Helen LaScalea

Helen LaScalea, age 91, formerly of Coaldale, PA died Wednesday, September 27, 2006, at Maple Shade Meadows in Nesquehoning, Pa with her loving sister Sophia, her neice Traci, and her grandniece Kelly by her side.
She was the wife of the late Joseph Calaresu and the late Dr. Ceasear LaScalea.
Born in Barren Island, NY, she was the Daughter of the late Walter & Celia (Matucavage) Sachon.
Helen was a graduate of the Fashion Institute of Techology NYC. She worked as a fashion designer for Lehigh Frocks in NYC for over 30 years,after retiring Helen opened a Health Food Store in Lakewood, NJ.
She was a member of St. Mary's Russian Orthodox Church in Coaldale, PA where she was also a member of the choir.
Survivors:
Sister: Sophia Povalac wife of the late Michael "Mez" Povalac of Coaldale, Pa.
11 Nieces and Nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents,husbands, Sisters: Mildred Demienenco and Olga Pantella and Brothers: Peter Sachon and Nicholas Sachon.
Private Funeral Services at the convenience of the family.
Contributions in her name may be made to the Coaldale Rescue Squad.
Guestbook may be signed at: www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com
Arrangements are being handled by Holmes - Griffiths Funeral Home Inc., 200 E. Bertsch Str, Lansford, Pa.
Melissa Sommers /F.D./Supervisor