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- Lockport Union-Sun & Journal
LOCKPORT — Helen R. (Schuler) Townsend, age 93, of Lockport, entered into rest on Thursday, June 24, 2010 at Niagara Hospice House. Born September 14, 1916 in Cambria, NY, she was the daughter of the late Elmer and Elizabeth (Keller) Schuler. Helen was a graduate of Lockport High School. She married Raymond W. Townsend on May 31, 1939 in Wilson. Mr. Townsend died on November 1, 1998. Helen had worked at Mt. View Health Facility in Lockport as a cook. She retired in 1978 after 13 years. She enjoyed crocheting, reading, sewing, baking and gardening. Helen had lived most of her life in Lockport. Loving mother of Nancy French of Newfane, Donna Parmley of Lockport and Anne (Rodger) George of Lockport; a son predeceased Helen, Raymond P. Townsend; sister of Elmer Schuler of Cambria and Thelma Berst of North Carolina and the late Alton Schuler, Donald Schuler, Alice Hammer and Vira Schuler; 12 grandchildren, 23 great- grandchildren and 3 great-great grandchildren and her canine friend, Sara, also survives her. There will be no prior visitation. Funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements entrusted to the Kenneth H. Sherrie Funeral Home, Newfane, NY. In lieu of flowers, memorials appreciated to Niagara Hospice, 4675 Sunset Drive, Lockport, NY 14094. Please visit www.sherriefuneralhome.com to sign guest register.
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