Obituary of Helen June Wilhelm

Helen June Wilhelm, age 90, passed into the loving arms of her late husband, Charley, on July 1, 2016 following a short illness. Born in Nelson, PA on January 14, 1926 she attended Campbell Central School. A long time resident of Thurston, Helen was well known for her love of flower gardening, her daily walk in all kinds of weather, and especially her love of chocolate. She was a strong supporter of the Thurston Christian Church. Helen was a skilled seamstress and knitter, and delighted in gifting family and friends with special hand-made presents. Helen worked for many years at Nichols Discount City in Painted Post and Bath. Throughout her life she participated in many community activities. She was a Cub Scout den mother, volunteered at Monterey and Thurston Fire Department events, served as Election Inspector for the Thurston Board of Elections, faithfully attended Bone Builders and Senior Citizen events. Survivors: Children: Michael Wilhelm, Bath, Anne Keefer (Robert Kiklowicz), Bath, and Daniel Wilhelm, Thurston. Grandchildren: Wendy (Bradley) Barker, Columbus, Ohio, Pamela (Skeeter) Calkins, Bath, and Mark (Jawan) Wilhelm, Spencerport, NY. Great grandchildren: Brittney Acimovic, Alexis Barker, Sierra Barker, Kailey White, and Danika Barker, all in Columbus, Ohio; and Kambree Calkins and Keefer Calkins in Bath. Brother: Clinton (Deany) Keith, York PA. Sister: Lena (Chet, deceased) Vosburg, Newport News, Virginia. Cousin: Elaine Payne. Numerous beloved nieces and nephews. Predeceased by husband, Charles Wilhelm, and parents, Albert and Eloise Keith. Calling hours will be held from 1 – 3 pm on July 7, 2016 at Fagan's Funeral Home at 31 West Morris Street in Bath. The funeral will follow at 3 pm at the funeral home. Burial will take place at Hope Cemetery in Campbell.