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Helen Raforth Obituary

Raforth, Helen
Rochester: December 1st, 2007, age 89. Predeceased by her husband Lewis. Survived by her daughter Sharon (Rod) Moorman; grandsons, Gary Womer & friend Charlene Lee, Richard (Alicia) Moorman; great-grandchildren, Jason, Bryan, Joshua Womer and their mother Andrea Womer; brother, John (Dorothy) O'Flynn, several nieces and nephews. Helen was very active as a member of Henrietta Senior Center. She also volunteered for the Red Cross Lifespan, VNS, RSVP, The Girl Scouts & the Jewish Home. Helen lived her life to the fullest and will be deeply missed by many.
Helen's Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Thursday at 11 AM. At Guardian Angels Church (2061 East Henrietta Rd.). Interment, private. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to a charity of one's choice. To e-mail a message of condolence please visit Helen's guest book at:

www.millerfuneralhomes.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Rochester Democrat And Chronicle on Dec. 4, 2007.

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Diane Rafoth

December 4, 2007

Be they few and far between, I always enjoyed the time and discussions I had with Aunt Helen. My thoughts and prayers go to everyone that was blessed to know her.

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