Entered peacefully into rest with family at her side on Sunday November 26, 2023 in her 87th year. Predeceased by her husband Jack and eldest daughter, Terri Densmore (Hugh). Loving mother to Mark Stubbs, Jackie Madigan (Patrick) and Lesley Perry (Doug). Cherished Nana of Jack, Caitie, Alice, Emily, Shannon, Brendan, Thomas and Robyn. Dear sister to and predeceased by Lorraine Reid, Eleanor Cummings (Lorne), and Keith Reid (Janet). Sister-in-law to and predeceased by Adele and Bill Woodley, Ed and Marion Stubbs, and Pat and Vic Milne. Helen leaves behind a close extended family of Janet Reid, Don and Eleanor Thorne, Gaye and Peter Fletcher and many nieces and nephews.

Helen was born in Oneida Township, Haldimand County, to Gordon and Leta Reid, and grew up on her family’s farm. Helen graduated at the top of her nursing class and was a registered nurse for over 30 years at Hagersville West Haldimand General Hospital. Although very quiet, Helen caught the attention of an outgoing Jack in high school. Their journey together did not begin until a few years later, when Jack was Helen’s patient in the hospital. They married in 1960, and shared 56 years together, raising 4 active children in a very busy home that was always warm and welcoming to anyone who showed up calling at the door. In their retirement years, Helen and Jack enjoyed summers on Balsam Lake, travelling, art classes, and an active community life volunteering. Helen was a caregiver at heart and a beautiful soul, and the love she had for people extended beyond her immediate family to everyone that she met. Helen was passionate about cooking wonderful meals and entertaining friends, and will be remembered for the homemade muffins and soup she would drop off to friends who were sick or simply needed their spirits lifted. Helen conquered breast cancer with great courage and strength, and went on to have a long and wonderful life. She will be remembered for her unwavering support of her children and grandchildren, and her kindness as a dear friend to many. The family will be holding a private service. In lieu of flowers, donations to West Haldimand General Hospital and Caledonia Presbyterian Church would be appreciated by the family.