Helen M. Gross

Helen M. Gross, 89, of Bethlehem died on Sunday, 12/9/07 at Hospice House of the VNA. of St Luke?s. Born in Bethlehem, she was the daughter of the late John & Laura M. Sutphin Gross.

Helen was the long time companion of the late Peter A. Franco, who died in 2001.

She had worked for over 40 years as a bookkeeper for the former Bush & Bull and former Orr?s Department Store in Bethlehem.

Helen was a member of Christ Church United Church of Christ, Bethlehem.

Surviving are two sisters-in-law and numerous nieces & nephews.

Helen was predeceased by two brothers, Harry W. & Vincent J. and a sister Irene D. Miller.

Funeral services will be at Connell Funeral Home, 245 E. Broad St., Bethlehem on Wednesday, 12/12/07 at 10:00AM with the Rev. Mark Ruzicka officiating.

Family and friends may call one hour prior to services at the funeral home.

Burial will follow at Bethlehem Memorial Park.

Please direct memorial contributions in Helen?s name to: Hospice House of the VNA of St. Luke?s, 1510 Valley Center Parkway, Bethlehem, PA 18017