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Helen Stevenson Obituary


Helen J. Stevenson (nee Jones), age 90, of Wyomissing Hills, formerly of Wernersville and Springfield, Delaware County, PA, passed away on Wednesday, May 29, 2013 at Barclay Friends.

She is survived by her husband Richard of 66 plus years of marriage.

She was beloved mother of Richard A. of West Chester (wife Christina Valocchi) and Barry of Norwood (wife Susan); loving Mom-mom to Jason (Elena), Jared (Katharine), Jennifer, Jamie, and Brett; loving great-mom-mom to Quinlan and Zoe.

Helen was predeceased by her brother, Gordon and her sister, Marian.

Helen faithfully attended the Church of the Redeemer in Springfield and Saint Alban's Church in Sinking Spring. She was the Rector's Warden in the Church of the Redeemer and a long-standing member of the choir in both churches.

Helen was the consummate volunteer. She worked in senior homes while living in Springfield and began a long dedication to the Meals on Wheels service. She was honored after retiring from Meals on Wheels with 50 years of service.

She was a devoted family member to many nieces and nephews and passes on the torch of the "oldest living Jones" to her nephew Gordy. She was a devoted wife, proud mother, loving homemaker, and loving grandmother.

The funeral service will be held at St. Alban's Church on Saturday, June 22nd at 11:00 a.m. A private interment will occur prior to the service.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in her memory to: St. Alban's Church, 2848 St Albans Dr., Sinking Spring, PA 19608.

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

Published by Reading Eagle on Jun. 6, 2013.

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Clemson Page

June 6, 2013

Dick and the Stevenson/Jones family -- our heartfelt condolences on the loss of Helen. She was indeed a bright light (and a sweet voice) in our world at St. Alban's. --- Clem & Eve Page.

June 6, 2013

Mr Stevenson, my heart felt sorrows.My prayers are with you and your family. Helen was such a sweet kind woman and will be missed by many. may you find peace and comfort with family and friends.
Mary Printz

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