REISER--Helen Hollinger, 93, died peacefully on August 19, 2012, with family by her side. Born in New York City on February 9, 1919, she was a proud graduate of Lincoln H.S. in Brooklyn and was among the first women admitted to Baruch College. After graduating with distinction in 1940, her first job was at Balanced Foods, Inc., where she met her beloved husband, the late Samuel H. Reiser. While Sam served overseas in the military, Helen served as his eyes and ears back home, neither ever imaging that the fledgling health foods company would someday be the industry giant it later became. A loyal friend with a quick wit and a ready laugh, Helen was a lifelong New York City enthusiast, an ardent supporter of education and Jewish causes, and a heartfelt patron of the arts. Devoted mother of Rhona (and husband Grover Burgan), Amy, Melanie, and Paul (and wife Paula), she will also be sorely missed by her adored grandchildren Cora, Una, Ruby, Ezra and Leon. Burial will be private. In her memory, donations made to the Baruch College Fund.
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My deepest most heatfelt sympathies to you dear Melanie, and also to your entire family, my thoughts, love and prayers are with you.
Sharon Key
September 7, 2012
With deep sorrow did we hear of the passing of dear Helen. We will always remember her kindness and friendship for all the years we knew her. We wish to express our deepest sympathy. She will be missed by all.
Ruth and Fred Bechhofer
August 25, 2012
Melanie, Paul, Amy and Rhona,
Our deepest sympathies to you and your family. You are in our prayers. Your Mom will be truly missed by all.
Jeffrey & MaryAnn Bechhofer
August 22, 2012
Melanie,
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.We love you.The Chinese have a saying that as long as a name is mentioned she will always be with us.Yellow Blue
Betsey and Ronnie Keene
August 21, 2012
Melanie, my heart goes out to you and your family.
Linda
Linda Phillips
August 21, 2012
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