Helen Elaine (Louchart) Brocker, born on July 13, 1935 in Saginaw, MI passed away peacefully on October 5, 2024 in St. Johns, MI, at the age of 89. A lifelong resident of Michigan, Helen was cherished for her warm bear hugs and cheerful greetings, a testament to her loving and joyful spirit.
An accomplished clarinet player and a basketball player during her high school years at St. Charles High School, Helen carried on her passion for music and was a fan of sports throughout her life. After high school, she attended Comptometer school, furthering her education and paving the way for a fulfilling career. Helen dedicated nine years to Saginaw Steering Gear, a division of GM, and worked at Oldsmobile until 1969. She later served the Catholic Community of St. Jude for 19 years, where she was also one of the original founding families instrumental in breaking ground for the church in DeWitt, MI on August 12, 1973.
Her personal life was rich with love and companionship. Helen met her beloved husband, Jerold L. Brocker, at a polka festival and they married on October 13, 1962. Their marriage was blessed with joyous moments and together they raised three children while managing a small family farm. Helen's life was a tapestry of family gatherings, church activities, and quiet moments spent reading or enjoying her favorite CSI shows. Known for her unassuming nature and a love for laughter, she cherished simple pleasures and was a devoted Catholic.
Helen is survived by her sister-in-laws Arlene (Brocker) Piotrowicz, Norma (Brocker) Essex, and Norma Louchart; children Matthew (Brenda Lange) Brocker; Anne (Dwight) Pierson; and Mark Brocker; grandchildren Benjamin (Angela Foley) Pierson; Kristina (Austin) Pierson-Cordes; Dustin, Jeremy, Alyssa, and Alex Brocker. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jerold L. Brocker; her parents, Paul and Julia (Poma) Louchart; and her siblings, Paul, Leroy, and Virginia.
We are forever grateful to the organizations that helped enrich her final years and extend our gratitude to CorsoCare, Rosewood AFC, and Clinton County Transit. With their combined efforts, Helen was able to spend most of her final days living in the home she loved. Special thanks are extended to Shelli Sullivan Moffitt of the Hair Drop (Haven Salon), a lifelong friend who supported Helen immensely.
Helen's life was a portrait of devotion, love, and service, leaving a legacy of warmth and generosity that will be fondly remembered and deeply missed by all who knew her. Memorial funds can be made to St. Vincent Catholic Charities (Adoption Services). Envelopes will be provided at visitation and funeral, if desired.
A visitation for Helen will be held at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes DeWitt Chapel, located on 205 E Washington St, DeWitt, MI 48820, on Wednesday October 9th between 4-7pm. A Rosary service will begin at 7pm.
A funeral service will be held at St. Jude Catholic Church, located on 801 N Bridge St, DeWitt, MI 48820, at 11am. The family will begin receiving guests one hour prior to the service. The family would like to invite guests to stay for a luncheon at St. Jude immediately following services.
A graveside service at St. Margaret Catholic Cemetery in Cedar Springs, MI will be held at 3pm on Thursday October 10th.
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