Helen Croxford

Helen Croxford obituary, Woodstock, ON

Helen Croxford

Helen Croxford Obituary

Published by Legacy on Jun. 15, 2023.
CROXFORD - Helen passed away peacefully on Monday, June 12, 2023 in Woodstock at the age of 81. Beloved wife of the late William Croxford. Predeceased by her parents Joseph Frank Rosta and Christina Csincsik and her sister Mary Gibbs -Therrien. Dear sister-in-law of Criscentia Dunbar, Fred Croxford, and Mary-Alice Purdaugh. Loving Aunt to Wright, Chris, Michelle, Theresa, Tiffany, Brittany, Joshua, Jarrad, and Rachel. Fondly remembered by many great nieces and nephews, extended family and friends.
Helen lived her entire life in Woodstock where she dedicated many years to community service. Helen was devout in her faith, and was a longtime member of the Catholic Women's League and Legion of Mary. Family and friends meant everything to her. Auntie Helen was exceptionally kind and generous, and she will be profoundly missed.
Visitation will be held at Holy Trinity Catholic Parish, 1420 Devonshire Ave, Woodstock, on Saturday June 17, 2023 between 10:00– 10:45 am followed by a funeral mass at 11:00 am. There will be a reception immediately following the mass in the Parish Life Centre. Interment will take place at 2:00 pm at St. Mary's Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Helen's memory may be made to a charity of your choice. Personal condolences may be sent at www.smithleroy.com

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