Helen was the daughter of the late Michael and Mary (née Cleaver) Phillips.
She lived in Chatham most of her life and worked as an accountant for different banks and firms and then ran her own business as a tax consultant. She completed her last income tax return for a client at the age of 92.
Helen was a member of the Zonta Club of Chatham for many years. She loved to travel, loved classical music, and loved to grow special varieties of tomatoes, which she generously shared with friends. She strongly believed in natural and healthy foods and she must have had the right idea since she lived to 102 years of age in the beautiful home she built and designed herself.
There was nothing Helen enjoyed more than a good conversation about life and politics.
Sister to the late Stella Liggins (the late Percy), the late Nicholas, and the late John. Dear friend of Dianne Schwarz and Linda Cunha. Aunt to Kerry, Karen, Mark, Michael, Dave, Donald, and Rosemary. She will be missed by many cousins, friends, and extended family.
Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday September 7, 2025 at 3:30 pm at the McKinlay Reception Centre, 459 St. Clair Street, Chatham. Family to receive friends from 3:00 pm until the service time. Burial in Maple Leaf Cemetery at a later date.
Donations made in memory of Helen to the Peace Christian Church would be appreciated.
Online condolences may be left at www.mckinlayfuneralhome.com
McKinlay Funeral Home
459 St. Clair Street, Chatham
519-351-2040
