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Helen Higginbotham, aged 71, passed away on November 3, 2018, in South Bend, Indiana. Her death was the result of a tragic incident that has been classified as a murder-suicide. According to reports, Helen was shot by her ex-husband, Edward Zelasko, aged 76, who then attempted to take his own life. The incident occurred at Helen's residence on W. Prairie Ave. Edward Zelasko shot Helen and their dog before turning the gun on himself. Helen succumbed to her gunshot wounds, and her death was ruled ...Read More
Victim Details

Helen Higginbotham

Female

White / Caucasian

South-bend

IN

2018-11-03

71

Helen

Higginbotham

11/13/2025