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Helen McElroy Obituary

McElroy, Helen Elizabeth 90, died peacefully September 29, 2018 at Three Pillars Masonic Home in Dousman, WI. A great cook and hostess, Helen enjoyed playing cards or other games of skill, was a talented artist and singer, avid reader, tireless volunteer, and accomplished secretary. Helen and her husband of 63 years, Wally McElroy, spent their working years in Newark OH, retirement in Englewood, FL, and senior years at Three Pillars where they thoroughly enjoyed their extended "vacation," new friends, and caring staff. Preceded in death by her husband; Helen is survived by children: Lin (Paul Hess) and Dan (Jill), granddaughters: Xan (Chris Sprouse), Molly (Dan Kroemer), and Kelly (Peter Fleming), four great-grandchildren, cousins, nieces, and nephews. A private ceremony will be held for Helen's inurnment at Arlington National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers/donations, please enjoy a great meal in Helen's memory. Family contacts are [email protected] or [email protected].

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Oct. 3, 2018.

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Laurel and Ken Freund

October 13, 2018

When we moved to Englewood, FL, in 2003 we became the very fortunate next-door neighbors to Wally and Helen. Such darling people and we have truly missed them since they returned to Wisconsin several years ago. In the meantime, we have gentle memories of both and we know that being together again is where they would want to be. We send our wishes for peace to Wally and Helen's family, knowing that while they will deeply miss them, they will be sustained by decades of love and joyful memories.

October 8, 2018

Psalm 90:10 says that the days of our years are 70 years, And if because of special mightiness they are 80 years.
May the memories of the wonderful times you shared together bring a smile and joy in your heart.

Tom Baldeschwiler

October 4, 2018

Lin and Dan,
I extend my very sincere prayers and thoughts of condolence to you both at this time of sorrow for the passing of your Mom from this earth. I have many fond memories of Helen and Wally from the neighborhood, and I admired and respected them both from an early age, along with Bill and Grace Lebold. I often thought of them through my years in the Navy, as well as over the years after they retired and moved away. Your Mom and Dad will now both warmly remain in my thoughts always.

Wally Mclaughlin

October 4, 2018

Wally McElroy was my shift Sgt. at Newark P.D.One of the finest men I ever knew. I met Helen a few times. A great lady. My condolences to the family.

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