Helen (Sakelis) Hubeny, formerly of Colts Neck and Tinton Falls, passed away peacefully on August 3, 2026, at the age of 94.

Born in Loutraki, Greece, Helen immigrated to the United States as a young child with her family. They settled at the family farm, Grecian Manor, in Marlboro, where she was raised alongside her two sisters, Alice and Harriett. Helen attended Freehold High School, where she was a cheerleader, and later graduated from Rider College. In 1951, she was elected to membership in the Sigma Iota Chi Sorority. Throughout her life, Helen was adored by family, friends, neighbors, and everyone fortunate enough to know her.

In 1956, Helen married the love of her life, Charles E. “Chuck” Hubeny. Together, with the help of family and friends, they built the home where they would raise their family and create a lifetime of memories. Following Chuck’s passing in 1995, Helen took over ownership of the former Sulky Restaurant on Route 34. She remained in their Colts Neck home until 1998 before moving to Society Hill in Tinton Falls, where she happily lived for the next 25 years. In 2022, she moved to Atlantic Highlands to live with her son, Lance in the cottage at Soft Landing.

Helen was a proud life member of the Colts Neck Fire Company No. 1 Ladies Auxiliary, where she helped organize countless events, including the beloved annual fashion shows of the 1970s. She was also an active member of the Friends of the Monmouth County Parks and the Tinton Falls Senior Club.

To many, Helen was simply “Mom” or “Nanny.” She opened her home and her heart to everyone. Neighborhood children and friends were always welcome, especially on weekends when she prepared lunches for the local motorcycle riding crew. During the summer, the Good Humor truck made nearly daily stops up the driveway, delighting the many children gathered there. Her signature greeting—”Oh, hi, Honey!”—became her trademark and perfectly reflected her warm, loving spirit.

Helen and Chuck also opened their home to numerous foster children over the years. They provided love, guidance, and stability to many young lives, and those they helped undoubtedly carried her lessons of kindness, strength, and compassion throughout their own journeys.

Professionally, Helen began her career as a legal secretary in Freehold before embarking on a distinguished career with the United States Navy. She proudly served for more than 25 years at Naval Weapons Station Earle, managing the Navy Exchange in both Colts Neck and the waterfront facility in Leonardo. During her years there, she formed many lifelong friendships, especially with Maureen and Peter, whom she dearly loved. Maureen affectionately called Helen her “Jersey Girl,” a nickname that always brought a smile. After retiring from the U.S. Navy, Helen continued working for more than a decade with Allegra Nebelkopf, PC in Red Bank and later with the Law Offices of Geraldine Allegra, LLC. She treasured the friendships she made throughout her career and remained grateful for the opportunities to continue doing work she enjoyed.

Helen is survived by her loving sons, Lance (Kim), Adam (Diane), and Stephen (Margaret); her six cherished grandchildren, Tyler (Kate), Connor, Adam “AJ” (Dana), Kylie (John), Kamryn, and Chase; and her adored great-grandchildren, Anhder, Kennedy, Brooks, and Maeve.

Family and friends are invited to pay their respects during visitation on Friday, August 7th, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Holmdel Funeral Home, 26 South Holmdel Road, Holmdel, New Jersey.

The burial will be on Saturday, August 8^th at 10:00 AM at Atlantic Cemetery at the Reformed Church in Colts Neck.

Helen’s greatest legacy was the love she gave so freely. Her kindness, generosity, unwavering support, and welcoming spirit touched countless lives. She will be deeply missed and forever remembered by all who had the privilege of knowing her.