Helen Summers Obituary

Age - 81

September 12, 2023

Belleville, IL

Helen Marie Summers (nee Poole), 81, of Belleville, IL passed away peacefully on September 10, 2023 surrounded by her beloved son and granddaughters. She is preceded in death by her parents, Elmer and Mildred Poole and her husband, Donald Summers. She is survived by her son, Tony Summers; granddaughters, Kate, Megan, and Hanna; great granddaughter, Sunnie Edwards; brothers, Roger (Rosalie "Sug") Poole and Richard (Sue) Poole; and dear companion, Charles Summers. She was a devoted aunt, cousin, and friend of many. Helen "Gram" dedicated her life to her beautiful granddaughters. She enjoyed traveling with her best friend, Brenda, chatting with her sister- in- laws, Sug and Sue, and spoiling her dear pets; Angel, Buddy, and Junior. Helen was a proud American and loved her country. She was a lifetime fan of the St. Louis Cardinals. Gram was one in a million and will be dearly missed. Friends may visit on Wednesday, September 13, 2023 from 4 p. m. until time of service at 5 p. m. at Valhalla Gaerdner Holten Funeral Home, 3412 Frank Scott Pkwy W, Belleville, IL 62223. Helen battled Alzheimer's dementia for more than 10 years. Memorials are appreciated to the Alzheimer's Association and condolences expressed at www. valhallagardensandfuneralhome. com.

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