July 29, 1949 - July 12, 2023
Mary Pat Helbig (73) of Columbus, Ohio passed away on Wednesday, July 12, 2023, at St. Ann's Hospital, succumbing to complications from pneumonia. She was born July 29, 1949, in Joliet, Illinois to Albert W. and Eleanor M. (Lynch) Helbig, both of whom preceded her in death.
Mary Pat graduated from Ursuline High School, Youngstown, Ohio in 1967, and from Mercyhurst College, Erie, Pennsylvania in 1971. Mary Pat began her career as a social worker in Erie; lived for a time in Portland, Oregon; and retired from The Ohio State University where she worked both in the Office of the President and in the Development Office. She was an avid OSU Football and OSU Women's Basketball fan.
Mary Pat was preceded in death by her husband, Dan Underwood. She is survived by brothers Bill (Michele) Helbig, Dan (Michele, deceased) Helbig, and John (Susan) Helbig; and sisters Maggy (Ginny McAlarney) Domiano and Holly (Jim) Canterucci. She will be missed by her nieces and nephews, Chuck (Amy) Domiano, Mickey Domiano, Jaclyn (Ben) Burke, Cole Helbig and Lauren Helbig.
As per Mary Pat's wishes, the immediate family will celebrate her life with a modest social occasion where "of course, alcoholic beverages will be provided on me." She will be interred with her parents at Cavalry Cemetery in Youngstown, Ohio.
For those who desire, donations in Mary Pat's memory should be made to the OSU Women's Basketball Excellence Fund by visiting the OSU Buckeye Sports Specific Giving website. https://ohiostatebuckeyes.com/buckeye-club/sports-specific-giving/womens-basketball/
Condolences
Lillian Zarzar - Jul 18, 2023
Dearest Holly and Jim, my condolences to you on the passing of Mary Pat. Knowing the family as I do, you can celebrate her life and continue the legacy of her warm spirit. While she is missed, she is forever in your hearts celebrating with you each day. Love, Lillian
Chuck Machuga - Jul 17, 2023
I want to offer my sincerest condolences to Mary Pat’s family. I remember the Helbig family very well as we grew up right behind one another, and we all went to UHS also. I have lived in Columbus since 1972 and wish I had known Mary Pat was here. Once again, to all Mary Pat’s siblings and their families, my sincerest condolences. Feel free to reach out if any of you see fit. Chuck Machuga UHS ‘66