Helen Jean Lonteen

Helen Jean Lonteen, 87, peacefully passed away November 9, 2026.

Jean was born in Akron on December 19, 1938 to John and Mary (Allio) Halleck. She married the love of her life, Frank, in 1960. Jean worked at St. John Church and later retired from Sears where she worked in retail for over 25 years. She enjoyed participating in sewing and knitting groups, socializing with friends from Sears over monthly dinners, spending time with the "Code Purple" girls, and supporting her grandchildren by watching their many sports and activities over the years.

In addition to her parents, Jean was preceded in death by her husband Frank; son Bill; granddaughter Dana; brothers John, Joseph, and Edward. She is survived by her beloved children Michael (Vicki), Daniel, and Sheryl (Brian) Jones; brother William; grandchildren Christopher Lonteen, Shawn (Shelby) Jones and Kyle Jones; great-granddaughter Emma; very special friends Lynn and Mike Bryce.

The family would like to thank the many caregivers who have cared for Jean over the past few years, especially those who took care of her at the Apostolic Christian Home.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held Saturday, November 28 at 11:00 AM at St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church, 4019 Manchester Rd. in Akron, where friends will be received for one hour prior. Private interment at Holy Cross Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Apostolic Christian Home (Aspen Square Assisted Living).

Livestream of mass can be viewed here: https://vimeo.com/event/6355946/8af33b6c5a