With hearts full of gratitude and sorrow, we announce the passing of our mother, grandmother, and friend Helen Lucille Grebeck, who ran into the arms of her eternal savior, unafraid and with an open heart, on September 14, 2026, at the age of 90.
Born January 16, 1936, in West Deer, PA, she was the daughter of the late Theodore and Lucille (Radosovich) Raynovich.
A woman of great strength and beauty, she dedicated her life to God, her family, and her special needs daughter. Her passion for life was holding large dinners and parties for family and friends; all were always welcome. A fantastic cook and baker, she made beautiful cakes for all occasions. Helen was an amazing seamstress for anyone who needed something done. She loved her flowers, gardening, and was an avid Pittsburgh sports fan; especially her Pens! Helen’s contagious laughter and loving, caring, unselfish spirit brightened the lives of all who knew her.
She is survived by one daughter, Mary Lou Grebeck of Butler, one extraordinary son-in-law, Michael Dietrich of Butler, two loving grandsons; T.J. Schubert and his wife Emilee of Connoquenessing and Joshua Geyer of Butler and two very loyal friends; Nick Russin of Lyndora and Karolyn Orvik of Butler.
In addition to her parents, Helen was preceded in death by her husband, John J. Grebeck, Jr. her twin daughters, Tammy Marie Grebeck and Pam Marie Dietrich, six brothers; Nicholas, George, Theodore, Paul, Walter, and Joseph Raynovich and three sisters, Mary Bryan, Ann O’Neil, and Emily Hersteck.
In keeping with her wishes, there will be no services or visitation.
She will be laid to rest in Lakewood Memorial Gardens.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Thompson-Miller Funeral Home, Inc., 124 E. North St., Butler, PA 16001.