Obituary

Helen E. Kittle (née Como), 92, of Dumont, NJ, entered into eternal life on November 18, 2025. Helen was born on July 21, 1933 in Washington Heights, NY to Bertha (née Elsner) and Gennaro Como. She was a loving daughter, sister, aunt, wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother of 4.  Predeceased by her beloved husband, John F. Kittle (2012).  Survived by her beloved sister Patricia Schwoerer.  Loving mother of John Jr., daughter in-law Barbra and their children, Alexsandra, and Eric (husband, Koren Enright), Kenneth, daughter in- law, Diane Marie and their children, Lauren (husband, Justin Petroski), Sarah (husband, Sammy Martinez), and Amanda, Kevin and his wife Donna, Martin, his wife Chantel and their children, Christina, Anthony (wife, Kara), Tiana, Tyler and Tatum.

Helen was a caring, loving woman who welcomed everyone. She enjoyed baking, knitting, chocolate, peace and Jeopardy.  Helen touched many lives and will be greatly missed.

A celebration of life will be held on Sunday, November 23, 2025, from 3:00 to 5:00 PM & 7:00 to 9:00 PM at the Frech-McKnight Funeral Home, 161 Washington Avenue, Dumont. Cremation is private.

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