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Helen McDowell Obituary
CUYAHOGA FALLS -- Helen Marie McDowell (Mullin) died peacefully in her home on October 2, 2014 surrounded by her family.
She was born on February 7, 1954 in Greenville, Mississippi to the late Joseph and Terese Mullin Sr. A longtime area resident, Helen was a devoted wife and mother, dedicated to her Catholic faith, and proudly served her country for eight years as a U.S. woman Marine.
In addition to her parents; Helen was preceded in death by her brother, George; and her niece, Alexandria. She is survived by her husband of 22 years, Kurt; her children, Erik (Diana) McDowell of Stow, Angelita (Keith) Hood of Mentor, Gennine (Matthew) Null of Wadsworth, and Anthony Hehr of Cuyahoga Falls; grandchildren, John, Lee, Katelyn, Krista, Terese, Kurt, Gabriel, Charlie, and Liam. She also leaves behind 11 siblings; and many beloved nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends on Sunday, from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Anthony Funeral Home MCGOWAN-REID & SANTOS CHAPEL 247 Stow Ave. (at 3rd. St., one block north of Portage Trail) in Cuyahoga Falls, where a rosary will be said at 5:30 p.m. A Requiem High Mass will be celebrated on Monday, 10:30 am at the Immaculate Heart of Mary Chapel, 2935 Chenoweth Rd., Akron, OH 44312. Interment will follow at All Saints Cemetery in Northfield. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to any pro-life organization, Stewart's Caring Place, 2955 W. Market St., Fairlawn, OH 44333, or to Wags for Warriors, P.O. BOX 41191 Brecksville, OH 44141. Anthony Funeral Homes, CUYAHOGA FALLS, 330-928-1313, anthonyfh.com
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Chris McWilliams
September 28, 2019
Hellen, I wouldnt wish you back from Heaven, but I miss you a lot. Please pray for the. Church here in earth, its getting more messed up every day, as is the world. I will assist at your Mass on Oct. 6 and always think of you with love. Your Holiday cake was the bomb!
Gennine Null
October 20, 2014
I love you Mom! Before you know it, we shall meet again!! Say hello to grandma and grandpa for me. Give Georgie and Alli a hug!!
Tim, Noreen & sons Ashley
October 5, 2014
Our family loved Helen. We know that she had a special place in her heart for our Brad, because of her brother Georgie. She will be missed. What a wonderful, faithful, Christian woman. She loved her family and talked about them all the time. Kurt, Helen couldn't have asked for a more caring husband. You were there for her until the end.
Goodbye, sweet Helen, until we meet again.
Your family is in our prayers,
Mary Broussard
October 5, 2014
Sincere sympathy to the family from Helen's sister Marines in the Women Marines Association. "If the Army and the Navy ever look on Heaven's scenes, they will find the streets are guarded by United States Marines." (Third stanza of the Marines Hymn) Know your beloved Marine has left this life and is proudly standing her new post in Heaven's detachment. Semper Fi Helen. Mary Broussard, WMA National Chaplain
October 5, 2014
On behalf of the Chesty Puller Detachment, Marine Corps League, Akron, we wish to express our condolences to the family and our prayers for our fellow Marine, Helen. Semper Fi. Chaplain
Paulette Wells
October 5, 2014
My deepest sympathy to Helen's family. May God hold you all a little closer during this time of sorrow. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
She Served
Donna Perdue
October 5, 2014
Farewell dear Helen! Your strength, smile and grace will not soon be forgotten. Semper Fidelis, Marine! See in formation on the other side!
Jenny Jenkins
October 5, 2014
Marine's Prayer
Almighty Father, whose command is over all and whose love never fails, make me aware of Thy presence and obedient to Thy will. Keep me true to my best self, guarding me against dishonesty in purpose and deed and helping me to live so that I can face my fellow Marines, my loved ones and Thee without shame or fear. Protect my family. Give me the will to do the work of a Marine and to accept my share of responsibilities with vigor and enthusiasm. Grant me the courage to be proficient in my daily performance. Keep me loyal and faithful to my superiors and to the duties my country and the Marine Corps have entrusted to me. Make me considerate of those committed to my leadership. Help me to wear my uniform with dignity, and let it remind me daily of the traditions which I must uphold.
If I am inclined to doubt, steady my faith; if I am tempted, make me strong to resist; if I should miss the mark, give me courage to try again.
Guide me with the light of truth and grant me wisdom by which I may understand the answer to my prayer.
Amen.
Semper Fi and rest in peace, Helen, knowing that you were a faithful servant to God, country and our Corps.
October 5, 2014
Sending our sympathy and all our Love
Ted Sledziona and family
Bill and Nancy Oser
October 4, 2014
Thinking of you Gennine. We know how much you will be missing your Mom. It will get easier but she will always be in your thoughts and that's the way it should be. Love Nancy and Bill Oser
Betty Cannon
October 4, 2014
I send my condolences to the family and now she is guarding Heavens gates. She was a wonderful women and I send my prayers to Ohio-2 WMA youhave lost a wonderful Marine. Semper Fi Betty Cannon
Karen Molden
October 4, 2014
Kurt, we are so sorry for your loss. Can't imagine what you must be going through. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Much love Steve & Karen Molden
Christine McWilliams
October 4, 2014
She was more than a faithful traditional Catholic. She was generous in all ways and loved her Church family. Her love for Kurt and her children and grand children was boundless. Helen was everything a friend could wish. Her prayer partners will miss her physical presence , but have confidence that she will join her prayers with ours whenever we gather. We will make a pilgrimage to St. Patrick's in Columbus to. The Shrine of Blessed Margaret, Little Margaret, and pray there and daily for the repose of her soul and the consolation of her family. Kurt, especially. You were a real trouper thru all this!
Patty and Dave Krakauskas
October 4, 2014
Sorry for your loss, will donate to wags for warriors.
Elva Pounders
October 4, 2014
Once a Marine, Always a Marine. Helen was proud to be A Woman Marine and she will be missed We are sorry for her loss.
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