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HELEN COOMBE Obituary
HELEN COOMBE "Sis"
On Wednesday, May 1, 2013, of Beltsville, MD. Beloved wife of the late Walter B. Coombe "Buddy"; dear aunt of Jim (Ginna) and Ken (Martina) Galentine. Also survived by one grand-nephew, three grand-nieces and many friends. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard, West, Silver Spring, MD, (Valet Parking), Monday, May 6 from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral Service at Colesville Baptist Church, 13100 Andrew Drive, Silver Spring, MD on Tuesday, May 7 at 10 a.m. Interment Fort Lincoln Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to American Heart Association, Memorial & Tribute Processing Ctr., P.O. Box 5216, Glen Allen, VA 23058-5216 or to American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, aspca.org.www.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com
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Memories and Condolences
for HELEN COOMBE
May 7, 2013
Missing you, Helen. D.J. and Wanda Masilek-Harrisonburg, Va.
May 7, 2013
This world holds no sadness that God can not heal. May you find comfort in knowing that He is providing the strength you need to endure the days ahead.
C Johnson
Adam Ross
May 7, 2013
Thank you for treating me like a member of your family and it was a pleasure knowing you.
May 6, 2013
I am truly sorry for your loss. Please remember that "God is near to those that are broken-hearted; and to those that are crushed in spirit he saves. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
May 6, 2013
My dear friend...may you rest in peace with the Lord. I will sorely miss our "daily" talks but find comfort in your peace. I will still hear your laughter and through my own way talk with you every day.
Nancy Case
Steve and Mary Galentine
May 6, 2013
May the Lord comfort and strengthen you as only He can. Our prayers are with you.
Ruthie Shegogue
May 6, 2013
Helen was by best friend for 41 years. We will miss her forever as we now leave her in God's care and his promise of eternal life . We love you Helen. Ruthie and Frankie Shegogue
American Heart Association
May 5, 2013
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
Kimberley Ryan
May 5, 2013
I will never forget you Helen, God bless you...
Kimberley Ryan
May 5, 2013
My heart goes out to you at this time of need, Helen was a part of my life for as long as I can remember. She was kind, caring, and a very loving woman. She will be missed very much. I am praying for all of you.
Adele Kotlarsic
May 5, 2013
Beloved cousin and old running mate as teens..Will be dearly missed.Adele Kotlarsic([email protected])
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