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Helen Fiel Obituary

Helen B. Fiel PORTSMOUTH - Helen Ballance Fiel passed away Dec. 13, 2009. She was preceded in death by her husband, Andrew J. Fiel Jr., her parents, two brothers and two sisters. Mrs. Fiel is survived by a daughter, Barbara F. Harmon of Homestead, Fla.; two sons, Michael Fiel of Portsmouth and Patrick V. Fiel Sr. and wife Kookie of Wallace, N.C.; a brother, Foy S. Ballance of Everglades City, Fla.; four grandchildren; six great- grandchildren; many nieces, nephews and cousins. A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday at Portsmouth Catholic Cemetery by the Rev. James Gordon. Foster Funeral Home, Portsmouth, is handling arrangements.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Dec. 16, 2009.

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serena conboy

December 19, 2009

Barbara Ann, Mike and Pat,
We were so sorry to hear about your mother's passing. We have not seen each other in decades but I wanted you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. We lost our mama in 2008 and we miss her every day. God be with you all.
Serena Twiford Conboy, Frances Twiford Dixon, Roy Twiford and Dickie Twiford.

Amanda Kirkendall

December 19, 2009

Mike, I know you must be terribly sad. Just keep living your life to the fullest, that is what your Mother would want. Barbara and Pat, my deepest sympathy to you.
Love, Amanda Kirkendall (Dallas and Donna Belcher's Daughter)

December 18, 2009

Mike and family,
My condolences on the loss of your mother. I remember when she laughingly told me how the nuns at Portsmouth Catholic lovingly referred to her as "Sister Helen." Knowing of their devotion to prayer and appreciation of your mother's work, I am sure she is now well received into the loving arms of God the Father. All my best,
Lee Carolynn Jacobson

December 17, 2009

Barbara Ann, Mike and Pat, I am so sorry about Aunt Helen. My heart goes out to you today. I know how hard it was to say goodby. It leaves a big hole in your heart when you lose your Mother.I miss my Mother everyday. God be with you .
Lots of love,
Janice Ballance Ireland

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