Helen Tabacchi, 96, of Adena died on November 23, 2023, at home. She was born September 17, 1927, to Peter and Ann (Kasarda) Miric. She was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Ferruccio Tabacchi; an infant sister Mary; brothers Peter and George Miric; and sister Stella Vostatek.

She is survived by her children, Mary Ann (Frank) Zeroski and Joseph Tabacchi; grandchildren Angie (Mike) Rose and Frank (Kaydee) Zeroski; and great-grandchildren Abby and Lexie Rose, and Madison, Brody and Teagan Zeroski. Also surviving are her siblings Miletsa Stergios, Betty Bailey, Nick (Hilda) Miric, and Ann Vandervort; and numerous nieces and nephews.

She graduated from Adena High School and was the first of the five Miric sisters to graduate from the Ruth Brandt School of Nursing in Martins Ferry. She took great pride in her work as a nurse; and she found joy in her grandchildren, watching them grow up and offering a loving presence in their lives.

Visitation is Sunday, November 26, from 4-8 p.m. at Borkoski Funeral Home, 60 South Bridge Street, Adena. Services will be at the funeral home on Monday, November 27, at 11 a.m. with Rev. Barry Hall officiating. Burial will follow at Olive Branch Cemetery, Harrisville.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in her honor to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, National Wildlife Federation, or a charity of the donor’s choice.

Offer online condolences at www.borkoskifuneral.com.