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Lynn Anna Angel Helsel
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Lynn is survived by her beloved husband, Don Helsel, her daughter Jessica (Jason) Zook, her son Dustin Helsel, and her cherished granddaughter who was her right arm. She is also survived by her sisters, Marsha Smegal and Darlene Sparks.
Lynn attended Medina High School and had a passion for her community. She was a dog lover, enjoyed bowling, and had a knack for finding the best deals while shopping. Lynn's faith was important to her, and she worshipped at Bay Chapel.
A Celebration of Life service will be held on Saturday, November 18th, from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, located at 3712 West El Prado Blvd., Tampa, Florida, 33629.
In memory of Lynn Helsel, contributions can be made to www.MeadowsTurkeyBowl.com.
Lynn will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her. Her kindness, love, and joyful spirit will forever be remembered and cherished.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Jeff Bailey
February 4, 2024
Lynn was my neighbor. She would always say hi to me when I was out for a walk. She was always happy and positive. They say we live on in the memories of those we leave behind. I will remember Lynn everyday I walk past her house.
Sara Rao
November 17, 2023
Dear Don,
I´m so sad and sorry to hear of dear Lynn´s passing. I´m so glad to have come to the USA in May and had the opportunity to visit with Lynn. My fondest memories of Lynn will always be her sweet nature of caring, showing compassion and thoughtfulness to me. Her small acts of kindness included leaving random gifts by my doorstep, giving me flowers and plants but most of all, always being kind and loving anytime our paths crossed. My friend and your past neighbor, Nagu was also touched by Lynn´s concern and kindness to help when she fell ill. Nagu´s family were so touched by Lynn´s actions.
We don´t ever know who crosses our paths in life. I´m so glad I had a friend in Lynn and got to know her so well. Please be strong and take care of yourselves. She is no longer in pain and suffering and is in God´s care. My deepest condolences to you and your children.
Love, Sara
Michele Schielka
November 17, 2023
I met Lynn at a women´s event a couple of years ago. It was an instant connection. From the git go, her faith and walk with God challenged me. As I got to know her, I found her to be genuinely hospitable. She welcomed me into her heart and home without hesitation or pretense. She is one of the strongest people I know. For me, she´s the definition of the words grit and determination. We have a number of things in common among them our love for small dogs, gardening and most importantly, our faith in Jesus. As a woman of faith with she drew from a deep well of relationship with Father God. I was blessed to be able to hear her teach a couple of times and it was life giving and challenging. I admire and respect her and miss her already.
I hope to continue provide the friendship and strong support to her family that I know without a doubt she would show my family if I had graduated to heaven before her.
Cindy Clark
November 17, 2023
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Cindy Clark
November 17, 2023
Cindy Clark
November 17, 2023
Lynn was a precious part of my life for two years. She came into our women´s Bible study confident of her faith. She was bold, transparent, and wise. She often shared hurt that others would both be blessed by her testimony and be empowered to share their own. She knew her future was secure and she was not afraid. She was also the matriarch who hosted Thanksgiving and encourage family to move in, despite her own challenges. Her faith was a result of the work that she had done and she was a wonderful mentor and encouragement to others. She is gone from our circle but will not be forgotten.
Lou Tharayil
November 17, 2023
Lynn is my good neighbor whom me and my wife will miss . I've noticed that she's always got a smile on her face, and it's truly impressive how she maintains such a positive attitude, even when she's not feeling her best. Her faith and positivity are truly inspiring. It's a reminder to us all that a positive mindset can make a world of difference.
Donna Hires
November 17, 2023
How grateful we are to the Lord for bringing Lynn and her family into our lives. What an amazing woman! A true woman of faith and trust! A woman who love Jesus and loved the Word of God! She truly was loved by all who knew her.
Diana(Kemp) Sutton
November 15, 2023
Have many fond memories of Lynn and her family at our yearly family reunions. Sending love and hugs to family. Diana Kemp (Sutton)
Shanthala Narasimha
November 14, 2023
Lynn was a lovely person, she was my aunt´s neighbor, always smiling & such a warm person, whatever she put her mind to, she completed it flawlessly, May the lord give her family to bear the loss, prayers for her soul to rest in peace, Om Shanthi
Theresa Johnson
November 13, 2023
Lynn and I met at Bible study. She always had a smile on her face and was always kind.
Shelley Simmons
November 13, 2023
Although I didn´t know Lynn well, she really touched my heart. We met in a small group Bible study and she welcomed me right in. She always had a kind, encouraging word, a thoughtful response and made you feel like a close friend. She will be missed here on earth, but I know she is rejoicing in Heaven! Praying for the family and sending hugs.
Heather Devenbeck
November 13, 2023
I didn´t know Lynn well but i met her at Bible study. Throughout her struggles her faith shone through vividly and she was always positive. You could tell she loved the Lord with all her heart. It was a blessing to meet her.
Karen Stanek
November 12, 2023
She was always so bubbly and always a smile, she will be missed, Karen Stanek
Linda Rupnow
November 12, 2023
Her smile and happy-go-lucky approach to everything she did and said. I remember being at an overnight bowling tournament with Lynn and the girls and Lynn helped a young lady who seemed in distress to find her way back to her hotel room and made SURE the young lady was safe. Lynn was very caring and would help anyone that needed. RIP my friend. This world lost an angel .
Amber Coleman
November 11, 2023
Lynn was my high school bowling coach. I was a pain in her butt and she was pretty good at setting me straight. She was my first and favorite coach. Her passion for bowling and faith were a blessing to me. I will miss laughing with her when I hang out at her house.
Tara Bertic
November 11, 2023
Bowling alleys, Adventure Island, and campgrounds.
Tara Bertic
November 11, 2023
Floating around the lazy river at Adventure Island.
Tara Bertic
November 11, 2023
Women of Joy retreats, Sautee Nacoochie, GA mission trip, state bowling tournaments, homeschooling our kids.
Tara Bertic
November 11, 2023
She could make the best lemonade out of some of life´s worst lemons. She was always smiling and no task was too big for her...whether it was planning the food for a brunch of 300 women, loving on children on a mission trip in Haiti, or hanging Christmas lights for an entire community. She was amazing.
Tara Bertic
November 11, 2023
When she came to the hospital to see my son during his 5-day EEG and she put a stocking and gauze on her head so he would not feel left out.
Tara Bertic
November 11, 2023
Sitting on the other end of her couch during her chemo days and just talking for hours...
Tara Bertic
November 11, 2023
One of my favorite memories with Lynn was sitting on the bed in a timeshare in Cape Coral going through a jar of 50 reasons I loved her as a friend that I made her for her 50th birthday. We were laughing so hard we were in tears.
Tara Bertic
November 11, 2023
I met Lynn at University Lanes when my son started bowling there and she was the youth coach.
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