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Hilton - Helen M. Tracey passed away on August 18, 2025 at the age of 89.
Born in Manchester, England, Helen came to the United States at the age of 32 to build her life and family in America. She was predeceased by her parents, Edward and Ellen Fitzpatrick; her brothers, Francis and Kevin Fitzpatrick; her sister, Patricia Humphreys; and her husband, Desmond Tracey.
Helen is survived by her loving companion, Jon Bartlett; her children, Christine (Robert) Baker, Lynne (Brian) Friday, and Joanne (Steve) Penny; her cherished grandchildren, Aubrey Potter, Amanda Friday, Emily Friday, Shannon (Coleman) Glasgow, Kelly (Jarrod) Miracle, Joe Wilkens, and Jared (Colleen) Wilkens; and her nine great-grandchildren who were the light of her life, along with many nieces and nephews; and Jon Bartlett's children.
Helen enjoyed many hobbies throughout her life, including golf, knitting, crocheting, and sewing. She lovingly knitted countless hats, which she donated to cancer patients as a way of sharing her talent to comfort others. She found joy in simple pleasures-traveling to the Florida Panhandle, visiting the Village Diner where she loved both the people and the soup, and spending time with friends and family.
A private Graveside Service will be held at the convenience of the family in Parma Union Cemetery. A Celebration of Helen's Life will be held 11:30 am - 1:30 pm on Thursday, August 28th at Foster's Restaurant, 50 Canning Street in Hilton for family and friends.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Helen's memory to the The Sally Edelman and Harry Gardner Cancer Research Foundation, PO Box 97, Hilton, NY 14468. To donate online click on the charity name.
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