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Helen Beardsley Obituary
Helen G. Beardsley, age 102, passed away on May 27, 2022, in San Antonio, Texas. Helen was born to Clara Mae Miesch Griffin and Richard LeRoy Griffin, Sr., on November 3, 1919, in Nowata, Oklahoma.
In addition to her parents, Helen was preceded in death by her husband Walter C. Beardsley, as well as her siblings Richard L. Griffin, Jr., Thomas J. Griffin, Mary Joan Griffin Leport, and Sr. Janet Griffin, CDP. She is survived by children Ann Hambleton (James), Janet Persyn, Tom Beardsley (Lynne), Meg Anderson, and Mary Jo Wade; grandchildren Michiel Persyn (Betty), Tommy Hambleton (Elizabeth), Dr. Elizabeth Hambleton, Edward Hambleton, Craig Beardsley (Rebeca), John Beardsley (Brianna), Keith Beardsley (Diana), Sarah Beardsley, and Helen Anderson; great-grandchildren Walter Hambleton, Annelise Hambleton, and Lillian Beardsley; siblings Marjorie Mae "Mickey" G. Epperson and John E. "Jack" Griffin; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Helen was devoted to her faith, family, and friends. She supported and encouraged her family in all their endeavors. Her generous spirit and determination touched the lives of many people.
On June 17, 2022, a Rosary, Mass, and reception will be held in San Antonio, Texas, at St. Matthew Catholic Church. The graveside service will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Michiel Persyn, Tommy Hambleton, Edward Hambleton, Walter Hambleton, Craig Beardsley, John Beardsley, and Keith Beardsley.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to San Antonio Public Library, Fiscal Office, 600 Soledad, San Antonio TX 78205.
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