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Helen Werneth Obituary
She was born on Nov. 23, 1927, in St. Marys, a daughter of the late August and Loretta Kraus Herzing.
In December of 1948, in Ridgway, she married James L. Sharrow, who preceded her in death in Nov. of 1989. She then married August F. Werneth in June of 1992, and he preceded her in death in 2017.
Helen was a lifelong resident of the area and a member of St. Marys Church. She retired from Sylvania after many years of service, where she was also a member of the Quarter Century Club. She enjoyed bowling and bingo. She also enjoyed trips to Salamanca.
She is survived by two daughters, Barbara A. Auman and her husband, Gary, of St. Marys and Mary Louise Boose and her husband, Ron, of Bedford; by one son, James Sharrow and his wife, Betty, of North Carolina; by eight grandchildren and thirteen great-grandchildren; and by seven step-children and numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents and her first and second husband, she was preceded in death by a daughter in infancy, Geraldine; by seven brothers, Charles, Frederick, Robert, Alvin, August, Joseph and Paul Herzing; by two sisters, Marie Luhr and Mildred Selan; and by two siblings in infancy, Kenneth and Rosemary. She was the last member of her immediate family.
A public Mass of Christian Burial for Helen Werneth is being scheduled with the St. Marys Church and will be announced at a later date.
Interment will be in St. Marys Catholic Cemetery.
In accordance with current CDC, PA Health Department, and Diocesan recommendations, viewing and funeral services will be held privately with the immediate family.
Memorial Contributions may be made to the Elk Haven Nursing Home Activities Fund.
Lynch-Green Funeral Home, 151 N. Michael St., St. Marys, is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be made to the family at www.lynchgreenfuneralhome.com.
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Paula Dixon
March 28, 2020
My deepest sympathy to Aunt Helens family. I always enjoyed talking to her when I would run into her. She was married to my dads brother Jim. God Bless.
Larry and K8 Nekuz
March 23, 2020
Dearest Barb and Gary, Sincerest condolences for you both now . Prayers and heartfelt sadness because your Mother was a such a special lady to all who knew her..Larry and K8 Nekuza, Bradenton, Florida
Judith Brody
March 19, 2020
Barb we were saddened by the death of your mother. You surely took care of her. Bless.
Heidi (Smith) Slottje
March 19, 2020
My condolences goes out to your family. I remember going to your house Mary, and your Mom was always so much fun to be around. God bless you and hold on to your great memories!
Heidi Smith
March 19, 2020
Condolences to your family.Mary I remember being at your house and your mom was always full of laughter and it was fun to see her anywhere. Always had a smile and loved to talk. Hold on to the great memories!
Heidi (Smith) Slottje
March 19, 2020
My condolences goes out to your family. I remember going to your house Mary, and your Mom was always so much fun to be around. God bless you and hold on to your great memories!
March 19, 2020
My deepest sympathy to Helen's family,Helen and I worked together at Sylvania for many years. One of the best helpers I ever had,what a hard worker and good friend. Go rest high on the mountain Helen. Rest in Peace. Bruce Shuttleworth
BEVERLY WILSON
March 18, 2020
My condolences to Helen's family. She had a weekly appointment with me to have her hair done back in the 70's when I lived in Saint Marys. She was such a sweet woman and so fun to be around. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
March 18, 2020
so sorry to hear of Helen's passing. I was in her room at night the last little while and she was a sweetheart. Margie Palmer
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