Helen May Simpson
Helen May Simpson (née: Mintenko), aged 93 years of Moose Jaw, SK passed away on Wednesday, December 25th, 2019, surrounded by her family. Helen was born at Stelcam, SK and attended Cobourg School. She married Jim Simpson on October 28th, 1950 and together they raised 4 children. Helen was a member of the Cobourg Ladies and Petrolia Tea Timers. Family was everything to Helen and she especially loved family gatherings. The family would like to thank the staffs at the Dr. F.H. Wigmore Regional Hospital, West Park Crossing and Pioneers Lodge, as well as Dr. A.J. Van Heerden and Dr. Miller for all the kind and compassionate care. She was predeceased by her husband, Jim; parents, John and Elizabeth; and brothers, Steve and George. Helen will be lovingly remembered by her daughter, Sandra (Vern) Gunnlaugson; sons: Tom (Cheryl), Greg (Maureen), and John (Brenda); grandchildren: Carl, Stefan, Aaron, Ingrid (Jeff), Tyler (Marcie), Nolan (Pamela), Trevor, Megan (Justin), Alex, Elyce (Hugh), Jamie (Nikki), Tara, Nicole (Justin), Jana (Jeff), and Laura (Adam); numerous great-grandchildren; and sister-in-law, Evelyn Whitmore. The Funeral Service will be held on Monday, January 6th, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. in Moose Jaw Funeral Home. A private family interment will take place at Rosedale Cemetery. Flowers are gratefully declined. As an expression of sympathy, donations in Helen’s name may be made to the Moose Jaw Health Foundation, 55 Diefenbaker Drive, Moose Jaw, SK S6J 0C2. Arrangements are entrusted to Moose Jaw Funeral Home, 268 Mulberry Lane. Todd Sjoberg, Funeral Director 306-693-4550.
Most sincere condolences to all the Simpson Families
We were deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Helen. She was a very dedicated long time member of St. Andrew’s United Church. Such a beautiful soul. She will be missed by all who knew her. Our deepest sympathy to all of Helen’s family and friends on her passing. I know you will cherish all of the happy memories you have of her. Take care.
To all the family of Helen . Remember the good times and She will be always be with you. Thoughts and prayers with all of you.
We send our condolence to the Simpson family on Helen’s Passing. She will be missed by all that knew her
My condolences to all of her family. Mrs. Simpson would come into the Chamber of Commerce office on a regular basis to get documents signed and stamped. Every visit included entertaining conversation! She was so proud of her entire family and spoke so highly of each one. She will be missed.
Our sincerest sympathies to all of the Simpson families. Your Mom was a very special individual who will be sorely missed by so many.
My condolences to all of you on the death of your mom. Many great memories from years ago!
Sincerley,
Glennys Holliday (Hannah)
Our deepest and most sincere condolences to the family. Helen was a very dear lady. I remember what a special friend she was to my mother, Evelyn Gadd. She will be missed by all that knew her.
We are very sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. She was a dear lady. I enjoyed visiting with her at West Park Crossing.
MY DEEPEST AND SINCERE SYMPATHY TO HELENS FAMILY.
SHE WAS A WONDERFUL LADY AND VERY MUCH LOVED BY MANY WHO KNEW HER.
SHE WILL BE MISSED
To the Simpson Families; Our sincere condolences on Helen’s passing. She was a very special lady. Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you during this difficult time.
I enjoyed Helen as a tablemate at Pioneer Lodge. I will not forget is lovely lady
To the Simpsons, a really wonderful family. I am so sorry for the loss of Helen. She was and will always be an amazing person who had time for everyone. I will miss our regular conversations and her loving support, she glowed always when she spoke of her Children, her grandchildren, cousins, relatives and friends. She had a spot, a smile and time for everyone. She was a stunning friend, I am so happy she was part of my family. She was like her family and her Mom Beth, a rock with a soft heart and strong work ethic. There is a quote “Friendship is a plant that needs regular watering.” Helen was a avid gardener that way, she tended to all the flowers in her patch with grace love and respect. I feel she was a very special Rose that had no thorns. I love you Helen I Know you will look down and watch over all of us with the rest of the family flock that has gone before you. Love Gina
Sending my condolences to the Simpson family: I enjoyed conversations with Helen during my visits to West Park Crossing where my mom – JoAnn – also lived. Helen had a kind smile that filled the room.
Sandra, Tom, Greg & John and families, my sincere condolences on the loss of your Mother. It is difficult losing our Mothers and especially at this time of year. I know that you will all have special fond memories to cherish.
With sympathy.
Many years of knowing Helen have given me so many wonderful memories.
Our deepest and most sincere condolences to all of the Simpson families. Thinking of you in these difficult times. Helen was someone very special ! Larry & Val Munroe & All The Staff at L & I Electric Ltd.
Sending my deepest sympathies to all members of the Simpson family. I had the pleasure of meeting Mrs. Simpson briefly during a work contract at Simpson Seeds Inc. She was warm, full of kindness and made me feel welcome. I know she played an instrumental role in creating the trusted, tight-knit relationships within the Simpson family – something that has proved to serve each of them and their company well. It was a pleasure to have had the opportunity to meet her.
Sandra, Tom, Greg, John and families – So sorry to hear about your Mom’s passing. Helen always had time for a good conversation and wondered what was going on in your life. You all have much to celebrate for a life well lived and a credit to your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Condolences to the Simpson family. We just saw Helen’s obituary on the internet so we apologize for this late message.
Our mother, Victoria (Janeczko) Beahun, played accordion in the Prairie Ramblers Orchestra (Moose Jaw) in the mid 1940s with Steve and George Mintenko. Mom (who passed away in August, 2018) had very fond memories of the Mintenko family – playing music at dances every weekend with Steve and George and spending time with Helen and their mom, Mrs. Mintenko, in Moose Jaw. Mom and Helen always kept in touch. They enjoyed their phone calls and would reminisce about those early days in Moose Jaw and how life was so different today from how they had lived then. Through Mom’s memories and those phone calls over the years, we know how special a woman that Helen was. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
The Beahun family (Linda, Sharon and Ron)