August 23, 1937- September 10, 2023
Helen Sellers Vacek, 86, of El Campo, Texas, went on to be with her Father in heaven on September 10, 2023.
She was born in Bay City, Texas, on August 23, 1937, to Marjorie Bess Brannon and Alonzo (Lonnie) Sellers.
She is survived by children, Ginger Collins (Ricky), Kenny Vacek (Letty), Penny Acuna (D.Ray), Glenn Vacek (Holly).
Siblings, John Sellers, C.W Sellers (Kay), Nelda Hadaway (T.J), Wilma Jennings (Karl), Connie Dabney, and Milton Sellers (Carol).
Grandchildren, Casey Bridges (Vance), Clayton Collins (Samantha), Calen Collins (Kari), Ken Vacek, Valerie Vacek, Taylor Vacek, Darren Acuna (Christina), Whitley Kelley (Justin) and Levi Vacek.
Great-grandchildren, Brynn and Blaire Bridges, Charlotte Collins, Annalise Collins, Elizabeth (Libby) Acuna, Haven Kelley and Wrenley Kelley.
As well as many nieces and nephews whom she loved. She is preceded in death by her parents, infant daughter, Jenny Lynn Vacek, sisters, Elizabeth Ashworth and Nadine Gilbert.
Helen moved to Blessing, Texas, in 1956 after marrying husband, E.R. Vacek Jr.
After they divorced she remained good friends with him and his wife, Billie Louise throughout their lives.
She lived a wonderful life and was always optimistic no matter the circumstances.
Her passion in life was working.
She started working at the age of 12 and didn’t retire until 80.
She worked for FHA and was a social worker for the state for many years, and she regretted retiring at 80.
She always had a project going on, and never met a stranger.
She loved to visit, be around people, and always had a witty comeback ready to go.
In her younger years she hosted many children’s parties and church functions.
She loved her Bay City and El Campo church family and going to church.
She had many friends in Blessing who she loved dearly and were like family.
At 86, she was still active, visiting people, and driving all around the surrounding counties.
She will be greatly missed, but we know we will see her again someday. John 11:25-26.
A memorial will be announced at a later date.
Donations may be sent to the El Campo Church of Christ, Tunnels to Towers, or the Wounded Warrior foundation.
Memorial condolences to the family may be made at www.shmfh.com.