Helen "Louise" Harper
October 9, 1953 ~ March 11, 2018
Helen Louise Harper, 64, of Madison, passed away Sunday night, March 11, 2018, at University Hospital in Cleveland, Ohio, while surrounded by her family. She was born to Kelly and Bessie (Pennington) Varner in Dry Fork, WV on October 9, 1953. She married Roger Harper in Oakland, MD, on May 15, 1974.
Louise loved life and took great joy in her children and grandchildren. Her greatest happiness was in spoiling those grandchildren! That love was always strong, and Louise took great care decorating for every holiday, making sure the feelings were festive and welcoming. She loved planting and maintaining her flower beds, and enjoyed going back home to West Virginia to visit family and friends.
She is survived by her husband, Roger, of 44 years; children, Michelle (Nelson) Martel, Leslie (Jeff) Winfield, Heather (Jake) Rice; grandchildren, Marissa and Dylan Martel, Haylee Winfield, Keagan and Kinley Rice; brothers, Delmas (Darlene) Evans, Jimmy (Annetta) Varner, Donald Varner, Richard (Pam) Varner, Bill (Barb) Varner; sisters, Diane (Gary) Mininger, Arvilla (Layne) Godwin; and many loved nieces, nephews, and cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents, sister, Patty Brown; and brother, Ron Varner.
Friends may call from 10am-12pm, Saturday March 17, 2018 at The Behm Family Funeral Home, 26 River St., Madison, OH 44057. A 12pm funeral service will follow at the funeral home. Final resting place will be Fairview Cemetery.
Friends may leave condolences online at www.behmfuneral.com
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Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Mary and Gary Bender.
Heather, I am so sorry for the loss of your mom. My prayers and hugs are sent to you all
My last memeory of this wonderdul person was met with a hug as she always stopped me to ask how I was and greet me with a warm hug.My thoughts and prayers are with her beautiful loving family!Helen will still continue watching over everyone as she did in life..much love to the entire family..Love,Becky (Davis)Crawley and family
Michelle and family .. I'm so sorry to hear the loss of your mom .. I know how much she was loved We will be praying for you and your family
We are so sorry for your loss and know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Ron and Gail Dermer
I've fond memories of cousin Louise. I am so sorry for your loss. It will be felt by many.
Dear Mr Harper, Michelle, Leslie and Heather- I truly am heartbroken for all of you as you go thru what must feel like the worst. Talk about her often and she won’t ever be forgotten. Please know I’m so sorry for your loss.
We are so sorry for your loss. Sending prayers and comfort to all. Rest In Peace Helen.
Frank Pachinger jr. and family
Michelle, So sorry to hear about your mom! Our love and prayers are with you and your family.
Was so sorry to hear of your loss. It was such a pleasure to see her after so many years at our 1st Cousins Reunion in Dry Fork last year. My God bless and comfort all of you.
To the family. I am sorry for your loss. My sincere condolences and prayers for all of you. May God grant you comfort and understanding!
To Roger and family, it really was such a blessing to meet all of you. I know that without a doubt, Louise must of been one amazing wife and mom to have such a supportive and loving family. Roger, enjoy the love and life that the two of you created together. Kiss your grand-babies everyday and help to keep her legacy alive.