Helen Levonne Ollis

1925 - 2017

Helen Levonne Ollis obituary, 1925-2017, Saint Albans, WV

BORN

1925

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Stevens & Grass Funeral Home

4203 SALINES DR

Malden, West Virginia

Helen Ollis Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on May 11, 2017.

Helen L. Ollis, 91, of St. Albans, passed away on May 10, 2017 surrounded by her family.



She was predeceased by her parents, Hugh and Mary Leftwich; husband, James Ollis; daughter, Linda Boehringer; granddaughter, Abigail Petros; siblings Jane Shabdue and Bill Leftwich.



Surviving are daughters Karen Petros (Bill) of Morgantown and Robin Stemple (Dan) of Parkersburg; son-in-law Tom Boehringer of Durham, NC; grandchildren Nate and Katy Petros, Sam Ollis, Danny and Jordan Stemple, Sean and Blake Boehringer; sister, Betty Strunk. Helen is also survived by nieces and nephews, her Eastern Star family, and her dearest friend, Nina Elkins.



Helen was a devoted, 68-year member of the Order of the Eastern Star Salina #81 and the White Shrine. She was also a lifelong member of the Coal Fork United Methodist Church and a participant in both Highlawn and First Presbyterian Churches, St. Albans. She was retired from WV Worker’s Compensation.



The family will receive friends at Stevens & Grass Funeral Home, Malden, WV on Saturday May 13, 2017 from 12 pm to 1:45 pm at which time an Eastern Star service will begin. A celebration of Helen’s life will follow at 2 pm with the Reverend Nancy Didway officiating.



In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to the Eastern Star, Salina Chapter #81, 204 West Main Street, Belle, WV 25015, or Highlawn Presbyterian Church, 2501 Washington Ave., St. Albans, WV 25177.

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May 15, 2017

Sam Strunk

Aunt Sissy, yours was a life well lived. We will all miss you - more than words can say. Sam

May 13, 2017

Phyllis Bush Stump

Helen was a beautiful lady, always kind and helpful. Worked with her at WCF and shared being sisters in OES. My love and prayers are with all your families.

May 12, 2017

Tina Leftwich Daft

Karen, Robin and family, I'm so very sorry for your loss. Aunt Helen was a lovely and loving person. She will always be with you, in your hearts and in your memories, until that day when you are reunited in Heaven. My prayers and love are with.

May 12, 2017

Jackie & Pat Petros

Karen and Billy so very sorry for you loss
met your mom at your wedding and she was so kind and loving
just know she is at peace now in paradise with your dad. Abigail has All her grandparents with now laughing and playing.

May 12, 2017

Suresh Madhavan

Dear Karen and Bill! I am very sorry to hear about the passing away of your mother. From the pictures I saw she was a dynamic woman and full of joie de vivre. There were so many pictures of her with the grandchildren and you both, and she appeared happy in all of them and with twinkling eyes. Regardless of how long your mother lives or however prepared you are for any eventuality, it is always a shock and an irreplaceable part of your life when they leave you. My condolences to you during this difficult time and I hope the two of you and your children and siblings can find peace and strength in the reliving of your lives via memories of times spent with her. Most certainly, she is in a better place and always there to give you strength. God bless, Suresh

May 11, 2017

David Prather

Robin,

I am so sorry for your loss. I know how much you loved your Mom and how much she meant to you. I know she was so proud of you and the wonderful Mom, wife, sister, and friend you are.

Missy and I will keep you and your family in our prayers.

Dave Prather

May 11, 2017

Laura Shank Ruben

Karen, Robin and family, I'm so sorry for your loss. Your Momma was the sweetest person and a wonderful Christian role model. I loved spending time with Helen and will miss her greatly. You all will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers. God bless, Laura Shank Ruben

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