Helen R. Kirkman

She was born in Lisbon, NH, on July 20, 1917, the daughter of the late John and Tyyne Tepponen Rinne. She married Ralph Kirkman on September 5, 1953.

Prior to her retirement, Mrs. Kirkman was employed as an administrative assistant and worked for the state of NH.

Her hobbies and interests include; ballroom dancing, flower gardening and she was an immaculate housekeeper. Mrs. Kirkman was very proud of her Finnish heritage.

Members of her family include; her husband of 61 years, Ralph Kirkman, of South Royalston, MA; several nieces and nephews.

SERVICES: There are no calling hours. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, April 11, 2015, 1:00 PM at the Bennett Funeral Home, 209 N. Main Street, in Concord. Committal prayers and interment will follow at Maple Grove Cemetery, in Concord.

To view an online obituary and memorial please go to www.bennettfuneral.com

Arrangements are under the direction of the Bennett Funeral Home.

Arrangements under the direction of Bennett Funeral Home, Concord, NH.