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Helen Friloux Helm

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Helen Helm Obituary

Name: Visitation for Helen Friloux Helm
Start: 2019-12-27T16:00:00.000Z
Location: St. Leo the Great Catholic Church

Helen Friloux Helm, 102, passed away at her home on December 22, 2019. Her loving parents were Edward Eloi Friloux "papa", and Ella Prenderville Friloux "mama". She is survived by her two sons, Boyd Edward Helm MD (Barbara) and Michael James Helm MD (Pat); grandchildren, Shannon Helm Hanaiki PsyD (Bryan), Boyd Michael Helm MD (Adrianne), Eric Helm JD (Bridget), Brendan Helm MBA (Tina), Mollie Helm, Ryan Helm MD (Emily), Lauren Helm Shepherd LCSW (Joaquin); and numerous great grandchildren. Helen was a devoted and extremely loved second grade teacher for 34 years at Saint Leo the great Catholic school in New Orleans. One of the most special parts of her teaching was the preparation of well over 1000 children for First Reconciliation and First Holy Communion. Because of this, when she entered heaven, there was an honor guard of over 1000 of the children's grateful guardian angels to meet Helen and to escort her to her Jesus. Also during her time at Saint Leo, she served as a minister of the Eucharist. In recognition of her leadership and dedicated service to the church, in her parish, and throughout the archdiocese she was awarded the Order of St. Louis Medal. When Helen's mother became ill, she retired from teaching to give full care to her mother. When her mother passed away, Sister Isabell 0P asked Helen to work at the motherhouse of Helen's greatly loved Dominican sisters. After working there 10 years, she reluctantly left her beloved nuns and her beloved city of New Orleans when she moved to Baton Rouge at age 82. She spent her final years being lovingly cared for by her two sons. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Funeral Mass at St. Leo the Great Catholic Church, 2916 Paris Ave., New Orleans, at 12:00 p.m. on Friday, December 27, 2019 with visitation beginning at 10:00 a.m. A graveside service will follow the Mass at Metairie Cemetery, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd., New Orleans. The family invites you to share your thoughts, fond memories, and condolences online at www.lakelawnmetairie.com.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Dec. 24 to Dec. 27, 2019.

Memories and Condolences
for Helen Helm

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16 Entries

Nataleigh helm

November 5, 2024

My dear grandmother although i was in kindergarten when you died and i dont remember much i will always remember your joy at an old age.

lois shofstahl

December 21, 2020

She was a lovely woman inside and out. She loved her sons and through that nurturing she produced two doctors doctors for the world.

BOYD Edward Helm

January 19, 2020

I thank all who have sent their sympathy.

I miss you, SO MUCH, my and our dear Mother!

You(and Mama) have given your whole life for us.

I love you, eternally.

As you have said, "ALL for one, ONE for all"

Your son, BOYD

Rachel Kirkwood

January 2, 2020

Dr. Boyd Helm and Family, On behalf of the Kirkwood family, we wish to extend our condolences to you and your family in the loss of your beloved mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time as you celebrate her life here on earth, as well as the wonderful Celebration that awaits her in Heaven. God comfort you and give you Peace.

January 2, 2020

Michael,
Your mother taught me in 2nd grade at St. Leo (1956-57). I recall she had unlimited patience with her students. I remember seeing you at JESUIT. I graduated in 1967. I will always remember her!!

GOD BLESS
LEO LAY, JR.

Beverly Carnes

December 29, 2019

Dr. Boyd Helm & Family, my deepest sympathies & prayers for your family during this time.

Lois Berrigan/Shofstahl

December 27, 2019

Boyd, my mom and yours were friends when we attended St. Leo. I am sure your family is deeply feeling the loss of such a strong and loving woman.

Cheryl & Dave Martinez

December 26, 2019

Miss Helen was a friend and inspiration to our mother, Jeanette Stephens, when she first went into Ollie Steele. She was a true character, and our prayers are with the family (especially Dr. Boyd) now and always. I know she was greatly loved.

Michelle Carriere

December 26, 2019

Boyd, she was a very special lady. Wish I could've known her much longer based on her lovely obituary. It always made my day when we were able to sit together at mass and I particularly enjoyed the several meals we shared together after mass. She will be greatly missed here on Earth, but she and the Angels are celebrating together in heaven! Love, Michelle Carriere

Melinda Galloway

December 26, 2019

Dear Dr. Helm and family, my sincerest condolences and prayers go out to you on the passing of your dear mother/grandmother. May you be comforted by your cherished memories of her and enjoy the rich legacy she left to all of you. God Bless.

December 25, 2019

Dr. helm

I am so sorry for the loss of your Mother.
Jessie Thompsonee

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Sent Flowers

December 25, 2019

Sending my condolences to the Helm Family. Helen touched my heart in many ways with her love and friendship. We had some good times together. I will never forget her wonderful wit and sense of humor. She was a great example of Gods love to all who knew her. I will forever remember her.
Lynn Elks

December 25, 2019

December 25, 2019
Michael,
Sorry for your loss! She was a beautiful lady inside and out. She was my second grade teacher at St Leo.
I'm sure that you will be comforted by the many beautiful memories.
Judy Green Moody

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