Obituaries

Helen L. McCurdy

February 28th, 1931 – November 2nd, 2020

Helen L. McCurdy, 89, of Vermont, IL, passed away at 6:08 pm on Monday, November 2, 2020 at Unity Point Methodist in Peoria, IL. She was born on February 28, 1931 in Center Point, IA, the daughter of William ‘Chub’ and Helen Irene (Lamprell) Wheeler. She married Harold McCurdy on September 2, 1951 in Vermont. Harold preceded Helen in death on October 19, 2020.

Also preceding her are her parents, son, Dale McCurdy, 1 great-grandson, Knox Davis Kendrick, 2 brothers, Dale and Elzo and 3 sisters, Velma, Florence and Bertha. She is also preceded by her Aunt Lena and Uncle Jerry Sears and cousins, Blanche and Dorothy Sears who all helped raise Helen after the death of her mother at a very young age.

Survivors include her son, David (and Kathy) McCurdy of Vermont, daughter, Barbara (and Danny) Kendrick of Vermont, daughter-in-law, Rose McCurdy of Vermont, 8 grandchildren, Heather Moehn, Aaron (and Sarah) McCurdy, Dylan (and Kayla) McCurdy, Skylar McCurdy, Chris (and Jennifer) Kendrick, Josh (and Ashley Davis) Kendrick, Gabe (and Deanna) Kendrick, and Travis (and Niky Friday) McCurdy, 16 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-grandson.

She first worked in the office for Bader and Company. She later was the Assistant Librarian at VIT High School for several years. During the summer months, herself and a bus driver would take what was called the Book Mobile around the school district and would act as a library for children in the country areas.

Helen played the piano and organ at the Vermont Methodist Church for 30 plus years. She was also a den mother for the local Boy Scout troop for several years. Helen stayed very busy driving her kids to several sports and activities.

A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, November 7 in the Vermont Cemetery. Reverend Bob Greene will officiate. Memorials may be made to the Vermont Public Library. There is no visitation.

Condolences

November 5th, 2020

She was a wonderful loving women, always had a smile that would make you feel so warm inside,you will be missed always enjoyed you in school. So sweet.

November 5th, 2020

Prayers to all .. I remember The book mobile coming to our house when we were little and lived in country. 🙏💗🙏💗🙏

November 5th, 2020

∆ above was from Brenda Little and Bill

November 5th, 2020

So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers. Alan and Georgiana Clemens

November 5th, 2020

I’m so sorry for the loss Helen was always very nice to me——— Penni Stracker

November 5th, 2020

So sorry for your losd l loved visiting with her sending love your way

November 5th, 2020

Sorry for your loss. They are together

November 5th, 2020

So sorry for your huge loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Chuck and Melinda Barclay

November 5th, 2020

Sorry to hear of your loss of Helen, McCurdy Family!! You can find peace and comfort that Helen is with Harold now!! Our thoughts & prayers for All of your Family! 🙏🙏 Mike and Peg Davis

November 5th, 2020

We are so sorry for the loss of another dear, loving family friend. We had the joy of spending every Sunday with Helen from birth until we moved to Lewistown. Our prayers are with each of you! With Sympathy. Rick and Kathy Heller and family

November 5th, 2020

Sorry for your loss may God comfort and keep you in this sad time.

November 5th, 2020

No words can Express the love, kindness and smiles of Helen. She was such a pleasure to have in my life. RIP.Much sympathy to her family. Cindy Ford

November 5th, 2020

Such fond memories of your mom. Always a smile and sweet personality. Sympathy to all of her family and friends.

November 5th, 2020

Sorry to hear of her passing. I remember the book mobile and her kindness also at school. Prayers for the family. 🙏

November 5th, 2020

So sorry for your loss. She was a sweet lady. Prayers for God's comfort and peace to all the family. Gary & Cheryl (Cox) Matteson

November 5th, 2020

We are so very sorry to hear about Helen. Prayers for strength at this very difficult time. Sharon and Randall Stracker

November 5th, 2020

Helen was the sweetest and prettiest woman, I have so many great memories of playing with Barb at their house. Hugs to Barb and
the family, so very sorry for your loss. Maggie McGuire

November 5th, 2020

Thinking of you all at this sad time.
Gary Beverly Taylor

November 5th, 2020

So sorry for your loss. Prayers and Hugs! Bill and Sharon Ackley!

November 5th, 2020

Our love to you and yours through this time of loss. Helen and Mac were the best of people. Dorothy and Janis Weaver

November 5th, 2020

So sorry for the loss of your mother. My sincere condolences to all her loved ones. Linda Lea Windsor

November 5th, 2020

Helen was a lovely, kind, sweet woman. She was a cornerstone in the church. Our deepest sympathies to the family. John & Sandy

November 5th, 2020

Our condolence in the loss of your Mom and Dad, I hadn't heard about him until I read the obit. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all.

November 5th, 2020

Barb and family....I am so sorry for your loss. I know all too well the heartache you are feeling.
David & Kathy (Sherwood) Rhodes

November 6th, 2020

We are sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers for comfort. Bob and Melba Baker

November 6th, 2020

Oh how sad I am to hear of Helen's and Harold's passing. Iloved them so from seeing them each year at the Vermont H.S. reunion. Sweet, caring people. My parents, Ronald and Doris Cook loved them too and maybe will meet them at the gates to heaven. I am so sorry for your (and my) loss. I will always remember them.

November 9th, 2020

sorry for your loss. helen was another link in the family chain now gone.was s proud to call her cousin. prayers to you all for comfort and peace. kathy coxalway