Helen M. Koch of Chicago passed away at the age of 95.  Born in Chicago in 1920, she retired as a control buyer from Sears Roebuck at a time when few women held that position.  Helen was preceded in death by her parents, Nicholas and Helen and her brother, Nicholas and her sister, Ann.  Helen was a gifted crafter who enjoyed sewing, crocheting and needle point.  She was a loyal friend to many and an adored aunt that was greatly loved by her two nieces Christine and Judith, her nephew the late Nicholas, and her many grand and great-grand nieces and nephews.  Visitation 4-8pm Monday May 18th at Hallowell & James Funeral Home, 1025 W. 55^th St., Countryside, where funeral service will be held 10am Tuesday May 19th.  Interment Ridgewood Memorial Park.  Funeral info 708-352-6500