Helen Mae Magnus

Helen Mae Magnus obituary

Helen Mae Magnus

Helen Magnus Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Jansen Family Funeral Home & Cremation Services on Aug. 23, 2025.

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Helen Mae Magnus (Davison), age 99, of Columbiaville, Michigan (Bradenton Fl), passed away peacefully on August 22, 2025. Helen was born on March 17, 1926. She is survived by her daughter, Diane Bennett (Jim). She is also survived by her grandchildren, James (Lindsay), Cassie, and Kenny (Amber), and her great-grandchildren, Cassie (Nate), Tallon, Trinity, Maddie, Alex, Isaac, Benjamin, Avery, and Jasper.

Helen was preceded in death by her husband, Ken Magnus; her infant son James; her son, Darwin (Diane); and her granddaughter, Raedene Bennett (Cole).

Helen and her husband enjoyed living in Florida during the winter months and spending their summer months in their cabin on the river in Gladwin, MI. In Florida, Helen enjoyed riding her bike and walking in the park. She also enjoyed ringing the bell at the swing with her friends and going out for lunch.

A funeral service will be held at Jansen Family Funeral Home-Columbiaville on Tuesday, August 26, 2025, 1:00 PM. where family and friends may visit 11:00 AM till time of service. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Gentiva Hospice Services.

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Pat Bailey

August 23, 2025

We will miss Helen! She was a wonderful woman, a friend to all who knew herGod has received an angel, may her family find peace in this time of sorrow. Love to all, Pat and Chuck Bailey

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