"I have had Helen as a friend in my life and appreciate what a lovely lady she was to me and many others. sshe was always so friendly and welcoming to everyone and will miss her in my life. Sincerely Bev McMahon"
In loving memory of
Helen K. Ingvoldstad
February 3, 1923 - February 24, 2018
Helen K. Ingvoldstad age 95, of Northcrest Community of Ames died Saturday, February 24, 2018. A gathering of friends and family will be 4-6:00 p.m. Friday, March 9, 2018 at Grandon Funeral and Cremation Care, 414 Lincoln Way, Ames. A celebration of Helen's life will be held at 11:00 a.m. Sat. March 10, 2018 at Bethesda Lutheran Church 1517 Northwestern, Ames, Iowa
Helen Kirby Baschen was born February 3, 1923 in LaGrange, Il. the daughter of Fred and Helen Baschen. She graduated from high school, attended Iowa State College and later the University of Iowa. Helen married Paul Ingvoldstad Dec. 23, 1944 in Momence, Il. Paul was in the military and the next 25 years took the couple across the United Sates at different military bases moving to Ames in 1959 where Paul finished his career at ISU with the ROTC. Helen enjoyed Bethesda Lutheran Church, being active in church circles, volunteering at Homeward Hospice, and playing Bridge, as often as she could. She enjoyed her time with her family and being around people, she was a people person.
Helen is survived by her sons, Jim (Jan McAlister) Ingvoldstad, of Atlanta, GA, Joseph (Mary) Ingvoldstad, of Portland, OR, and daughter Susan (Manuel) Andrade of Amherst, MA, 7 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren, a sister, Martha Olson of Manhattan, KS. Special friend Art Ketelsen.
She was preceded in death by her husband Paul Ingvoldstad, daughter, Nancy Ingvoldstad, brother, Bill Baschen and a sister Susan Reising.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to Northcrest Foundation, 1801 20th Street, Ames, Iowa 50010, or Bethesda Lutheran Church, 1517 Northwestern, Ames, Iowa 50010.
Online condolences may be directed to www.grandonfuneralandcremationcare.com
Tributes
"I have worked at Northcrest for 2 years now. It was such a joy to get to see Helen each time I worked. We enjoyed talking ISU sports together. She always had a smile on her face and truly was a joy just to be around. I will miss having her here .my condolences to her family and friends. Sincerely Jackie Morris LPN."
"We came to know Helen many years ago through our friendship with her son Joe and his wife Mary. She always graciously invited us into her home when we would visit in Ames. She lived a good long life and left many a good story for her family and friends to tell. May she rest in peace.
Paul and Zoe Wykes"
"I came to know and cherish Helen through her friendship of over 50 years with my mother-in-law, Elsa. She was a gifted conversationalist who seemed much younger than her years. May many loving memories comfort her family now and in the days ahead."
"We are praying for God's comfort and peace for all of you. We so enjoyed visiting with Helen every time we came to Northcrest. She was a kind, dear lady and we will miss her. She always made us laugh and was so comforting to us when our mom passed away. Vee Hazen Sage and Liz Hazen Frank "