Helen H. Thorn's Obituary
Helen H. Thorn, 80, of Tavares, FL passed away on Friday, September 23. She was born in Canastota, NY on September 2, 1931, the oldest daughter of Alma (Lynch) and Elmer Hanna. Helen graduated from Hartford High School and Rochester Business Institute. She married Charles Thorn and they settled in Lansing, NY to raise their family. Helen was employed at Park Broadcasting for several years until pursuing her career in Real Estate. She retired from Century 21 Tilley Realty to enjoy her love of gardening. She moved to Florida 2002 with her life partner Clyde Cotterill. Helen is survived by her children David Thorn; Deborah Gagne; Joseph Thorn; Teresa Gargiul; 5 grandchildren Michael Thorn; Daniel and Lucas Fedrizzi; Jessica and Christopher Gagne; and great granddaughter Morgan Fedrizzi; sisters Alma Kopeck; Esther Hargrave; Phyllis Olsen; Carol Burns; brothers William; Elmer; Charles; and Walter Hanna. Helen is predeceased by her parents, brothers Edwin and Joseph Hanna . Following her wishes, there will be no funeral services. Family and Friends can make contributions to the Cornerstone Hospice, 2445 Lane Park Road, Tavares, FL 32778. Arrangements were entrusted to Steverson, Hamlin & Hilbish Funerals and Cremations, Tavares, FL, 352-343-4444. Condolences may be left for the family by signing the guestbook below.
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