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Helen T. Curran

8/18/1931 - 11/7/2021

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Obituary For Helen T. Curran

Helen T. “ Dede” Curran Aug. 18, 1931 - Nov. 7, 2021

Helen T. “Dede” Curran, 90, formerly of Hollidaysburg, passed away Sunday afternoon at Homewood Assisted Living, Martinsburg, surrounded by her children. She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Charles R. and Helen M. (Finnegan) Hess. On June 23, 1951 she married Paul A. Curran who preceded her in death April 5, 1988. She is survived by four children: Susan Nori (Ron), Charles Curran (Mary Sue), Diane Blyler (Bill), and Therese Ott (Bryan); six grandchildren: Anthony Nori, Rebecca (Nori) Wattenschaidt (Ryan), Laura Albright (Brant), Katie Renaud (Andrew), Dustin Ott (Morgan), and Brandyn Ott (Stephanie); and eight great-grandchildren: Ella, Charlotte, Cecelia, Frankie, Caroline, Claire, Luke, and William. She is also survived by her special friend, Paul Fagley. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Paul, her sister, Anna Marie Grimm, and her infant brother, Charles Helen had attended Our Lady of Lourdes Grade School. She was a 1949 graduate of Altoona Catholic High School and graduated from the Pittsburgh Comptometers School in 1950. She was an undercover store detective in the 1960’s for Investigative Protection Services. From 1984-1998, she worked as a school crossing guard for the Hollidaysburg Borough. Besides being the crossing guard for the borough, she assumed the position of Meter Enforcement Officer in 1990. She was given the title as the “Ambassador” for the borough. She was a lifelong member of St. Mary Catholic Church, Hollidaysburg. Helen enjoyed ballroom dancing, her Sunday visits with her special friend, Paul, spending time with her children, and visits from her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She enjoyed hearing of their accomplishments and viewing the many pictures of them. Helen was outgoing, compassionate, fair, and had a humorous personality. She had a deep faith in God and prayed for everyone. A parting note to all was, “HAVE A GOOD DAY!”. Friends will be received from 10:00 a.m. until the 11:00 a.m. funeral Mass on Wednesday, November 10, 2021 at St. Mary Catholic Church, Hollidaysburg by Father Alan Thomas. Due to the continuing Covid-19 pandemic, masks are highly recommended. Committal will be at Alto Reste Park. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations in memory of Helen, be made to Homewood at Martinsburg, 437 Givler Dr., Martinsburg, PA 16662, or St. Mary Catholic Church, 312 Clark Street, Hollidaysburg, PA 16648. Arrangements are by Plank, Stitt & Stevens Funeral Home, 421 Montgomery St., Hollidaysburg. Condolences may be made at www.stevensfamilyfuneralhomes.com or Stevens Family Funeral Homes Facebook.

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  • 11/12/2021

    Laurie O’Neill-Lord

    Rest in peace, Mrs. Curran! God will shine his light on you and your family.

  • 11/11/2021

    Ed Prostko

    To family members and dearest freinds very sorry for loss of Helen , she was a kind, happy and great lady, I knew her as a meter maid and car issues, she always seemed to have a smiling face and waved hello just about always, Especially to family members this is not a easy time may God bless you all. Ed Prostko Eds Auto

  • 11/11/2021

    Joyce Weber, Resident at Homewood

    As a volunteer, from Independent Living at Homewood, I met Helen and enjoyed her vibrant personality. She was indeed a sweetheart, was always smiling and looking very spiffy. I enjoyed following her many adventures, on Facebook, with Katie and Jamie. My thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends. Joyce Weber

  • 11/10/2021

    Paul and Deb Hetrick

    Our thoughts are with Helen's family at this time of sorrow. May the gift of time and God's love bring healing at this time of loss.

  • 11/09/2021

    Bobbi Carnell

    Helen will always hold a part of my heart. She is how I meet my husband. I always said she was my Guardian Angel. Now she is a Guardian Angel for us all. My deepest sympathy, thoughts and prayers to her whole family. You all were her world and she was so proud of all of you and loved you all so much.

  • 11/08/2021

    Connie Carter

    Our heartfelt sympathy to Therese and family Keep the treasured memories close to your heart. Our love and prayers. Connie, Teresa and family.

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