HELPS, Doreen Helps

Doreen Helps
August 28, 1938 – October 12, 2024

Doreen Helps (nee Lewis), aged 86, of Wyoming, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Saturday, October 12, 2024, at St. Joseph’s Hospice. Doreen was the loving wife of the late Arnold (2014). She was a proud mother to Richard (Ann) Helps, Kevin (Cheri) Helps, and Kathy (Greg) Shortt, and a cherished grandmother to Kristina, Nicole, Travis, Emily (Charlie), Kylee, and Tara.

Doreen is survived by her siblings Merle and Elda (Frank Stewart) Maw, and Arnold’s siblings Donna (Jack) Bates, Gerald (the late Eleanor) Helps, and sisters-in-law Shirley Helps and Maxine Helps. She was predeceased by her parents, Goldwin and Ella Lewis, her sister, Norma (the late Elton) Steven, and many of Arnold’s siblings. Doreen will also be deeply missed by her good friend Mary Nickles, and her many nieces, nephews, friends, and neighbors.

A longtime farmer’s wife, Doreen enjoyed golf and found great joy in watching her grandchildren’s many activities.

The family would like to extend their gratitude to Dr. Lily and the staff at St. Joseph’s Hospice, as well as Jocelyn of Bayshore, for the wonderful care they provided to Doreen.

A private family graveside service will be held at Wyoming Cemetery. A celebration of life will be held on Wednesday, October 16, 2024, from 2 to 5 p.m. at Wyoming Lions Hall, 554 Main St., Wyoming.

As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to St. Joseph’s Hospice at St. Joseph’s Hospice.

Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at Needham-Jay Funeral Home.