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Helen Eagan Obituary
Helen was born on February 4, 1921 in Edmonton, Aberta, Canada. She married Burton Walter Eagan on April 12, 1945 and they later settle in California. Helen worked at Interstate Brands in Glendale, CA for 13 years.
Helen is survived by her son, James Dexter (Terri); her daughter, Arlene (Robert), her son Andy; her 4 grandchildren; her brother, Donald (Marie) Leahy; her sister-in-law, Frances, and many well-loved nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
A memorial mass and reception will be held on Saturday, May 3, 2008 at 9:00 a.m. at St. Clare's Church in Canyon Country, CA. Private interment to be held for the family.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions be made to the American Cancer Society, PO Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK 73123-1718; by phone (800) ACS-2345; online, www.cancer.org.
Helen's family wrote, "She had many wonderful and compassionate friends."
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Memories and Condolences
for Helen Eagan
Linda Strong
May 3, 2008
Aunty Helen was a great lady! Her, Brooke, Theresa and I shared some wonderful times and many laughs in Calgary.
Carole Gould
May 1, 2008
Helen,
I feel blessed that you shared such an important time of your life with me.
Carole Gould
Brenda Johnson
May 1, 2008
Arlene, Dex and Andy, know that my thoughts are with you as you move on to another phase in your lives, one that retains your mother's smiles and hugs in your hearts and minds. Those are what I think of when I think of my Aunt Helen: smiles that light up a room, just like my dad's, and her warm, long hugs. My prayers are with you all! We would welcome a visit with you in Calgary, if any of you have the opportunity to come this way, just like the 'old days' of the Eagan visits to the farm. With love,
Theresa Chisholm
May 1, 2008
A very special aunt, a surrogate mother to me, a friend, mentor and confidant. We had many adventures together - running through hail storms, skipping down Scarboro Avenue arms linked singing "We're off to see the Wizard" (of course you were Dorothy and Aunt Mercia and I were the cowardly lion and the tin man), sipping gin and tonic, trying to make my mom "comfortable", laughing until we cried. You were a very reliable and witty e-mail correspondent! I have many fond memories that will always make me smile. Thank you for your love and support. I will miss you. To Dex, Arlene and Andy and your families, thank you for sharing your mother with me. She was a strong and amazing woman with a kind and generous heart. She was a loving sister to my mom and for that I am especially grateful. Love, Theresa.
Erin Leahy
April 30, 2008
Aunty Helen,
I could never have asked for a better aunt or godmother. I have so many great memories of your visits to Canada and mine to California. I'll miss you. My deepest condolences to my cousins on such a great loss.
Bonnie Gunderson
April 28, 2008
Aunty Helen - I will miss you. I looked to you as a great, vibrant, interesting and caring family role model, (someone in the family that also understood accounting!). It was such a nice treat when you were able to visit in either Calgary or Taber. I'm miss our 'good gabs' that ranged from family catch-ups, politics, fashion, exercise and life in general. Even though I didn't get to see you often, you always had a way of making me feel 'connected' to you and your family.
To Dex, Arlene and Andy - I'm sorry for your loss - your Mom will be missed for sure. My hearts and prayers are with you all. - Bonnie Gunderson (Leahy)
Joe Chisholm
April 27, 2008
Aunt Helen,
I will always remember how gentle and kind you were, the laughing and stories that would fill our home and hearts on your visits. There is nothing more sad, or glorious then the passing of generations. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Joe, Kyle & Kelsey Chisholm
Jim Eagan
April 25, 2008
Mom-
You were always truly an inspiration to us all. You had shown great courage through the last difficult months. We look forward to being reunited with you and the Lord for all eternity.
With much love
Your son
Jim
Arlene Holmes
April 25, 2008
Mom, forever in my heart. Love, Your daughter, Arlene
Connie Gross
April 25, 2008
We'll always remember our visits... I still smile thinking of the Leahy grand adventure to the Eagans back in 1968 (before Erin!) I remember Aunty Helen's kindness, and the fun we had with all the Eagans. I also remember the Eagan's visits to the farm (remember the Dexterasaurus in the dugouts!). In more recent years, I enjoyed getting to know Aunty Helen as a "real person" when she came to Canada for her frequent visits. I know we'll all miss Dad's updates from California. Our hearts and prayers are with you all. - Connie, Blaine and Mackenzie Gross
Dan Kinniburgh
April 24, 2008
She was a wonderful lady, and will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. My prayers go out to all.
Colleen Kinniburgh
April 24, 2008
In memory of a wonderful aunt - we will miss you! (Now who is going to tell us all the tales of our dad's youth?) Your wonderful sense of humor, your eyes that sparkled when you told stories of yesterdays gone by, your genuine joy of life - you left us with great memories! Thank you for being a part of our lives.
Colleen and the Kinniburgh kids
Lawrence de Pape
April 24, 2008
Helen;
They don't make them like you anymore.
We'll miss your style, charm & sense of humour.
Shelagh Armstrong
April 24, 2008
In loving memory of a beautiful woman, vibrant and full of warmth. She filled our lives with sunshine. Our love and prayers are with you. Love, Shelagh, Michael & Family
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