Helen Ann Yorke

Helen Ann Yorke obituary, Orange City, FL

Helen Ann Yorke

Helen Yorke Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Allen-Summerhill Funeral Home & Crematory - DeLand on Oct. 16, 2025.

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Helen Ann Yorke, 78, was born on May 26, 1947 and went home to the Lord on October 15, 2025. Helen was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. She enjoyed creating stained glass art, cooking, reading, dancing to music, and spending time with her family. Helen was a selfless woman who often spent her time helping others, she loved giving back in any way she could. Helen's beautiful smile and laughter was contagious, touching anyone she came in contact with. She will always be a part of our hearts and our guardian angel. She is preceded in death by her parents, Timothy and Helen Whelan. Survivors include her husband Robert N. Yorke Sr., son Robert N. Yorke Jr., daughter Cheryl M. Dunning, and granddaughters Elle A. Dunning and Maya M. Dunning.
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