Obituary of Helen Elia

Helen Elia, 71, of Morristown, passed away on January 5, 2020 at Morristown Medical Center peacefully with her children by her side. Born and raised in Boonton, she has resided in Morris Township for the past 40 years. Helen graduated from Boonton High School and went on to graduate college at Emporia State University, receiving her Education Degree. She worked as an Administrative Assistant for AT&T in Basking Ridge for over 30+ years until she retired. Upon her retirement, she lovingly took care of her family as a devoted mother and grandmother. Helen is survived by her caring children, Staci Bustos and her husband Romeo, Michael Stalbaum, Lindsey Rubinetti and her husband Vincent; as well as her cherished grandchildren, Selena, Alexander, Vincent, Nicholas, a grand-baby-on-the-way; and several nieces and nephews. Helen was predeceased by her beloved siblings, Ralph Manfredonia & Patricia Westwood. Family and friends are welcome to gather on Wednesday, January 8, 2020 from 5-8pm at Dangler Funeral Home, 600 Speedwell Avenue, Morris Plains. A Funeral Mass for Helen will be held on Thursday, January 9, 2020 at St. Virgil’s Church, 250 Speedwell Avenue, Morris Plains. Entombment will follow at Holy Rood Mausoleum, Morris Township. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations in memory of Helen may be made to: St. Hubert’s Animal Welfare Center (www.sthuberts.org).