Helen (Bluestone) Naimark
April 16, 1931 - September 12, 2023

HELEN (BLUESTONE) NAIMARK:  Age 92, passed peacefully in the loving care of her family on Tuesday, September 12, 2023. Beloved mother of her three sons, Allen (Jane) Naimark, Larry (Therese) Naimark, and Arnold (Donna) Naimark. Cherished long-time partner of the late Angelo Joseph Nardi. Loving grandmother of Jessica Pratti and Andrew Naimark, and adoring great-grandmother of Ian, Nathan, and Aaron; extended family Tonya (Sean Leonard) Nardi, Natasha, Isaac and the Nardi family.   

Born in Long Island, NY to the late William and Ann Bluestone on April 16, 1931, stepdaughter of Bernice Bluestone. Helen moved to Pittsburgh in the late 40's. She was known for her colorful, adventurous, and enthusiastic personality by all who knew her. Helen was devoted to her artistic talents and passion for the Pittsburgh art community for over 50 years through the JCC of Greater Pittsburgh, CCAC, and countless creative engagements where she forged many treasured friendships that endured until her passing. An avid gardener and member of the Garden Club of Monroeville, Helen also enjoyed many years square dancing and traveling the globe with her late partner, Joe, friends, and family. She was a consummate provider of fashion and decorating advice and treasured every opportunity to enjoy time with her loved ones, friends, and neighbors, which kept her perpetually young at heart. Helen's sunny disposition will be missed by many, including her beloved feline companion, Phantom. 

Services at Ralph Schugar Chapel, Inc., 5509 Centre Avenue, Shadyside on Thursday, September 14, 2023 at 1 PM. Visitation one hour prior to services (12 Noon - 1 PM). Interment Temple Sinai Memorial Park. Please call the funeral home at 412-621-8282 for Thursday’s shiva information. Contributions may be made to your charity of choice in Helen's memory. www.schugar.com 

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I’m so sorry to hear this news. Please know you have my deepest condolences. The obituary really captures Helen’s energy and creative passion. I remember last August when we came to visit. Helen was so excited when she heard my daughter had started taking art classes that she sent a box full of painting supplies and books. My daughter was so grateful to be thought of and so grateful for the loving support and generosity.

By Steven Nardi - September 14, 2023

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My condolences on the passing of Helen. She was a warm,oving person who I always enjoyed having conversation with. I was with Jessica at Randyland as well when we ran into someone who had square danced with her and Joe over the years and she had nothing but wonderful things to say. May she rest in peace.

By Andrew Gruden - September 14, 2023

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I love you sweet friend. You'll forever be in my heart. God Bless you. ❤️

By Carole B. - September 14, 2023

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So sorry to hear about Helen. I will always be grateful for the many years of happiness that she gave my brother Joe. My condolences to her family.

By Evelyn Nardi Schmitt - September 14, 2023

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It is with great sadness that I extend my condolences to the entire Naimark family for the loss of their beloved Helen. She was vibrant, generous, and warm person who was loved by so many people. I will always remember her as a dedicated partner to my brother, Joe, and as a dear friend to me.

By Michael Nardi - September 13, 2023

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Heartfelt condolences to Helen's family. It was a treat to get to know her as a valued member of Grow Pittsburgh's Garden Resource Center community. (We had the pleasure of publishing this interview with Helen in February 2022 about her lifelong pursuit of gardening: https://www.growpittsburgh.org/growers-spotlight-helen-naimark/) May your memories be a blessing. Please know that Helen's generosity and love of gardening inspired April, Iselin, Brenna, and Adam to make a donation in her memory that will help others learn to grow.

By Ryan Walsh - September 13, 2023

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Couldn't have asked for a better big sister!

By April Soule - September 13, 2023

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Sad news about Cousin Helen, who was always the upbeat-despite-what-life-throws-at-you character in the family. My mom and her were thick as thieves when they were kids and we always loved her visits with the family. I tried to keep that up over the last decade and even got in a quick visit to Pittsburgh earlier this year. Now we have fond memories to treasure.

By Eli Savada - September 13, 2023

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Sending my condolences on the passing of Helen. I always enjoyed our conversations and hearing her stories at get togethers and holidays. The obituary is a beautiful summary of her life and passions. I actually just ran into someone who square danced with her and Joe yesterday at Randyland. May her memory be a blessing.

By Jessica Leonard - September 13, 2023

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Dear AL & Jane, You Both have Our DEEPEST SYMPATHY in the Passing of Your Dear Mother. She Lived a Full Life! God Bless Her & May She Rest in Peace & Love. Sending Love & Hugs to You Both.

By Nick & Cindy Pintur - September 13, 2023

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I am truly saddened by this news about my dear cousin Helen who always used to stop by in Washington and visit when she and Joe passed through town... we have managed to stay in touch all these years and I don't know how I miss this news. I am sobbing so sadly because she was such a wonderful person. I remember telling her the first time I met her when I was a little boy that I dreamed about her and that we were in a car running from robots that had landed to take over the world something out of the movies in the 1960s. I shall cherish the many family memories we had together and pray that her family is comforted amongst the mourners of Zion & Jerusalem

By Alan Savada - September 12, 2023

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So very sorry to hear of her passing. I have such fond JCC memories of Helen's creativity, including her earring creations.

By Melissa - September 12, 2023

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My dear sweet Helen. I was hoping this day wouldn’t come. I’m so sad. I really don’t know what I’m going to do without you. I’m going to miss you tremendously. I have so many memories that I will keep in my heart and I will never forget you my dear friend.I love you Momma! Fly high❤️

By Karen Kirk - September 12, 2023

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Sending prayers for you and your famiky

By Paula Lamberto-Spell - September 12, 2023

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I’m so sorry to hear this news. Please know you have my deepest condolences. The obituary really captures Helen’s energy and creative passion. I remember last August when we came to visit. Helen was so excited when she heard my daughter had started taking art classes that she sent a box full of painting supplies and books. My daughter was so grateful to be thought of and so grateful for the loving support and generosity.

By Steven Nardi - September 12, 2023

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