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Helen Sminkey Obituary
Palmyra - Helen Louise Sminkey, on February 26, 2018, age 69, (nee Derk) of Palmyra, NJ. She was the beloved wife of Raymond M. and loving mother of Raymond E. (Sarah), Jacqueline (Mark) Holmes, Joann (Joseph) Wirth and Raylene (Brian) Askin. She is also survived by 8 grandchildren Nikki, Kirk, Elizabeth, Jake, John, Kyle, Helen and Raymond; 2 great grandchildren Katelynn and Makayla; and 2 sisters Alma Rhodes and Margaret Deak. Relatives and friends are invited to attend her Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday at 10:00 AM in St. Peter Church 43 W. Maple Ave. Merchantville, NJ. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Samaritan Hospice 5 Eves Drive Suite 300 Marlton, NJ. 08053.
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Joan Higgins
March 2, 2018
Ray,
So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family
Bruce Bakerf
March 2, 2018
We didn't know her well, but she always had a smile and a welcoming hug when we saw her.
March 1, 2018
Our family will miss Helen very much. She was a special lady and it was a privilege to know and share her life. Our deepest sympathies, Freddy, Mini
Maureen Forbes, Dettrey
February 28, 2018
I wish I could be there with everyone. The stories, the four sisters shared growing up and all the wonderful memories will always be with everyone. I love you all very much. May God hold all of you close. Hang on to him.
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