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Helen McErlean Obituary

McERLEAN, Helen M. (nee Slane), age 93 yrs. Died peacefully on January 27, 2010 surrounded by her family at The Evergreens in Moor-estown, NJ. Formerly of Cinnaminson, NJ and Philadelphia (Olney), PA. Pre-deceased by her husband, Joseph and grand-daughter, Jennifer McErlean. Helen is survived by her children, Sister Catherine, IHM, (Sister Katie), Susanne (Vincent) McCaffrey, Joseph (Margie), Patrick (Dottie) and Edward (Patricia). Loving grandmother of 7, Joseph, Michael (Theresa), Margie (Russ) Abate, Vinnie (Julie) McCaffrey, Kelli, Ryan and Kim, and great grandmother of 8, Mackenzi, SuzieQ, Anabella, Julia, Rusty, Josie, Maggie and Quinn Patrick. Sister of Peter (Loretta) Slane, Rose Murray, James Slane. Pre-deceased by her parents, Patrick and Catherine Slane, her siblings, Mary McDonald, Sarah Murphy, Francis Slane and Catherine Slane. Also survived by numerous nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to attend Helen's Life Celebration and viewing Sunday Eve 6-9 p.m. and Monday 9-10:30 a.m. at SNOVER/ GIVNISH OF CINNA-MINSON, 1200 Route 130 North. Her Funeral Mass will follow 11 a.m. at St. Charles Borromeo Church, Branch Pike & Pomona Rd., Cinnamin-son, NJ. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Cheltenham, PA. In lieu of flowers, Memorial Gifts in Helen's memory to Sisters of IHM, Camilla Hall Infirmary, Immaculata, PA 19334. www.lifecelebration.com

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Published by Courier Post from Jan. 29 to Jan. 31, 2010.

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Eileen (Hillman) Engel

February 6, 2010

Dear McErlean Family,
Deepest sympathies to all of you. I remember your Mom years ago when we all got together. My Mother was a Slane. I think they were cousins. Thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time.

Charlie Dunn

February 2, 2010

Dear Joe and Margie,

I was sorry to hear of Helen's passing. I am sure you had a great life to celebrate with the entire family. I think about the McErleans often and fondly.
Hope all is well with the children and grand-children.
Love,
Shirley and Charlie Dunn

Charles Klinger

February 1, 2010

Ed, Pat and family,

My deepest sympathy to you and your loved ones on the loss of your mother. Karen and I will keep all of you in our prayers.

Chuck & Karen Klinger

February 1, 2010

To the Mc Erlean family. So sorry to hear of your mother, grandmother, great grandmother's passing. May your memories of her life keep you all strong. Mary Beth Sears

Pat Doran

January 31, 2010

Dear Sister Katie and Family,

My sincere sympathy and prayers are with you, your family and your mother. May God give you strength and comfort.
With Sympathy,
Pat Doran
St. Rose of Lima

Paul Hackney

January 30, 2010

To the McErlain family: Sorry for the loss of your mother. I will keep you all in my prayers.

Paul Hackney

January 30, 2010

We were sorry to learn of your mother's passing. We have fond childhood memories of your mother sitting across the street on warm summer days/nights with Mr. & Mrs. McCafferty. May she rest in peace. Mazzarella Family

Ted and Mary Hufnal

January 30, 2010

To the McErlean Family, Sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

January 30, 2010

Dear Sr. Katie,
I am sorry for your loss. I will pray for your family.

Sincerly,

Robert Hamilton

Ralph Bartolomeo

January 29, 2010

Hello Joe,
I am very sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. The pain is terrible I know. My Mom died in 1993 and it still hurts to think about her. I know one day we will see them again, because you know they are just away.
Please give my thoughts to your family.

Sincerly
Ralph Bartolomeo

January 29, 2010

To the McErlean Family,

We are sorry to hear of the loss of your wonderful mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Theresa and family.

julia mcerlean

January 29, 2010

dear grandmom helen,bye bye i will miss you,loveJulia

John & Linda Cavalieri

January 29, 2010

Ed and Pat, so sorry to hear about you mother's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.

carol DiMatteo

January 29, 2010

Although I didn't know your mother I do know her daughter Sister Kate. I'm so very sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to the entire family at their loss of their mother. I will remember her in my prayer.

Tony Marchegiano

January 29, 2010

Although I did not get to know Helen first hand, I do know her two sons Patrick and Edward and I can see in them her wonderful qualities that have been passed on. She raised a beautiful family. My condolences to the whole McErlean family in this time of sorrow. Helen will be in my prayers and thoughts.

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