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Helen Cora Obituary
Helen was born in Youngstown on July 16, 1959. Her parents, Emery and Allie Dutton, died young, and at an early age Helen experienced a lot of transition. Despite these challenges, Helen endured. She married and welcomed her three children by the age of 21. She was a loving mother. Later in life she spent a great deal of time with her grandchildren, whom she adored.
She lived in the Youngstown area most of her life. She loved going to Craig Beach, soap operas, the Steelers, having fun "Dutton-style," her cat, Penny, and games like bowling, volleyball, and gambling of all sorts. Although not Italian, Helen took pride in making very good Italian food and was known for her "Aunt Helen sauce."
Helen was preceded in death by brother Buddy (Mary), brother Bobby (Maria), sister Carolyn (Eddie), brother Billy (Sarah), and brother Kenny (Allie). She is survived by brother Johnny (Patty), daughter Erika (Randy), son Joe (Maggie), son Rob (Jodie), ex-husband Joe, and grandchildren Robbie, Belle, and Ariel.
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Ellen Fornear
February 2, 2025
I'm so sorry to hear of Helen Raye's passing. I remember the great times on the east side and her bringing those pizzas!! I often wondered whatever happened to her. I wish I had known she lived so close to us. God bless you Helen Raye, you were a lot of fun!
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