Worcester—Helmi E. (Yleva) Wiinikka, 92, died on Sunday, December 31, 2006, at the Lutheran Home. Her husband of 60 years, Wilio A. Wiinikka, died in 1998. She leaves two sons, Allan R. Wiinikka of Worcester and Kenneth P. Wiinikka of Hubbardston; a sister, Tyyne Linna of Worcester; 6 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. Two sisters, Lauha Wiinikka and Alma Swan preceded her in death. Helmi was born in Worcester, daughter of Isak and Hilda (Asunmaa) Yleva and was a graduate of Commerce High. She was a member of Zion Lutheran Church and the Esther Circle. Helmi was a domestic housekeeper for many Worcester families.
A Memorial Service will be held at Zion Lutheran Church Friday, Jan. 5, at 11:00 a.m. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Zion Lutheran Church Memorial Fund, 41 Whitmarsh Ave., Worcester MA 01606. NORDGREN MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 300 Lincoln Street is directing arrangements. For directions and on-line obituary, please visit:
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