CASTALDO HELEN ELENA SALCETTI Age 94, passed away July 30, 2017. Helen was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 55 years, Carlo. Helen is survived by her daughter, Carla; grandchildren, Michaela and Zachery; a son, David. Helen's zest for life led to travel and adventures. In 1955 she moved to Rome, Italy to work for Warner Bros. Studios on the movie, Ben Hur. While on hiatus she traveled to the beautiful island of Capri where she met her true love, Carlo. After a year in Italy, and a marriage proposal in hand, she sailed back on the Andrea Doria, surviving the sinking of the ship. Helen returned to Italy where she and Carlo married and lived until 1958. They returned to Pittsburgh to raise their family. Helen and Carlo lived a full life filled with love, traveling and family. We cherish all you gave us. "Una vita ben vissuta!" A life well lived! Helen's family requested that services and interment will be held privately. Funeral arrangements are being handled by BASH - NIED FUNERAL HOME, Delmont, 724-468-8381. www. bash-niedfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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