Helen (Dicu) Guiler

Elena “Helen” Guiler, 90, of Salem, went to our Lord’s home on June 14, 2024. She was born May 20, 1934, in Sibiel, Romania, Europe. She was the daughter of the late John and Maria Dicu.

Helen was a 1954 graduate of Salem High School. She was a member of First United Methodist Church, where she served as captain of the women’s usher team, was a member of the Home Builder’s Sunday School Class, the Fadley Women’s Group and United Methodist Women. Helen also served on many church operation committees. Her love for her family was her passion in life.

She leaves behind her son, Scott Guiler and daughter-in-law, Diane; grandsons, JP and Scott Jr.; granddaughter-in-law, Sarah; great-granddaughter, Ellie Nicole; and great-grandson, Scott Alan III.

She believed in giving back and helping others. She served on the Columbiana County Citizens Welfare Committee as well as the YWCA Board of Directors. Helen was also a member of the Salem Garden Club. She volunteered for over 40 years for A.I.D. (Aid, Information, Direction) for the Salem Regional Medical Center and the Salem Food Pantry. She worked at Mullins Manufacturing in the accounting department, Firestone Health Center and Sanor Insurance Agency.

Her husband, John P. Guiler, whom she married July 2, 1955, and two sisters preceded her in death.

At her request, there will be no calling hours. A private celebration of her life will be held for immediate family only. Arrangements are being made by Stark Memorial Funeral Home. She will be laid to rest at Hope Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be made to First United Methodist Church, 244 S. Broadway, Salem, Ohio.

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