Helen was President of the Junior High School PTA in the 1950's. She also taught Sunday School at the First Baptist Church and belonged to the church Guild.
For many years Helen was the bookkeeper at Spangler's Jewelry Store and then worked at Schweser's "Gladrags" Store.
She will be remembered by her family as a caring, loving, and wonderful person.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Justin and Marie, her husband Thomas, her brother Gerald McCarthy, and great granddaughter Sydney Thompson.
Survivors: 2 daughters - Nancy Ronin of Fremont
Carol Thompson and her husband Art of Eagle, Nebraska
grandson - Douglas Thompson and his wife Liz of Lincoln, Nebraska
granddaughter - Anne Brandt and her husband Bradley of Lincoln
great grandchildren - Ry and Megan Thompson; Madalyn, Will, and Caroline Brandt
sister - Elaine Haxby and husband Robert of Fremont
There will be no public services or visitation. A private service will be held.
In memory of Helen, memorials are suggested to the University of Nebraska Medical Center for the Center for Neurovirology and Neurodegenerative Disorders for Parkinson's Research, and the First Baptist Church, and the Fremont Area Medical Center Home Health and Hospice.
Condolences(5)
Mike McCarthy
Scottsdale, AZ Thursday, September 25, 2008 Carol and Nancy So sorry to hear about your mom. As the old Irish saying goes: Memories keep those we love close to us forever. My memory is that I never saw her without a smile on her face. Just seeing her picture and thinking about her today made me smile too.Patti Scheer
Elkhorn, NE Wednesday, September 24, 2008 Carol and Nancy, I am so sorry to hear about your mom. I will always remember the great times we had everything Thanksgiving with the family. Because of her so many of us have such fond memories.Cheryl Lamme
Fremont, Ne Tuesday, September 23, 2008 I was saddened to learn of your mother's death and want you to know that you and all your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I send sincere and heartfelt sympathy to you and yours. Cheryl LammeMary O'Brien Schultz
Albany, Oh Tuesday, September 23, 2008 Our Thoughts and Prayers are with your family at this very difficult time. May you all find comfort in the many wonderful memories you have of your Mother. God's blessings and our love to all of you.Maureen O'Brien-Giesler
Omaha, NE Tuesday, September 23, 2008 Sorry to hear about your loss.