Helen K. Baratta

Hopkinton –

Helen K. Baratta, 76, of Hopkinton, passed away peacefully November 22, 2015. Born in Astoria, NY, she was the wife of 54 years to Pasquale Baratta and the daughter of the late Helen M. (Valdes) and George P. Duchacek.

Helen worked at a large publishing company in New York City before retiring. Helen loved to read, watch movies and travel to Aruba, which was her favorite place to visit. She also spent time volunteering at the senior center. She especially loved spending time with her granddaughters, granddogs, and grandcats.

Besides her husband, she is survived by her son, Michael Baratta and his wife Melissa, and two granddaughters, Katie and Cassidy, all of Hopkinton.

Visitation will be held on Friday, November 27th from 4-7 P.M. at the Chesmore Funeral Home of Hopkinton, 57 Hayden Rowe St. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, November 28th at 11:00 A.M. in the Faith Community Church of Hopkinton, 146 E. Main St. A graveside service will take place at 11:00 A.M. on Monday, November 30th in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Flushing, NY.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Cure Alzheimer’s Fund or the Friends of Hopkinton Seniors, 28 Mayhew St. Hopkinton 01748.