Helena Sauer

Helena Sauer

Helena Sauer Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Kraft-Sussman Funeral & Cremation Services on Feb. 12, 2021.

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Helena A. Sauer, 98, of Las Vegas, NV, passed away on February 9, 2021 at her daughter's home where she resided.

Helena was born in Westernport, Maryland to Harvey and Edna Aronson. She graduated from Allegany High School and went on to earn a Bachelor of Science in General Studies from the Carnegie Institute of Technology. She and her husband were owners of multiple-location clothing stores: Helena's, Jack 'n Jill and Jack's Place. She enjoyed traveling with her husband, friends and family. Later in life, she received awards for her watercolor paintings both in Cumberland, MD and Las Vegas, NV. 

Helena is survived by her children, Jeff (Gail) of Las Vegas, Gordon (Gueydan) of New Orleans, Elise (Mark) of Las Vegas and her niece Jan Marx Braverman and Jan's children, Becca and Ben. She was predeceased by her husband, Henry; parents, Harvey and Edna; and sister, Esther.

Services will not be held at this time.

Memorial donations may be made to the Allegany College of Maryland Foundation in memory of Helena A. Sauer or any charity of your choice that benefits children.

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