Dottie Jean Helka

November 06 , 1940 - February 17 , 2022

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Monday, February 21, 20222:00 ~ 8:00 PMMichigan Memorial Funeral Home

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Tuesday, February 22, 202210:00 AMMichigan Memorial Funeral Home Chapel

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Obituary

HELKA, Dottie J., age 81, of South Rockwood, February 17, 2022. Beloved wife of the late David Helka. Loving mother of Mark Tyra, Lorrie (Jimmy) Tyra-Zalewski and Bobby (Tina) Tyra. Dearest grandmother of Nicole, Heather, Anna, Brittney, Krista and Scott and great-grandmother of Jacob, Jayelynn, Luke, Quinton and David. She is also survived by her brother David Slowikowski. She is preceded in death by her parents Michael and Bertha Slowikowski and her sister Shirley Hughes. Dottie loved spending timer with her family, she loved playing the slots at the casino and she loved to travel. She also enjoyed gardening, bird watching and anything to do with birds.

Condolences

So sorry to hear about Dottie..She is so very Special. We go back a very long time. I can remember playing cards with her and her Mom so many years ago in River Rouge. So many memories. We later became sisters- in- law.. We shared many good times together. Had many laughs together, also some sad times..Life and times sometimes changes things, but not for us..after all these years we have always remained close. I cherish everything we shared. She will always remain one of my favorite Sister-in-laws. I love you Mark, Lorrie, Bobby and all of your families. God Bless all of you. Love, Aunt Brenda Brenda Tyra
So sorry for your loss ( I am Diane Arnett’s friend) Betty Constant
Jim and I send our deepest sympathies to your family. Your mother was very special and deeply appreciated. Your memories will give you love, comfort and peace. You are a very caring and loving daughter Lorrie and your Mother will continue to watch over you. From Jim and Carol Knopp. Carol Ann Knopp