They had met during their high school days and developed a tight bond. Helen chose to stay out of the spotlight and instead remained a devoted mother and spouse during their 60-year-long marriage.

“The Butkus family is gathering with Dick’s wife, Helen. They appreciate your prayers and support,” the family’s statement reads. Butkus was “the ultimate Bear, and one of the greatest ...

"The Butkus family is gathering with Dick's wife Helen," the statement continued. "They appreciate your prayers and support." Retired Chicago Bears linebacker and Pro Football Hall of Famer Dick ...

The award also uses service to the community as part of its criteria. Butkus is survived by his wife, Helen, and children Ricky, Matt and Nikki. Fred Mitchell is a former Chicago Tribune sports ...

"We extend our condolences to Helen, Dick's high school sweetheart and wife of 60 years, and their family." Butkus was born in Chicago and played his entire football career in the state of ...

Sponsor Message Butkus is survived by his wife, Helen, and children Ricky, Matt and Nikki. Nephew Luke Butkus has coached in college and the NFL, including time with the Bears.

He is survived by his wife, Helen, and children Ricky, Matt and Nikki. Nephew Luke Butkus has coached in college and the NFL, including time with the Bears.

Butkus is survived by his wife, Helen, and children Ricky, Matt and Nikki. Nephew Luke Butkus has coached in college and the NFL, including time with the Bears.