Mary "Louise" Helmer, 91, Dekalb Junction

DEKALB JUNCTION -- A graveside memorial service for Mary “Louise” Helmer age 91 of Dekalb Junction will be held at 2:00pm on Tuesday, May 31, 2022, at the Ogdensburg Cemetery with Pastor David Hart officiating.

Mrs. Helmer passed away at her home with her granddaughter, Heather by her side.

Mrs. Helmer passed away on Monday, May 23, 2022.

Arrangements are with the Fox & Murray Funeral Home.

Surviving are her grandchildren, Heather (William) Trombley of Dekalb Junction, Brandon (Tiffany) Vancuren of Sherman, NY and Devin Vancuren of Virginia; great-grandchildren, David Davis, Luke Trombley, Macey Trombley and her companion, Michael Shea; a sister Rose marie LeBeau of Ogdensburg, along with many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Louise was predeceased by her husband, Lloyd; a daughter, Anna Lisa Vancuren; two sisters, Elizabeth Austin and Rose Marie LeBeau and two brother, Melvin & George King.

She was born on May 27, 1930, in Ogdensburg NY, a daughter of the late Melvin C. & Clara (Pollard) King.

She graduated from Ogdensburg Free Academy and later married Lloyd Helmer on June 14, 1947.

During her career she was employed at LaVigne Laundry, SLPC Community Store, and A. Barton Hepburn Hospital.

Louise was a member of the First Congregational Church in Ogdensburg and enjoyed traveling and long car rides with her husband.

Memorial contributions can be made to the First Congregational Church in Ogdensburg, 300 New York Avenue, Ogdensburg, NY 13669.

Condolences and fond memories can also be shared online at www.foxandmurrayfuneralhome.com.