Search by Name

Search by Name

Helen Ptomey

1924 - 2017

Helen Ptomey obituary, 1924-2017, Roswell, GA

BORN

1924

DIED

2017

Helen Ptomey Obituary

Helen Angeline (Ribel) Ptomey passed with peace and grace on her 93rd birthday, Sept. 10, 2017 at her home in Daytona Beach, Florida. She was born in Fairmont, WV to John and Jennie (Tangari) Ribel on Sept. 10, 1924. Helen was the youngest child and the last remaining survivor of her immediate family. Helen married the love her life, Robert M. Ptomey, on Dec. 20, 1942. She worked for the Atlantic and Pacific Tea Company for over 40 years. While in Fairmont, Helen was very involved with the Taran Club, whose goal was to provide food and clothing for less fortunate children and families in Fairmont. She was also an active member of Trinity Assembly of God in Fairmont and Indigo Lakes Baptist Church in Daytona Beach, Florida. Helen and Bob retired to Daytona Beach, Florida in 1988. She was a fantastic cook who loved to have dinner parties for her friends and family, especially at Christmas which was her favorite time of year. She will always be remembered as a devoted and loving wife, mother, sister, aunt and dear friend whose greatest passion was helping others. In addition to her husband, Helen was predeceased by brothers Louie Ribel (Kate), John Ribel (Dora), Frank Ribel (Emma), Jimmy Ribel (Virginia), and sisters Katie Saurborn Durand (Leonard) and Mary Tusing (Lee). Other family members that predeceased her include brother-in-law, Michael Ptomey Jr, nephews Louie Ribel Jr., Arthur Ribel, Jimmie Ribel Jr. and nieces Shirley Ribel Spadafore and Jean Madden. Helen is survived by her three children: sons Michael (Carolann) Ptomey of Daytona Beach, Florida and Cranston, Rhode Island, and Richard Ptomey of Daytona Beach, Florida and daughter Rebecca Shafer (David) of Roswell, Georgia. She is also survived by two sisters-in-law Virginia Ptomey Sewell and Dorothy Ptomey as well as many nieces and nephews. Her life sincerely made a difference that will be felt by others and be remembered by so many for a long time to come. Helen's children will bring her and Bob's "cremains" to Fairmont where they will forever be together.

Published by Daytona Beach News-Journal on Jan. 7, 2018.
34465541-95D0-45B0-BEEB-B9E0361A315A

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

Memories and Condolences
for Helen Ptomey

Not sure what to say?





0 Entries

Be the first to post a memory or condolences.

Make a Donation
in Helen Ptomey's name

Memorial Events
for Helen Ptomey

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

How to support Helen's loved ones
Commemorate a cherished Veteran with a special tribute of Taps at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Helen Ptomey's life and legacy
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more