Helen A. Santucci of Newtown passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, July 10, 2012, surrounded by her loving family. Helen was 80 years old.

Born in Philadelphia, Helen was the daughter of the late Anna May (Hand) Smith and the late Leonard Smith.

Helen was a resident of Newtown for 32 years, and formerly of Feasterville. She graduated from Kensington High School in 1949. She assisted her late husband, Anthony, with the start of his business, Santucci Associates.

Helen was a loving Wife, Mother, and Grandmother. She adored her grandchildren and spending time with her family. Helen had many interests and hobbies. Helen was a very artistic and creative woman who enjoyed painting and drawing. She was an excellent dancer and enjoyed going out with her husband, Tony. She was an animal lover, had an eye for fashion, and enjoyed taking long walks on the beach. Helen was an avid tennis player, and a member of the Trenton Country Club. She was a fun-loving, kind, and gentle person who always had a smile to give.

She was the beloved wife of the late Anthony E. Santucci for 58 years. Helen is survived by her dearest children and their spouses: Stephen A. and Kim Santucci, Carol and James Vernon, and her four cherished grandchildren, Colin, Shanel, Brittany and Brooke.

Relatives and friends are invited to call Monday, July 16, 2012 from 9:00am until her Funeral Mass 10:00am at St. George Church, 1370 River Road, Titusville, NJ 08560.

Private Family Entombment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, Feasterville.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, Delaware Valley Chapter, 399 Market St.-Suite 102, Philadelphia, PA 19106 or Tails n’ Trails, LLC, 77 Snydertown Road, Hopewell, NJ 08525.