Helen Elizabeth Widdifield

Helen E. Widdifield, 98, of Curtis, NE, formerly of Ogallala, NE and Denver, Colorado, passed away on Sunday, July 21, 2024, at Great Plains Hospital in North Platte, NE.

Helen was born December 30, 1925, to Andrew and Elizabeth (Wiesner) Schaadt, at Akron, Ohio. Helen spent most of her life in Colorado and was blessed with four sons. Helen loved to travel and volunteer her time. She frequently visited women's prisons, helping them to cope and move forward. Helen always had a servant's heart and passion for being a guiding light to others in a time of need or struggle.

Helen was also highly active in her church throughout her life. She was an integral and contributing member of the congregation. She spent many hours and days volunteering her time at the Salvation Army, further demonstrating her desire to do her part in helping the less fortunate, not to mention the frigid cold days where Helen could be found ringing the donation bell, a dedicated advocate for those who could benefit from these donations.

Vivacious, good spirited, and welcoming are all words to describe Helen and she had an enthusiastic sense of humor. She opened her home in Colorado and heart to students and folks who were in the process of immigrating to the U.S. from Russia, and even China. She had a strong will and was active throughout her eighty's, notably making numerous trips in her stick shift car across the United States on her own to visit family and friends. Helen will be remembered for being spontaneous, kind-hearted, modest, humble, and gracious and has been a true inspiration to her family and friends.

Left to cherish her memory are sons Eric (Diana) Hartsough of Colorado and Rex (Mary Ann) Hartsough of Nebraska, as well as numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that you donate to the charity of your choosing in Helen's name. A private family service will be held later to celebrate Helen's life.

Online Condolences may be left for the family at prairiehillsfuneralhome.com.