Helen Diane Xenos passed away peacefully on April 30, 2026, leaving behind a life centered on family, care, and quiet strength.
She was born on May 15, 1951, in Lewiston, Maine. Her early years took her from Shamokin, Pennsylvania, to Overbrook Park, where she was raised by her grandmother and aunt. From those years came an independence that stayed with her throughout her life.
As a young woman, Helen spent time in Florida, where she embraced a sense of freedom and formed a lasting connection to the water. It remained a source of peace for her throughout her life.
Helen eventually returned to Pennsylvania, where she devoted herself to raising her son, Sean Kyle Xenos. Through hard work and steady love, she built a home where her family felt supported and cared for. She also spent much of her career in banking, working as a branch manager and later as a senior loan officer, where she was known for her dedication and strong work ethic.
Family was at the center of Helen’s life. She took great pride in being “Yiayia” to her beloved grandson, Maxwell Xenos, and shared a close bond with her daughter-in-law, Samantha Xenos.
Helen had a way of making people feel welcome. Her home became a place of comfort, laughter, and belonging for those closest to her. Some of her most treasured time was spent near the water at White Crystal Beach, where she found peace and shared meaningful moments with family.
In her later years, Helen cared for her parents, Stephanie and William Lyell, offering them steady support and compassion.
She will be remembered for her generous spirit, her independence, and the care she gave so fully to the people she loved.
Friends and family are welcome to attend her viewing from 11 to 11:45 a.m. on Thursday, May 7, 2026, at Vraim Funeral Home, Inc., 66 S. State Road, Upper Darby, PA 19082. Her funeral service will begin at 11:45 a.m. at the funeral home. Interment will follow at St. Peter and St. Paul Cemetery, 1600 Sproul Road, Springfield, PA 19064.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that Helen be honored by spending time with loved ones and remembering her in a way that feels true to her life.