Helen H. Hays, 99, of Huntley, died peacefully, April 25, 2017
The family will greet friends from 10-11:00am on Saturday, May 6, 2017 at DeFiore Jorgensen Funeral Home, with a 11:00am Celebration of Life Service all at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers memorials may be Grafton Food Pantry or Breast Cancer Foundation.
Helen was born July 25, 1917 in Graham county Kansas the daughter of Ira and Hattie Hardman. On October 19, 1935 she married Howard Davis Hays.
She was an avid bridge player, she enjoyed reading and theater trips. She was beloved by many especially her bridge friends who wanted to be just like her when they grow up and by her biker girls. Helen was also a member of the Huntley Senior Club. She was a loving mother, grandmother and dear friend to all who knew her and she will be greatly missed.
Helen is survived by her daughter, Linda Hays, and Lisabeth “Beth” (Michael) Mallen and her grandson, David (Julie) Mallen and she is also survived by her sister, Maxine Grecny.
For further information please call the funeral home at 847-515-8772 or on-line condolences may be directed to www.defiorejorgensen.com
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I am so sorry to learn of Helen's passing. Unfortunately, I will not be able to attend the Service on May 6 as we have commitments to meet that day. I always enjoyed talking with Helen and I was always amazed at her memory and quick wit. She was loved by many
My condolences to Linda and family after the passing of Helen. I will do my best to pay my respect in person, but I am not sure I will be back in time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.