Helen Mindek Sinko

Helen Mindek Sinko, age 95, of Danville, Virginia (formerly of Masontown, Pennsylvania), passed away on February 17, 2025, at Stratford Health Center.

Mrs. Sinko was born on October 11, 1929, in New Salem, Pennsylvania to the late Anna Barron Mindek and John Mindek.

Helen was a longtime employee at Dolfi’s restaurant in Masontown, Pennsylvania, and was fondly remembered by many of her patrons and staff to this day. Her job was a beautiful memory of hers.

Mrs. Sinko is survived by her daughter, Andrea (Mike) Joyce; grandchildren, Nathan (Linlee) Butterworth, Tamara (Dave) Johnson, Jake (Jen) Migyanko, Sandra (Chad) Deems, Andrew (Alison) Migyanko; great-grandchildren, Avery & Emma Butterworth, Noah & Tyler Johnson, Ian Migyanko, Landry & Lowry Migyanko; along with several other special nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Andrew Sinko; daughter, Janet (Alex) Migyanko and her sisters, Mary (Steve) Migyanko and Kathrina (Paul) Underwood. She was the last of her generation.

The family would like to thank the wonderful and caring staff of Brookdale Assisted Living and Stratford Health & Rehab Center.

A family service will be held at a later date.

Norris Funeral Services, Inc. and Crematory, West End Chapel is serving the Sinko family. Online condolences are encouraged and may be made at www.norrisfuneral.com