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Helen Grissett Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Nov. 21, 2016.

Helen Turner Grissett of Tallahassee, Florida, passed peacefully on November 20, 2016, at the age of 100 years. The daughter of the late Linton and Guy Turner, she was born in Dadeville, Alabama. Her early years were spent in DeFuniak Springs and Marianna, Florida, before attending college in Montreat, NC and earning a Masters in Education at the Florida State College for Women, now FSU.

Teaching was her passion; she made many friends while teaching at Caroline Brevard Elementary, Leon High School and Rudeiger Elementary and built fond memories as the director of the Tallahasee Junior Museum (Tallahassee Museum) for 7 years. After retirement she continued to support schools and learning as a substitute teacher and volunteer.

She was predeceased by her husband, P. Edward Grissett; sister, Virginia Schreiber; and brother Fred Turner. Surviving are her son, Edward Grissett, daughter-in-law Cindy Vores; brother, Clarence Turner; nephews, Jim Turner, Guy Wayne Turner, Larry Turner and Jerome Schreiber; niece, Linda Turner Earp; and kind neighbors and many good friends.

Memorial donations may be made to Big Bend Hospice, Meals on Wheels or a favorite charity.

A graveside service is planned for Monday, November 28, at 11:00 am, at Oakland Cemetery in Tallahassee. Cully's Meadowood Funeral Home is handling arrangements. To leave an online condolence to the family, please visit our website at www.culleysmeadowwood.com

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April 19, 2021

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Pamela Bethea

In Ruediger Elementary's first year, I was in First Grade with Mrs. Grissett. Don't remember much about that year, but she made such an unforgettable impression and I will love her always.

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December 18, 2016

James Daniels

Mrs. Grissett was the best teacher I ever had. Her dog, Ellie, liked me and was very protective of me. I am so sorry to hear of her passing. My condolences to her family. She was a great lady.

November 30, 2016

Mrs. Grissett was a great advocate of educating our young people about the importance of the history and natural world in the "Big Bend" region of Florida. She served as the director of the Tallahassee Museum during its formative years, helping the institution move forward while she touched the lives of so many children an adults. She lived an exemplary life for all to see and was an inspiration to so many.
Condolences to her family. She was a gentle force of nature. Mike Jones

November 29, 2016

Lenita Joe

Mrs. Grissett was a very special lady. I still have my Tallahassee Junior Museum card and remember her fondly. As a former media specialist in Tallahassee, I remember how she worked diligently to get Treasure Chests for teachers to enhance their lessons. She will be missed.

November 29, 2016

Kerry McCloud

Dear Edward,
As you know, your mom was so special to me. When your dad passed away, you and your mom came to stay with our family for a while. Your mom often told me that during this time when I was just a toddler, I would crawl down the hall in the night and curl up on her lap. She would rock me and said I was such a comfort to her. As I became older and experienced sadness and personal struggles within my family, often my only comfort was a visit to your mom's home. We would hug and she would comfort me. I am so fortunate to have had her in my life. She was the ultimate teacher, friend, and second mom. She was such an inspiration to me. I will cherish every fond memory. Love to you and Cindy. Please stay in touch.

November 29, 2016

Nan Alderman Gray

Edward,
I was so very sorry to hear of your precious Mom's passing. I remember your mom from when my dad, Sam Alderman was the principal at Ruediger Elementary School. My mom Carolyn Alderman also taught with your mom. Sending hugs and prayers to you and your family during your time of grief. Be Blessed. Your mom taught many people in Tallahassee, and will be missed in our community.

November 28, 2016

Evelyn Hare

Miss Helen was a special friend to me. I truly enjoyed spending time with her and listening to her memories and stories. I loved her and will miss her.

November 28, 2016

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November 28, 2016

Edna Butler

I remember her very fondly at Ruediger and the Jr.Museum. I used to love to go on the Red Caboose and she went on their with me. I was not in her class but she was such a nice teacher. Everyone loved her.

Edna Butler
Sopchoppy, Florida

November 27, 2016

Karen Trimble Long

My first grade teacher at Ruediger and the best teacher I ever had. A special lady and friend for many years. Will miss her very much.

November 27, 2016

Greta Vores

Helen Grissett is my unforgetable friend. Our time together was so richly filled with shared memories and love of family.
She made our early adventures at the Junior Museum while decorating display windows or setting up for first Market Day, such fun.
In later years it's been a blessing to share a love of reading poetry and working crossword puzzles with Helen Even though our daily visits will be missed, the joy of having that time remains Helen always had sweet words and expressed her love for my daughter, Cindy and son Scott, and that's one of many ways she touched my life and is in heart as a part of family.

November 27, 2016

Beverly Ferrell

My favorite teacher at Rudiger.Special lady with a speciall gift

November 27, 2016

Nancye Clark

Mrs. Grissett and Edward were both special people to me, Statia, and Sallie. Have always remembered their kindness and thoughtfulness.

November 27, 2016

Belva Delaney Gurr

Eddie, I was saddened to read of the passing of your wonderful mother. Your dad was my DCT teacher and I was your sitter when we all went on their trips. She was a great friend and loving listener. I loved our times together at the Junior Museum when she talked of you and your dad and she talked to my two year old about the the amazing things he would learn with her.

November 23, 2016

Mary Ellen Harrell Carr

Mrs. Grissett I sure do remember all the fun, loving , unforgettable times. You took care of me when my Mama had surgery over 40 years ago. You and Edward spoiled me with attention. I loved the chickens you gave me from the Jr. Museum I lovingly named after your son King Edward I, I and III. I had so much fun either at your house or at the Jr. Museum. I'm truly blessed to have such memories of you and Grandma Turner. I carry those warm memories and have shared them with so many others.
Edward, you are so in my thoughts. I pray for you to hold on tight and cherish the memories. And know what an impact both your parents made on Tallahassee
I will love you forever Mrs. Grissett ♡

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