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Helen Worden Obituary

Name: Calling hours for Helen Worden
Start: 2023-04-22T14:00:00.000Z
End: 2023-04-22T15:00:00.000Z
Location: Sacred Heart Church

Helen (Delaney) Worden

Jan. 19, 1927 - April 9, 2023

AUBURN - Helen (Delaney) Worden passed away on Easter Sunday, April 9, 2023 under the gentle and special care of her friends at FLCL

Helen was born January 19, 1927 the daughter of John and Ellen Doyle Delaney. A graduate of Holy Family High School and had attended Nazareth College. She loved Owasco Lake, and resided on West Lake Road for many years. She loved swimming, boating and in the winter ice-skating.

Helen had been employed at many places over the years. Including Webster's Dairy Bar, Auburn Memorial Hospital and retiring after many years at Red Star Express. She then continued working at the Citizen Advertiser, and finally at Access of CNY, Syracuse, NY.

Her unique Irish wit always made her the center of attention. Her proud Irish lineage was always showing, and inevitably her ability to hum Irish melodies was a gift, especially "When Irish Eyes are Smiling."

Surviving are her three children: Susan (Bob) Ward, John Worden and Mark (Reghan) Worden; eight grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren; a brother, Joseph Delaney; many loving nieces, nephews and cousins.

She was pre deceased by her devoted husband of sixty three years, Paul "Joe" Worden, her parents, sisters: Irene Flaherty, Virginia Delaney and brother John "Butch" Delaney, sisters-in-law: Margaret Delaney, Celeste Delaney, brothers-in-law: John Flaherty and John Worden.

A Memorial Funeral Mass will be held Saturday, April 22, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. in Sacred Heart Church, 90 Melrose Rd., Auburn with Reverend Michael Brown as Celebrant. A calling hour will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. prior to mass at Sacred Heart Church.

The omission of flowers is requested with memorials remembered to either Westminster Manor, 81 South St., Auburn or Hospice of the Finger Lakes, 1130 Corporate Dr., Auburn, NY 13021.

Farrell's Funeral Service, Inc., 84 South St., Auburn, NY.

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Published by The Citizen on Apr. 16, 2023.

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20 Entries

Donna Kinch

December 18, 2024

I have so many memories of Helen she was my boss and a tough one but she always was there for me. One of the good times was a bunch of us going to Buffalo bills came by bus. What a time that was. She gave me a bridal shower at her house. I could go on and on but we will save for another time

Sandie Commesso

April 26, 2023

There´s a special place in heaven waiting for such a kind and caring person like Helen! My condolences to her family

Frances Glanville

April 25, 2023

I worked with Helen "Red" as some of us called her at the Citizen. She always brought a smile to your face. My condolances to the family. She was a special one.

Peter Davis

April 22, 2023

Susan, John and Mark,
I am so very sorry for your loss and keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers.

The Kassab family

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Loretta Armtrong

April 20, 2023

Sie, I am so sorry about losing your mother. I remember fun times at your house on the lake. I loved seeing her at my job at Wegmans. When you get a chance, please give me a call at 315 447-2051. I have a "relative" question for you.

Patricia Buchmann

April 19, 2023

I worked with Helen at Access. One year on Mother's day her family was away. She joined. Y family and i at the Glen loch. She was such a wonderful caring person. I miss seeing her. She made everyone feel special.

Bobbi De Pass-Knauss

April 19, 2023

My condolences to Helen's family and friends! Helen's bright smile, cheerful and humorous personality will be missed. She was bright light at AccessCNY for many years. Rest in Peace Helen!

Bobbi De Pass-Knauss

Patty Sciria

April 18, 2023

Aunt Helen was my godmother. She was one of the funniest people I have known. She was a fireball. She had the Irish gift of gab. She is now reunited with the love of her life, Joe Worden, who has been patiently waiting for her. Love and miss you Aunt Helen.

Mark Kukiela

April 18, 2023

Another beautiful star to shine brightly upon us from the heavens. May you rest in peace.

Jerry Wetherby

April 17, 2023

Helen and Joe and family were a wonderful family to have in our West Lake neighborhood. One Halloween both Helen and Joe dressed up in costumes. I´m glad we got to grow up in such a fun place. I can understand Helen loving Owasco Lake. It´s there to be loved. Rest now Helen, you beautiful Irish lady

RON CONNORS

April 17, 2023

WHEN YOU HAVE THE WORDEN FAMILY, MIXED WITH THE CONNORS FAMILY, ADD A DELANEY AND YOU HAVE THE MAKING OF A ST. PATRICKS DAY PARTY, NO MATTER WHAT TIME OF THE YEAR IT WAS. MANY GREAT MEMORIES---GOD BLESS---RON CONNORS

Corinne Steele

April 17, 2023

Your mom was one of those people that always brings a smile just thinking of her. Though Larry was the one who mostly hung around up on the lake road, we all knew Helen and Joe and I remember them with such fondness...we were a lucky bunch of kids. Know that I´m thinking of all of you...Corinne

Bethany Arnold

April 17, 2023

I met Helen through Joe's employment at the YMCA. What a wonderful couple! How happy is Joe right now to have his bride at his side once again? Rest in peace Helen.

shari delaney

April 17, 2023

Aunt Helen, Thank you for being there for our family, in good times and bad. I will always have treasured memories of you. Rest In Peace.

Deborah Weldon Irland Crawford

April 16, 2023

Mrs Worden was many things to me from the time my family moved to Auburn. Sue and I became instant friends and spent a great deal of time together from 7 th grade through graduation from high school. We worked together at Auburn Memorial Hospital and remained friends throughout the years. I was always amazed at Mrs Worden´s level of energy and her love of life and family. Bless her family and especially Sue who has looked after her with great care and devotion.

Mary Margaret Kalley

April 16, 2023

Loved loved that she was a part of my life growing up!! A very special woman

Ginny Anne Flaherty Lisano

April 16, 2023

Dear Aunt Helen, You had a great life. You and Uncle Joe were soûl mates. Uncle Joe worshiped the ground you walked on. He backed you 110%! You had wonderful carters and worked passed retirement âgé. Thanks to you and Uncle Joe for being so good and close to our family. At Christmas you always brought the shrimp platter and large can of black olives that you know we loved. Rest in peace until we meet again. Love and prayers, Ginny Anne Flaherty Lisano

Donna Kinch

April 16, 2023

I have so many memories about Helen she was my supervisor at Red Star but we also socialized outside of work. She was so good to me. We had fun together but she came to my rescue so many times when I was in need. Of course we lost touch but I thought of her often . Rest In Peace Helen Donna Kinch

Jeanne Tokarz Good

April 16, 2023

I had the pleasure of working with Helen at Red Star many years ago. Helen was a joy to be around - always happy and fun to be around. I've thought about her all these years and often wondered how she was doing. She is unforgettable.

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