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Helen Tobin Obituary
The daughter of the late George and Nellie Kingston Dunn, she was born December 11, 1920 in Buffalo, N.Y. She was the widow of John Tobin, who predeceased her in 1963.
Helen was an honorary member of Bloomingburg Fire Co. Ladies Auxiliary.
Helen's family would like to extend their gratitude to the staff at Middletown Park Manor for all the loving care they gave her.
Survivors include her children: Julia Altiro of Ohio, John Tobin and his wife, Ann of Burlingham, N.Y., and William Tobin of the state of Florida, as well as her grandchildren: Paul Burckard, Michelle Rahwan, Rick Altiro, Kim Forseth and John and Bill Tobin; eight great-grandchildren; her sister-in-law, Joan Dunn, and many nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her brothers: Vincent, George, William and Raymond Dunn.
Visitation hours will be held from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. on Friday, November 23, 2007 at the Ralston-Lippincott-Hasbrouck-Ingrassia Funeral Home, Inc., 72 W. Main St., Middletown, NY 10940.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, November 24, at St. Joseph's R.C. Church in Middletown, N.Y. Burial will be in St. Joseph Cemetery in Middletown, N.Y.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in her name to the American Cancer Society, 419 E. Main St., Suite 307B, Middletown, NY 10940.
Arrangements are by Ralston-Lippincott-Hasbrouck-Ingrassia Funeral Home, Inc.; 845-343-6023.
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Memories and Condolences
for Helen Tobin
Ken Youngblood
November 26, 2007
Julie and boys
Your mom had broad shoulders matched only by her smile. She had an easy way of letting you know how to get on the right side of life. Her personality filled the room with light.
Chuck and Dee Green
November 24, 2007
Dear Family,
It's difficult to know what to say just now, except that you're thought of in sympathy and friendship.
Sincerely, Chuck and Dee Green
James Handford
November 23, 2007
John, We are presently out of the area and unable to personally relay our sympathy for the loss of your mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow.
Jim and Linda Handford, Wurtsboro
Kimberly Godduhn
November 23, 2007
My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Joe Tirado
November 21, 2007
Bill, Sorry to hear of the lost of your mother. Prayers are with you and the family.
Jim and Barbara Bonney
November 21, 2007
Dear Julia,John,Billy and family
We remember with pleasure the time spent with your Mother"Pat" and father, John, many years ago.
Please accept our sincere sympathy.
Barbara and Jim Bonney
mary conklin
November 21, 2007
i can remember as a child alot of hour spent with mrs.tobin at my moms house.she was like part of the family.she will be missed by many that knew her she was a sweet loving lady.
Wanda Herina
November 21, 2007
I knew Helen through her husband John. I worked with John at Chester National Bank. Helen was a really sweet person.
Mary C Ingrassia & Family
November 21, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Mike & Henia Zanetti
November 21, 2007
To you all - Please accept our sincere sympathy over the passing of your Mom & Grandma. She was so proud of all of you. May she rest in peace.
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