Helen Salminen

Helen Salminen, age 92 of Hibbing, MN passed away Friday February 12, 2021 at Guardian Angels Health and Rehabilitation Center in Hibbing. Helen was born August 7, 1928 in Beulah, MS to Claude and Mabel (Sproles) Maxie. She was a resident of Hibbing since 1945. Helen was a member of the Order of Moose, she attended 1st Baptist Church in Hibbing and Hope Lutheran Church in Toivola. Helen enjoyed knitting and crocheting. On May 11, 1963 she was joined in marriage to Harold Salminen. Helen is survived by her husband of 56 years Harold, grandchildren, Lynette Podritz, Shelly Martinez, Joseph (Karyn) Buchwitz, James (Stephane) Buchwitz and Diana Miller, 10 greatgrandchildren and several nieces nephews extended relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Claude and Mable, children, Doris Maki, Robert Buchwitz and Barbara Miller and grandson, John Miller.  Helens family would like to extend a special thank you to Helens niece, Sheryl Benz, nephew, Robert (Bob) Maxie and the staff at Guardian Angels Health and Rehab Center. Services will be held at a later date.