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Mom, Charlie & Joe
Joyce Egan
January 9, 2014

Mom and Dad
January 9, 2014

Will miss you, Helen!
Karen Anderson
January 4, 2014
I was so sorry to hear about Helen's passing. She was a great lady. I loved her dearly. As one of her neighbor's, I would go over and talk to her often. A lot of times, Helen would give great advice. I look over at her place and I just feel like crying, because she was truly an amazing woman. God bless you Helen. I know I will see you again someday. Love, Karen (And Jeff,Tyler)

Wedding Day in Auburn Maine
Joyce Egan
January 1, 2014
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December 28, 2013
We were very sorry to hear of Helen's passing.  Being in her presence was always a delight.  We will always remember her with a smile.
Kathy & Tom Olsen
Lee Herbold
December 18, 2013
I will miss seeing Helen at the mail box and having a chat. She really cared about our community and spoke up at our Home Owner's Association meetings. No one can take her place. We all miss her and share stories. I know she was greeted in Heaven by God and her loved ones. Rest in peace, Helen.
Cherie Egan
December 18, 2013
I'd never really known what spunk was until I met Helen. Amazing woman! May memories sustain you in your loss!
Cherie
December 18, 2013
I was so sorry to hear of Helen's passing.  I will miss our visits so much.  Helen, my Mom and I traveled together and Helen and I worked together, also.  I have wonderful memories of our travels.  My Mom met Helen first on a trip and immediately recognized that state of Maine accent and they were friends ever since.  Helen and I met later when she and my Mom and I went to the Netherlands.  We had such a fun time on that trip. She was wonderful and funny and direct in a good way.  
With sincere sympathy to Helen's beloved family,
Melody Gilfillan
December 17, 2013
May memories and peace comfort you in this time of need. God sees your suffering and will comfort you now and always.
Gail Murchison Sumner
December 17, 2013
Aunt Helen you certainly will be missed. I enjoyed all the phone conversations and the visits made to Seattle to see you. May you rest in peace with your family that has gone before.
Brian and Becky Harvey
December 16, 2013
Helen and Art were dear friends of my parents and I have many great memories of them both and of Helen after we lost Art. She was truly an amazing woman and we treasured every moment we spent with her. Our heartfelt condolences to all the family and may God comfort you.
Marnie Gostkowski
December 16, 2013
Helen will always be in our hearts. She left us too soon, but God must have a different plan.
 
We'll treasure our memories of her; they were all good ones :)
John
December 16, 2013
With deepest sympathy to the family during your time of grief...God is for you a refuge and strength, A help that is there to be found during difficult times...May God provide you with peace and comfort to endure the days ahead.
Mary Lee LaFave
December 15, 2013
Glad to have been able to say hello to Helen at Aldercrest. I always enjoyed talking with Helen. We worked together in Food service for many years.
Yvonne Shimek
December 15, 2013
My condolences to your family. While working for Dr McGee, I had the privilege of caring Art and Helen. As I was doing her lab work, I had many wonderful conversations with Helen . We shared our travel experiences and life in general. She was special to me and I will miss her.
Jane Caron
December 15, 2013
Love to you in heaven. Janie. Xo
Susan Streich
December 14, 2013
How I'll miss sitting at Auntie's kitchen table, chatting about memories of Maine and all of her stories. She taught me to be confident and proud of who I am. She taught us all what it means to be a Tardiff. Love you Auntie. Until we meet again in heaven someday.
December 14, 2013
Helen was a special person and a 2nd Mom to me. We will miss her wit, wisdom and love. Her zest for life was and will remain an inspiration to all. My family and I will cherish our memories of sharing her life.
Love Shannon and Steve Cotterill

Mom was an incredibly resourceful woman, always ready to do what was necessary. I'm missing her so much.
Joyce Egan
December 14, 2013
December 13, 2013
Dearest Helen..you will be missed! I am thankful I shared the big secret of my life..Thank you for your love throughout my childhood.You were so loved! I know Jesus has met you with open arms!
Lynda Bloeser
December 13, 2013
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal.
I love you Mommy.
Sarah Musgrave
December 13, 2013
Great aunt Helen, 
I am going to miss sending you pictures.  I am going to miss your thoughts and inspiring words. I am going to miss you. I hope you will see your sister Lillian and share with her how much I miss and love her. Share everything with her. Your passing has brought back so many feelings of when my grandmother passed.  Thank you for blessing this world with who you were.  Thank you Aunt Helen.
Walt and Grace Schiller
December 13, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
December 13, 2013
So many memories and all good. From the time I was about 4. She was a great lady and helped in my upbringing too. Lovely and decent. I will miss her.
Carolyn Gutierrez
December 12, 2013
"I know for certain that we never lose the people we love, even to death. They continue to participate in every act, thought and decision we make. Their love leaves an indelible imprint in our memories. We find comfort in knowing that our lives have been enriched by having shared their love." ~ Leo Buscaglia
Helen was blessed with a great sense of independence, honesty, integrity and resourcefulness. She was an excellent cook and enjoyed preparing delicious healthy meals and yummy treats (best peanut brittle in the Universe) for her family and friends. In her younger years, she was very creative in sewing and other crafts; an interest that has provided inspiration and influence to her children and grandchildren. She had a sense of adventure (but, not danger) and loved to travel, whether camping or touring far away lands. Those qualities, along with her sharp wit, wisdom  and sense of humor were a part of what made her so special, and some of the things that we will miss.
Love you always, Gramma.

Mom & Dad
Joyce Egan
December 12, 2013
Mom will be laid to rest beside Dad. Family and friends are invited to the graveside and may bring a flower to place in her grave, a story to share, a prayer, or just be welcome to join us. We will be there at 11:00 am on January 10, which is the anniversary of their wedding day. Together again forever.
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