A previous version of this article had Helmut Huber’s name misspelled in the headline.

This mistake has been corrected.

The family has requested that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to theAmerican Stroke Association.

Helmut Huber and Susan Lucci

“The first time I saw Susie, it hit me,” Huber toldPeoplein 1999.

“Still today, she walks in a room, and I just light up.”

“Helmut’s passing is a tremendous loss for all who knew and loved him.

Susan Lucci and Helmut Huber