Ethel Helms' Obituary
ETHEL L. HELMS (nee Hess), age 82. Passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family on Nov. 2, 2010. Dearly beloved wife of 59 years, to the late William R. (Past President of Oak Printing Co. and dedicated Optimist Club member); dear daughter of the late Martin and Ida (nee Schumann); dearest sister of Leland (deceased) (Irene), Ruth (deceased), Jeanette Kline, and Martin (Patricia); cherished mother of Susan Belford (David), Jim (Lisa), Jack (Cindy), and Kenneth (Jane). Loving grandmother of Caleb, Sahra, Alysia, Jesse, Eric, Renee, Amber, Katherine, Emily, Kariann, Kenny II, Rick, Scott, Jake, and Gina; great grandmother of Dylan, Owen, Sven, Finnley and Isaac. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Loyal friend to many. Ethel was an avid roller-skater, golfer and boater. We miss you and will love you always. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions, in memory of Ethel, to the Optimist Club of Strongsville Ohio-Scholarship Fund 19540 Progress Dr. Strongsville, OH 44149. The family will receive friends to celebrate the life of Ethel at JARDINE FUNERAL HOME, 15822 PEARL RD. STRONGSVILLE on Friday, Nov. 12, 2010, 4 - 6:30 p.m., with a memorial service immediately following at 6:30pm at Jardine's. www.jardinefh.com
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