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Helen D. Mims

Helen Mims Obituary

Helen D. Mims Born March 23, 1931 in Bayminette, AL, after a yearlong battle with cancer she died September 8, 2014. Helen was a lifelong educator with TUSD. She is survived by her children, Regina and Leroy Mims; grandchildren, Tairia Mims Flowers, Anais Downs Bradford and four great-grandchildren, Solomon, Josiah Bradford and Jayce, Tristyn Flowers. Memorial Service to be held at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, October 4, 2014 at Prince Chapel A.M.E. Church, 602 S. Stone, Tucson, 520-624-2871.

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Published by Arizona Daily Star on Sep. 28, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Helen Mims

19 Entries

Rick Ramsey

October 3, 2014

Miss Mims (always Miss Mims to me) will be missed. She affected my life as a co-worker. Loving, kind, but also one to say her mind when she needed to, I know I could always count her as a friend as I ran into her around town. My thoughts and prayers to your family.

Sylvia Ibarra

October 2, 2014

Mama Mims was mama to all of us at Luz. She didn't play around when it came to students and their education. She was tough but caring and that's why everyone loved her. I miss you mama Mims but I know you are in a better place. See you when I get there! Oh and thanks for teaching me so much!

Denise & Curtis Robinson

October 2, 2014

Regina and family I will always remember your mom/grandmother. She always brought out the best in each of us. God bless each of you today as you honor the life of your mother.

Rachel (DuVall) Gallegos

October 1, 2014

Ms. Mims,
My prayers go out to the family. Your family I'm sure know how all your long ago children from Pueblo loved and respected You. It's been 30+ and I can hear your voice and that smile. How I will miss you but, I will never forget you. And yes I will never forget your word walk tall and proud.

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Don Collier

September 30, 2014

Helen and I first met as educators at Pueblo. She was a caring professional and taught me so much about people. She had many stories about Gina and Leroy; she was so proud of them. Our contact continued for years as Tairia attended Maxwell. There could not have been a happier grandmother. My condolences to a family that Helen truly loved.

Melanie Ormsby

September 30, 2014

To the Mims family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My deepest condolences go out to you and your family.

Arlene Kutoroff

September 29, 2014

Dear Mims Family,
It was with heavy heart to read of Ms Mims passing. My years woking with her at Tucson High in the counseling Dept were some of my best in TUSD. The last time I saw her was at lunch about 6 years ago as we discussed both of us surviving cancer. I adored and respected Ms Mims so much!
I fondly remember when Gina ( my son Alex's music teacher, Anais (my sons classmate at Fickett , Ms Mims and I had post promotion dinner together. Our family was so blessed to have this multi- generation connection with your family. I wish I could attend her service but it is Yom Kippur but I promise my spirit will be with all of you!
Always, Arlene

Salpointe Catholic High School

September 29, 2014

The Salpointe Catholic High School community extends deepest sympathy to the Mims family. You are in our prayers at this difficult time.

Maria (Velasquez) Osuna

September 29, 2014

My condolences to the Mims family. Ms Mims was my high school adviser at Pueblo. She was a wonderful person. I was privileged to have gotten to know her.

Gary & Radine strong

September 29, 2014

To the Mims family with our deep regret in your mom's lost we send our prayers and love. Mrs. Mims was my grade school teacher . She will be missed. May God's love and peace cover you in his arms. Elder Gary & Radine (Betters) Strong

Linda Nelson

September 29, 2014

Mom & I send our thoughts & prayers to the Mims family.

Lupe Olivas

September 28, 2014

I worked with Ms. Mims at Lawemce I am so sad learning of her passing. She brought comfort and laughter to the students and me.

Jackie Armijo

September 28, 2014

Remembering you and your family in my prayers, Leroy. You were there for us when we lost Dad and for that, I will be forever grateful.

Don Armijo

September 28, 2014

My deepest condolences to the Mims family.

Don Armijo

Eddie Emerine

September 28, 2014

My thoughts and prayers go out to Leroy and Regina and the family.

V. Carole Smith

September 28, 2014

I worked with Helen at Pueblo. She gave me the best recipe for Monkey Bread. Working with her at Pueblo was some of my best years in TUSD. She was committed to the students of Pueblo. She wanted them to be successful. I am so sorry for your loss.

Debbie Wesch

September 28, 2014

When I think of Ms. Mims I think of love and respect. I worked at Lawrence Intermediate School when Ms. Mims was there. All who knew her loved and respected her. What a wonderful person. She made positive impacts on a number of lives. I will always remember her fondly.

Music teacher at Lawrence Intermediate School

John Torrejon

September 28, 2014

Ms.Mims was a great friend to me. All of us teachers at Lawrence Intermediate School very much enjoyed working with her. The kids so loved her because she was such a sweet and lively mentor to all. My sincere condolences to you.

Thinking of Helen

Patricia Rendon

September 28, 2014

I worked with Helen at Lawrence Intermediate. She was my counselor-mentor as I was getting my certification requirements. I will always remember her with fondness and respect, as she was a GREAT LADY. She will be missed by many.

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