Patricia Helfer Obituary
Monday March 24, 2025
Predeceased by her husband, James R. Helfer. Son, Philip J. Walsh.
Survived by her son, John D. Walsh. Stepsons, James (Betsy) Helfer, Jeffrey (Karen) Helfer. Daughter-in-law, Laurie Walsh. Sisters, Doreen Smethurst, Paula (Chris) Sophoclides. Grandchildren, Andrew, Matthew and Heather Walsh. Several nieces, nephews, dear friends.
Patricia was a caring and giving woman. She was born in Blackburn, United Kingdom coming to the United States in 1980's. She was a successful hairdresser and wonderful wife, mother and grandmother. She will be sadly missed by all that knew her.
The family will receive friends 4-6pm Friday April 4, 2025 at New Comer Cremations and Funerals, 6 Empire Blvd. (corner of Culver Rd.) Patricia will be laid to rest next to her Husband James R. Helfer in Bath National Cemetery in a private service.
In lieu of flowers, friends may make contributions to Lifespan in memory of Patricia. To sign her guest book scroll to the bottom of this obituary.
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