Helen Rafuse

Rafuse, Helen (formerly Russ) – went to be with her Lord on Sunday, October 15th, 2017 at Humber River Hospital. Predeceased by her husband’s William Russ and Richard Rafuse whom she shared 35 years each. Loving mother of Elizabeth Ann Band (William) and Mary Jane Russ. Loving Nana of numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. Cherished sister of John Buliga (Bertha), Elizabeth Pollock, Alexander Buliga (Connie), Nicholas Buliga and sister in law of Margaret Buliga and Bella Betsedea. She will be fondly remembered and forever loved by her numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and church family. Family and friends will be received at Queensway Baptist Church, 950 Islington Avenue, Toronto, on Thursday from 9:30 – 11 a.m. with the funeral service at 11 a.m. Refreshments will be served after service. Interment will follow at Sanctuary Park Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Gideons International in Canada would be appreciated.