Helga Johanna Magdalena Brackett

December 20, 1934 - December 22, 2025

She grew up in Germany with her siblings, Uwe Rogal, Ulrich Rogal, and Heide Meyer-Veden, her early life shaped by the privations and moral pressures of wartime Germany. She was preceded in death by her brother Ulrich.

Helga was also preceded in death by her husband, Burton Merrick Brackett (January 3, 1935 – April 21, 2007). They shared a long marriage and a deep bond.

Though her life included profound suffering, Helga maintained a strong commitment to her faith and a steadfast love for God. Her longing for harmony was shaped by her hope for goodness and her wish to turn away from what caused pain. Under all circumstances, she expressed gratitude and sought to see what was good in each situation.

Helga was the mother of six children: Thomas Brackett, Heide Braley, Martin Brackett, Rebecca Tavangar, Kenneth Brackett, and Phillip Brackett. Through them, she became the grandmother of eleven grandchildren and fifteen great-grandchildren.

She remained faithful to the life she believed in.

For those who wish to attend, a celebration of life for our mother will be held on January 31 at 11:00 AM at North East United Methodist Church, 101 South Main Street, North East, MD 21901. A lunch will follow the service. If you plan to attend the lunch, please RSVP in advance so we can plan accordingly. You can call Carol at 410-287-2220.

In lieu of flowers and gifts, acts of kindness and service in Helga’s memory are deeply appreciated. Memorial donations may also be made to the Cecil College Foundation, a community institution Helga valued deeply. Donations may be made at https://url.avanan.click/v2/r01/___https://www.cecil.edu/donate___.YXAzOnJ0Zm9hcmQ6YTpvOmZjZjFmZTRlODFmNjFmMTE2ZjAwZDQyZGI2ZmMwYzU3Ojc6OTRlNDoyZTU1OTZhYTZiZTQxMTVkN2Y2ZDQ3ZGMyMmVmNWQxNzE2NjU2NWIwOTY4OTVjMzI3Y2MxOTQxNjU5NDg3NmEwOnQ6VDpO

We are grateful for the many kind messages and expressions of care.

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Carol Meisner

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Helga Johanna Magdalena Rogal was born on December 20, 1934, in Tübingen, Germany, to Erna Magdalena Hildegard Müller and Otto Ernst Rogal. She passed away at the age of 91 on Monday, December 22, 2025. She grew up in Germany with her siblings, Uwe Rogal, Ulrich Rogal, and Heide Meyer-Veden, her early life shaped byContinue Reading

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my family the Christmans lived with them for a while before moving to Westchester.. I remember the younger kids playing with me as a small child and I will always remember the moments that they shared their steady faith in God with my family.. Burton was a wonderful person with a wonderful mate by his side.. Condolences to all the family.. we think of everyone of you often.

Ken, Julie & Family, May the fond memories of your mother bring you comfort during this painful time . My sincerest condolences .

When I first met Mrs Brackett, I was a 20-year-old single mother of a 6 month old baby. Mrs Brackett was always so very kind and loving towards myself and my son and watched as he grew and my daughter was born later. I remember being over in their home in Concordville many times with her daughter and my friend Heide. What I remember is kindness and goodness and love. Her steadfast love for the Lord and faithfulness left a great impression on my life. My condolences to all of her loved ones. Her presence will be missed but I pray it will carry and live on through her children and children's children.

Such a beautiful soul. She'll be missed by many.

Such a beautiful lady, inside and out! You’re home in God’s arms.

Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.

Heartfelt condolences to the entire family for the passing of our beloved Helga, possessed of such exemplary love, faith , and devotion to God.

Helga - my dear big sister in times of both hardship and hope - You will always be in my heart. 💜 Heide

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.