Helen Jean Erdody was born in Sioux City, Iowa on December 25, 1920 to Asaf and Barbara Abraham. She passed away peacefully at Angela Hospice in Livonia, Michigan on December 8, 2019 at the age of 98.
Helen was a loving, compassionate and devoted wife, mother, mother-in-law and grandmother. She was the beloved wife of David for 61 years, the loving mother of Elizabeth (Kevin) Martin and the extremely proud grandmother of her three grandsons, Danny, Christopher and Jonathan. Her family was the center of her world. She and my father loved being a part of their grandchildren’s lives, from being playground monitors when they were in elementary school to helping out at the concession stand in High School during soccer games! They even had a dedicated “Grandparents” section in the stands during the games.
She instilled not only in myself, her daughter, but also her grandsons, the importance of compassion, respect and kindness towards others. She created a loving, welcoming and fun atmosphere within our home for family and friends and always made sure no one left hungry! She was the best mother-in-law and she and my father welcomed Kevin into their home and hearts from the very beginning.
She was known for her “green thumb,” and literally, people walking by (and sometimes driving by), would stop to comment and ask questions about her beautiful flowers. She also loved gardening and we all enjoyed helping out planting, sowing the seeds and of course, enjoying the harvest!:)
She was also a wonderful cook and we created many wonderful memories in the kitchen that I and our entire family, will carry with us forever.
No words can truly describe how we feel ~ and although we will miss her terribly, we know she is no longer suffering and is in a much better place with the Lord, my Dad and family.
To my beautiful mother ~ you were my best friend! I will miss seeing you everyday and fixing your hair! I will miss your smiles & love. You were truly the best mom in the world and I will cherish the memories we created for the rest of my life! Love you, always!
A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, Dec 14, 2019 at 4:00pm at Harry J. Will Funeral Home 37000 Six Mile, Livonia, Michigan 48152. A gathering for family and friends will begin at 3:00pm. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at the online guestbook for the Erdody family.
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