Helen Louise Bacza

Helen L. Bacza

Age 76, of Joliet passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, June 10, 2025. Helen was born in Joliet, IL to the late Richard “Earl” and Marie (nee Zerbes) Wilda.

Beloved wife of Ronald W. Bacza,; loving mother of Ronald (Christine Keene) Bacza, Robert (Jessica Baker) Bacza, and Jason (Christine Wilczek) Bacza; cherished grandmother of Chloe, Sadie, Andrew, and Bianca; dear sister of the late Charles Wilda, Joseph (Paulette) Wilda, the late Kay (late Lloyd) Martin, the late Barbara (late Forrest) Liles, the late John (Nancy) Wilda, Loretta (James) Decman, the late Irene Bakalar, Robert (Maureen) Wilda, and the late Marcella (William) Arnold; loving sister-in-law of James and Linda Bacza; loved aunt, cousin, and friend of many.

Helen was a retired Rural Carrier with the United States Postal Service. She loved spending time in Minocqua, WI with family and friends. Helen especially enjoyed getting together with her children and grandchildren. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her.

In lieu of flowers donations in Helen’s name to St. John Food Pantry, Joliet, IL would be appreciated https://www.wesharegiving.org/app/giving/WeShare-1878?tab=home.  Per Helen’s wishes, cremation will take place, and a private family service will be held.