

Dear Wally and family. As I say that, I just thought, "family?". I 'd say "family" is the perfect word for hundreds, no the thousands of people that not only knew Helen, but learned from her. Her students from her teaching days to the kids in CCD. Not only the students & kids, but in many cases, thier entire families. People learned from Helen. She taught her lessons well. She taught love, compassion, the value of helping others including countless folks in Boston, folks from Pine Street , the people at Mirimar in Duxbury, the parents of her students, she taught us how to treat others, how to care for those that could not care for themselves. People in shelters , nursing homes, and other long care facilities. The staffs there as well a patient's families. I saw first hand how she dealt with so many, and in turn, how they felt towards her. Can you imagine Helen with Mary- Lou beyond those Pearly Gates. Thank you all for sharing Helen with the world. Thank you Helen, thank you.. Peace & L:ove, Bob Coughlin
11/04/2021

Catherine Hicks

We have so many great memories of this beautiful lady. May God comfort you Wally and all of the Ulich family. George and Cathie Hicks and family.
11/04/2021

Dianne Bohld

To the entire Ulich Family...We are saddened by the passing of Helen. She was a funny, beautiful & spirited woman. She was the "other" Mom of the neighborhood when Dan was little...and a lovely neighbor when I moved in 20 years ago. Our thoughts & prayers are with you all. May she rest in the sweetest of peace. Dianne Bohld & Dan Cronin
11/04/2021

Eileen & Papa Cina

To Jenny, Tony, Ella & Sydney Papa and I are so sorry for your loss. We know how close your whole family is and our hearts and prayers go out to all at this very sad time.
11/04/2021

Ryan Burnieika

To the Ulich Family my thoughts and Prayers are with you at This Time may God bless and be with you at this time . Neighbor
11/04/2021

Gemma O’Reilly Morris

I don't know where to start , thinking of my Amazing family in Boston & her family legacy . Thinking of Uncle Wally & my great cousins . We had amazing holidays in the USA & loved when Auntie Helen visited us in the UK . Getting me addicted to Reeses peanut butter cups 💐 . For my 14th birthday as was in Rockland & I had my 1st set of acrylic nails done 💅🏻 treated by Auntie Helen . Very Happy memories. Your in my thoughts & prayers xoxo Gemma O'Reilly Morris
11/04/2021

Ellen Dewey

I was so sorry to hear of Helen's passing. She was a strong and supportive friend to me at one of the worst times in my life. She told me, 'my door is always open' and it was and she listened. To all her family, especially those who I got to know through Holy Family, you will be in my prayers. love and peace, Ellen Dewey
11/04/2021

Chris Burnieika

Dear Ulich Family Helen was a wonderful women and a great Neighbor and CCD Director. She will be missed by all. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this most difficult time.
11/04/2021

Kathleen Botelho Kawa

Dear Wally and Family, There are no words to say how sad I was to learn of Helen's passing. We have had countless laughs over the years and I have always valued her friendship. So many wonderful memories. May God grant you comfort. I know she is in God's loving care. With deepest sympathy, Kathy Botelho Kawa