Helen M. Brackett, age 99, of St. Joseph's Manor, Trumbull, passed away on June 1, 2011. She was a lifelong resident of Bridgeport prior to moving to St. Joseph's in 2006. Helen is survived by one son, Richard Brackett and his wife Stephanie of Stratford, one granddaughter Alison Valli and her husband Robert of Sewickley, PA, two great grandchildren, William and Katherine Valli, a special niece, Mary Lou Kane of Trumbull, and other relatives. She was predeceased by her husband Clinton A. Brackett, her daughter Patricia MacDonald and her son, Thomas MacDonald. A private graveside service was held in Lakeview Cemetery. Arrangements by the Redgate – Hennessy Funeral Home, Trumbull