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Helen D. Graham

1920 - 2008

BORN

1920

DIED

2008

Helen Graham Obituary

Helen D. Graham, 87, a resident of Cumberland Crossings, Carlisle, formerly of Seven Lakes, N.C., was called to the Lord on Wednesday, May 21, 2008.

Helen was born on July 18, 1920, in Chester, Delaware County.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 52 years, George C. Graham, and her companion, Charles E. Rabenstine.

Helen was a graduate of Pierce Business School in Philadelphia, and worked as an executive secretary at Nash Motors of Philadelphia and General Mills. Later, Mrs. Graham worked as a legal secretary at Stage and Stage in Warwick, N.Y.

Helen belonged to St. Paul's Lutheran Church of Carlisle, was an avid golfer and a bridge enthusiast.

Surviving are her daughters, Susan G. McLeod of Middletown, N.Y., Wendy Graham (and her husband, Thomas) Bartol of Carlsbad, Calif., and Norma J. Ocker (and her husband, Alan) of Carlisle; two sons, George C. and Alan Graham; a grandson, U.S. Army Capt. Courtland McLeod, (his wife, Jovan) and daughters Jada and Niyah and grandson, McKenzie McLeod, (his wife, Tiffany) and their son, McKenzie.

Memorial services will be held at the convenience of the family at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Asera Care Hospice, 75 S. Houcks Road, Harrisburg, PA 17105; St Paul's Lutheran Church, 201 W. Louther St., Carlisle, PA 17013; or to the charity of donor's choice.

Arrangements are entrusted to Auer Memorial Home and Cremation Services, Harrisburg.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Carlisle Sentinel from May 24 to May 25, 2008.

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Vickie Keefer

June 11, 2008

Helen , You always had a smile on your face and fuzzy little slippers on your feet. All the times you rode my bus and the little talks we use to have always lightend up my day. You will be dearly missed by me.Your Cumberland Crossings Bus Driver

Sharon Miller

May 25, 2008

Helen was a delightful, spunky fun-filled woman who lived life to it's fullest. It was a joy to know her. She will be missed by many. My thoughts and prayers go to all her family and friends, but we can find comfort in knowing that she is Home with Her Lord.

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