Mrs. Maria Helen Alvarez Smith

I use to be Helen's Personal Assistant for many years. I so enjoyed working for her. She was truly one of the most amazing woman I have ever met. I always enjoyed the stories she told me about her amazing life, whenever we would have lunch together. I will never forget the time she took me to the Del Mar Racetrack, we had such a wonderful time. Before I worked for Helen, I was her brother James Harmon's Executive Assistant at the San Diego TV station she owned, KTTY-Ch. 69. I'm very...

Joe, Just now found out about your mother...I am so sorry for your loss, my thoughts are with you....Crystal Pearson

Joe,
So sorry to just now hear about your beautiful Mother's passing. She was an inspiration to me and made an impression on me as a young business woman. Hope you and your family are doing wonderfully in every way.

Joe your mother was a blessing Mitch and I send you our deepest sympathy and love

I didn't have the opportunity to get to know Helen very well. She was my son, Dalton's aunt. Helen was extremely generous when my son Dalton was born in 1980. This was when "alligator" velor baby clothes were the top of the line. She bought my son Dalton his whole baby wardrobe, beautiful crib, and gorgeous, elegant dresses for me after I gave birth. I knew Helen's son Joe a lot more than I knew his mother. I really liked Joe. He was so fun to be around! I wish I had the opportunity to...

I will always have the fondest memories of Helen. She was a generous, gracious and loving lady and we will all miss her greatly.

Caesar P. Kimmel

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Joe & Lisa,

Your mother has long been an inspiration to us, and she will certainly be missed. We will be forever grateful for the wonderful relationship she shared with our grandparents for so many years. We love you guys, and you are in our prayers.