"Helen was my next-door neighbor for several months and Helen and I became great friends. I was sorry to see her move but she needed more care. I went to see her and we both enjoyed the visit. With my Christian love, Virginia Echternkamp, Good Samaritan Home"
In loving memory of
Helen J. Kasparie
August 25, 2018
Helen Josephine Kasparie, age 93, formerly of 1420 S. 28th Street, Quincy, died on Saturday, August 25, 2018 at 3:58 am in Good Samaritan Home.
Helen was born on July 13, 1925 in Quincy, Illinois, the daughter of George B. and Jetta Dove Howard Haxel. She married Garner B. Kasparie on January 11, 1947 in Madison Park Christian Church. He preceded her in death on March 30, 1976.
Helen was a 1942 graduate of Quincy High School and a graduate of Gem City Business College. She was employed at the Moorman Manufacturing Company from 1942 to 1946, and she then served as a cashier for CIPS from 1946 to 1947.
Helen's greatest joy was being a wife, mother and homemaker. She enjoyed cooking and baking many recipes from scratch with a favorite being her red velvet cake. She was also known as the "Cream Puff Lady" for her delicious cream puffs. For many years, Helen and Garner raised a big garden. She prepared and canned many vegetables and fruits from their fruit trees every year so that the family would have food all year long. She loved being outdoors. She raised baby chicks and bunnies and everyone enjoyed coming to visit and getting fresh baked cookies.
She enjoyed the beauty of flowers and butterflies and feeding the birds so she would hear their sweet songs. She loved sewing and quilting and putting puzzles together, working word search puzzles and playing cards and bingo.
Helen had many garages sales at her former home, at 28th & Harrison, and enjoyed all of the people that would come and visit with her. She enjoyed singing and playing the piano, attending church concerts, park band concerts and listening to Lawrence Welk and all PBS musical specials as well as patriotic music.
Helen spent several years volunteering with RSVP and helping others. She always put others needs ahead of her own and never asked for recognition; however, she did receive a lifetime recognition for her many volunteer efforts.
She was a member of Madison Park Christian Church. Helen faithfully read her Bible and loved attending the Sonshiners activities at Madison Park Christian Church.
Survivors include a son, Larry (Linda Mellon) Kasparie of Liberty, IL; two daughters, Nancy Walker and Lois (Brad) Dickson, both of Quincy; nine grandchildren, Kevin (Brandy) Kasparie, Jeffrey (Michelle) Kasparie, and Angie Kasparie, all of Liberty, IL, Jason (Amanda) Kasparie of Ursa, IL, Clinton (Judie) Walker of Hilbert, WI, Christian (Sheila) Walker, Heather (Eric) Felker, Marcy Kelle and Zachary Bowen, all of Quincy; 19 great-grandchildren, Allison, Annika, Tyler, Karson, Kameron and Zoey Kasparie, all of Liberty, Taylor and Parker Hicks and Brady Mowen, all of Liberty, Hannah, Morgan, Caleb and Carter Kasparie, all of Ursa, Kayla Walker, Trevor Bowen, Taigen Felker, and Tyler and Haiden Kelle, all of Quincy; a step-great-granddaughter, Alexiss Dively of Quincy; a step great-great-granddaughter, Adelynn Albert; and a step great-great-grandson due in October; a brother, George (Ruth) Haxel of Quincy; a sister, Carlene Taylor of Quincy; sister-in-law, Wilma Kasparie, of Quincy; and many loving nieces, nephews and cousins.
In addition to her husband, Helen was preceded in death by her parents, a son-in-law, Leonard Walker, a brother-in-law, Kenneth Eugene Taylor, special uncle and aunt, Jake and Myrtis Haxel.
Helen's family would like to extend thanks to the wonderful staff and residents of Good Samaritan Home. Helen thoroughly enjoyed her stay doing lots of activities and receiving excellent support and care. They are also grateful for the care shown by Blessing Hospice. A special thanks is also extended to Dr. Louis Kim and staff,, Dr. Brennan Reed and Staff and Dr. Abram Geisendorfer and staff for the many years of exceptional care that Helen received.
Services: 11:00 am on Thursday, August 30, 2018at the Hansen-Spear Funeral Home with the Rev. Keith Ehresman and Chaplain James Riley officiating.
Burial: Quincy Memorial Park Cemetery, Quincy, Illinois
Visitation: 2:00 to 3:00 pm on Wednesday, August 29, 2018 in the Good Samaritan Home Wee Kirk Chapel and then from 5:00 to 7:00 pm at Hansen-Spear Funeral Home.
Memorials: Good Samaritan Home Foundation or Madison Park Christian Church
Website: www.hansenspear.com
Hansen-Spear Funeral Directors are in charge of arrangements.
Tributes
"TO ALL KASPARIE FAMILY ~ You have our sincere sympathy at this time. Thoughts and prayers are with you. Wayne and Carolyn Pond"
"Larry, Linda and family, John and I are sorry to hear of the passing of your mother and grandmother. Prayers and comfort for you all"
"To the family of Helen; Words cannot explain how sad we all are of Helen's passing. May you all find peace and harmony during this time of grief. Helen was a great person and will truly be missed. She and I had several talks about her life and family that she loved dearly. Fly high , Helen!! We will miss you!!!"
"Although we are happy to know that Helen is at peace and enjoying " catching up" with family and friends, we back here on Earth will miss her greatly. Many fond years of memories are attached to the Kasparie Family. Helen's sharp witt; her beautiful laughter; her caring heart; her amazing memory/stories; and her love of family will always remain fresh in our minds. As our family matriarch, she will be missed. Our thoughts and hearts are with all of you during this time."
"Nancy, so sorry for the loss of your precious Mom. My prayers are with you and the family."
"Dear George and Carlene, We are sad to see that your sister, Helen, has passed away. We are glad she had a long life and that she did so many good deeds. It was always a pleasure to see her. I remember fun times at reunions years ago with the Hazels?. Best wishes and God?s Blessings to you and families."
"Nancy, Lois, Larry, and families. I want you all to know what a Pleasure, Privilege, and Joy it was to get to know Helen and to take care of her. Nancy as you know she was one of my favorites and I miss our long talks and all the fun we had playing Garbage Cards! I also miss her great since of humor!! I Love her so much and Miss her! God Bless you all and Thank You So Much for bring her to us!! Love Rhonda!!"
"Nancy, I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers."