Helen M. Olshefski, 84, of Bradford, Pennsylvania, peacefully left this world on December 22, 2024, embraced in love and surrounded by her family. Born on October 9, 1940, in Bradford, Helen was a loving and devoted daughter, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend. She will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her.

Helen’s kindness knew no bounds, she was a living example of empathy, wisdom, and unconditional love. Through her, many experienced a depth of love that few will ever know. In times of uncertainty, she had an extraordinary gift for simplifying life’s complexities. Her advice always brought comfort, and the way she spoke made the path to resolution feel clear and filled with hope. Helen’s legacy is one of love, compassion, and selflessness. Her warmth and gentle nature touched the hearts of all who knew her, and her memory will continue to inspire all who were fortunate enough to experience her kindness.

She is survived by her two daughters, Shannon O’Toole and Dana Green; three grandchildren, Casey (Dr. Bethany) O’Toole, Maigen (LTC Adam) Phearsdorf, and Rachael Huff; and her five great-grandchildren, Brayden Phearsdorf, Anna O’Toole, Emily O’Toole, Abel Phearsdorf, and Adalie Phearsdorf, all of whom brought her immense pride and joy. She was preceded in death by her husband, LTC Gerald Olshefski, father Kenneth Larson, and mother Mary Larson.

In keeping with her wishes, a private celebration of life service will be held in her honor at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly asks that you honor Helen’s memory by offering a kind word or act of generosity to someone in need—just as Helen did throughout her life.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care of the Mascho Funeral Home, Inc.  

Online Condolences can be expressed at www.maschofuneral.com.