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Helen Banos Obituary
Helen W. Banos
1924-2009 Helen W. Banos, formerly of La Mesa, California, died February 13th of bone cancer. She was 84. A memorial service will be held at a later date. She was born May 9th, 1924 to Louis and Vasiliki Campbell in Stratford, Ontario, Canada. She lived in Eugene, OR since September 2007.
Helen married Gus J. Banos in 1944 in Cambridge, Mass. They moved to San Diego in 1953 with their two daughters, Maria and Diane. Helen was dedicated to her work caring for the elderly and retired at age 83.
Helen is survived by her two daughters, Maria Carroll of La Mesa, CA and Diane Banos of Eugene, OR; two granddaughters, Melina and Lainie of California; a sister, Jean Kouvelas, a brother, George Campbell, and many nieces and nephews, residing in Ontario, Canada. Helen was preceded in death by her twin brother Pete in 1926 and her husband Gus in 1982.
Arrangements by Sunset Hills Cemetery, Funeral Home & Crematorium in Eugene. Remembrances to Sacred Heart Hospice 1121 Fairfield Ave., Eugene, OR 97402.Please sign the guest book at
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Memories and Condolences
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Kim Welsh
March 25, 2009
Helen was and will always be the strong, quiet light of many lives, including mine. I thank my lucky stars that I knew her. The light will always shine.
diane coen
March 9, 2009
I didn't know Helen for long, but she was the sweetest lady ever. I think about her often. She brought smiles to many faces. Here's to you Ya Ya! Diane (Sam's)
Jean and Nick Kouvelas
March 2, 2009
To my sister and sister-in-law whom we loved dearly and shared so many good times:
She is not forgotten nor will she ever be. As long as life and memory last, we will remember her.
We miss her now, and as time goes by, we will miss her more. Her loving smile, her gentle face.....no one can fill her vacant place.
Rest in peace, dear Helen, in God's loving arms.
May her memory be eternal.
With love, sister Jean and brother-in-law Nick Kouvelas.
Georgene Kouvelas Olender
March 2, 2009
Love and laughter, sprinkled with adventure, fun and warm hugs -- in these, her precious gifts to me, I will always find my Aunt Helen.
Patty Norberg
March 1, 2009
Helen was the strongest woman I know. She never complained or had a negative thing to say about anyone. I will truly miss my buddy, my confidant and mentor. Rest in peace, dear Ya. I love you, Patty
Dean Kouvelas
February 28, 2009
It is said that one`s legacy is measured in what they leave behind---the smile in my heart that my Aunt Helen will always own proves it`s truth.
Lainie Pishroyan
February 28, 2009
She was instrumental in all of our lives...she was very very loved & will be missed greatly.
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Mom & Dad (Helen & Gus )
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Mama, Diane Maria & Lainie Jan 09
Maria Carroll
February 28, 2009
Mama JAN 09 with Diane, Maria & Lainie
Maria Carroll
February 28, 2009
Mother was the BEST "Mom" and "Grandmother" in the world. We miss her so very, very much!
Maria(daughter) and Melina & Lainie (GrandDaughters)
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