Helen Louise Armstrong, 91 of Springfield, IL, died at 8:58 pm, Sunday, December 11, 2011 at St. Josephs Home. She was born July 5, 1920 in Divernon, Illinois to William M. and Janet Cuthbert Rhodes. She married John B. “Jack” Armstrong on July 5, 1950 and he preceded her in death on March 6, 1970. Her parents; one sister Agnes Estill; four brothers William R. John H., Robert and Norman “Sonny” Rhodes and three infant siblings also preceded her in death.
Survivors include three sisters: Ava Jean (Oscar) Antle of Lake Station, IN; Betty Jo (Thomas) Karhliker of Auburn, IL and Wilma Bottoms of Paducah, KY; three brothers: Ronald Rhodes of Divernon, IL; George A. Rhodes of Hutsonville, IL and Kenneth Rhodes of Auburn, IL and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Helen was of the Methodist Faith. She always was a person who would help others especially her family. She was a supervisor for the IRS for 20 years and retired from the Social Security Administration as an Administrative Aide after 20 years.
Visitation: 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 14, 2011 at Staab Funeral Home.
Funeral Service: 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 14, 2011 at Staab Funeral Home with Reverend Brian Caughlan officiating. Burial will be in Camp Butler National Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Joseph’s Home.
Time: 11:00 am
Staab Funeral Home - Springfield
Staab Funeral Home - Springfield
Joan Geekie posted on 12/18/11
Helen and I worked together for many years. She was always capable and able to do anything asked of her. I remember all the things she was always doing for her mother and her family. I remember when her husband died and what a loss that was for Helen. I also remember going to her home so she could cook turtle for us. Unfortunately we didn't see her much after she retired since she seldom joined us for a retiree luncheon. I'm sure all the family will miss her and has lots of fond memories about her.