Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, Feb. 6 at the age of 92 years. She was the beloved wife of the late Carl Helmer, dear mother of Carol Stegink (late Lewis) and the late Carl William Kallio. She will be sadly missed by her grandchildren Dave Stegink, Dan Stegink, Cathy Kallio, Laurie Brown and her great grandchildren Andrew and Jillian Stegink. She was the dear sister of Lempi Hyppia, Esther Koski, Alma Levo, Kay Campbell and was predeceased by Hilda Waltonen, Linda Linquist, William Sarlo and Vivian Sauve. She is survived by many nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held at the Kotialo of the Finnish Resthome (725 North Street) on Sunday, February 10, 2002 at 2 p.m. with Rev. Sam Norbo officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Ontario Finnish Resthome Association.
