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Patricia Helsel Obituary
86, of Tampa, FL, went home to be with our Lord on May 15, 2025. She is preceded in death by her husband, William Helsel Sr. and son, Stephen Helsel. She is survived by her son, William Helsel Jr.; daughter, Tricia Helsel Sampson; three grandchildren; five great- grandchildren; and many relatives and friends. She is deeply loved and will be greatly missed by family and friends.
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Mike Thompson
June 11, 2025
Pat will be missed by all who knew the greatfull lady. I will miss the phone calls talking about the time her family and myself spent in Italy.
Love to Billy and Tricia in your time of sorrow.
MT
Avianna Sampson
June 11, 2025
You were the worlds best grandma, always loving and never judgmental, we will love you forever
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