Marie Helen Vallelunga Marie Helen Vallelunga died July 10, 2006, at age 83. Marie Helen Piazza was born Aug. 5, 1922, in Portland. She graduated from Washington High School and moved in 1958 to Vancouver, where she was a sales clerk for Casual Cottage, Christie's Closet and other boutiques. She was a member of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church for more than 45 years. In 1944, she married Salvatore J.; he died in 1978. Survivors include her son, Daniel; daughters, Jolene Vallelunga-Heller, Toni Kent and Janice Doyle; five grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Remembrances to the Alzheimer's Association. Arrangements by Hamilton-Mylan. Friday, July 21, 2006 Portland Oregonian