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Helen Craig Obituary
Worcester - Helen T. Craig, 94, passed peacefully at the home of her daughter in Worcester on Thursday, June 4, surrounded by her family. Her husband, Francis J. Craig, died in 1985.
Helen leaves her daughters: Pamela Earle and her husband William of Westborough, Joan O'Rourke and her husband John of Sutton and Patricia Craig of Worcester. She was a wonderful mother and grandmother, adored by her grandchildren: Erin and Conor O'Neill of Louisville, KY, Kerry and Andrew Christmas of Atlanta, GA, Katherine and Christian Jensen of San Francisco, CA, Kelly Earle of NYC, John O'Rourke and Allie Earle of Swampscott, MA, and Kevin O'Rourke and his fiancée Abby Pender of Park City, UT. She loved and was loved by her great-grandchildren: Seamus and Cormac O'Neill, Paige Christmas, and her namesake, Helen Carter Jensen. She was predeceased by her sister Margaret Cragan and her parents Margaret and Bernard Cragan.
Helen was thoughtful and kind and could find humor in any situation. She had a welcoming smile and positive attitude throughout life. One of Helen's favorite places was Hampton Beach where she met her husband, Frank. She loved to travel with her husband and close friends and in later years enjoyed sharing experiences, along with hot fudge sundaes, with her grandchildren. She instilled a sense of adventure and optimism in her family.
Helen was a Eucharistic Minister for twenty years at St. Andrew the Apostle Church and Our Lady of the Rosary Church. Helen retired from Clark University the same year she received her Bachelor's Degree from the University at the age of 65. After retirement, she continued employment at the Massachusetts Office of Elder Affairs as an Ombudsman until the age of 83. Helen was a great listener and a devoted advocate for the elderly. In her later years she resided at Notre Dame Health Care Center. She will be forever missed and loved by her family.
Arrangements are under the care of Nordgren Funeral Home, Worcester. Due to state restrictions there will be no calling hours and a private funeral Mass will be celebrated at Our Lady of the Rosary Church. Interment will be at Saint John's Cemetery. To leave an online condolence message, please visit
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Fred Mccready
June 10, 2020
Dear Pam, Patty and Joan, I was very sadden to recently learn about the passing of your mother .She was a wonderful person, always so pleasant and I truly enjoyed our visits. Your mom always spoke so proudly of her family. Im sure her strong spirit will be missed, but she certainly will remain in your hearts and your families.May she Rest In Peace with God. Sadly, Fred Mccready
Laura Cullen
June 10, 2020
To the Craig family: I worked with your mother at Clark, and have nothing but fond memories of her. She was always very kind, patient, helpful, and smiling. She was a true lady, inside and out. Her family was her pride and joy, and she spoke of her children and grandchildren often. May happy memories of a wonderful woman bring you peace and comfort.
Shirley (and Don) Bussolari
June 8, 2020
Pam, Joan and Patty: Your mother was a lovely, kind and classy lady, always so meticulously dressed. She lived the kind of life we all should - work hard, have life-long friends, travel adventures and a loving family. She was so proud of all of you and her grandchildrens accomplishments. I have many fond memories of our years working together at Clark and of the times we saw each other long after she retired. She is an example of someone who lived a truly good, full life.
Jon, kathy and Marina Lundstrom
June 7, 2020
sorry to hear the loss of your mother, our condolences to you and your family. I lost my mother too this year to COVID-19 in Sweden.❤
Susan
June 7, 2020
Over the past forty years, I have gotten to know all of the wonderful, devoted, family members of Helen, through her stories & reflections. I only spent a few hours a month with her, but she was a role model for me, also. Some of her remarkable philosophies have resonated with me.She must have been and a wonderful role model! I admired her years ago when she ran errands for her 90-year-old neighbor and from that day forward I committed to helping her in whatever way I could. May she rest in peace, I will miss my friend always! Hope your memories will comfort you in this difficult time!
Michele and Steve Erikson
June 7, 2020
Pam, Joan and family.
We are sorry to hear the passing of your mother. She was a special person who certainly had great ambitions and accomplishments. The greatest was her family and she was as proud of you as you are of her. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
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