Helen Woodward Martin

95, passed away peacefully, May 5, 2018. She is preceded in death by her husband, Fred R. Martin III; and sister, Margret Woodward Laughinberg. Helen is survived by brother, Eugene B. Woodward (Joan); sister-in-law, Wilma Martin; daughters, Rosanne Creed (Thomas), Jane Carswell (Haynes); grandchildren,

Jackson Elsberry (Kimberly), Ashley Rini (Chip), Trey Carswell (Kim), James Creed (Jerri), Elizabeth Fontes (David), Richard Creed; and 12 great-grandchildren.

She was a strong and caring wife, mother, and friend. Helen lived her life to the fullest. She was a member of St. Andrews Episcopal Church, ECW, and Saint Monica’s Circle. She attended Gorrie Elementary, Wilson Middle, Plant High School, and Florida State College for Women, where she was a member of the Chi Omega Sorority. She was a volunteer, fed the hungry, and was a member of The Junior League of Tampa, board member of The Light House for The Blind, Chiselers, Lamplighters, and Tampa Museum of Art. She was a resident of Canterbury Tower and a member of The Friends of Canterbury Health Center.

The family would like to thank the wonderful caregivers

for the loving care provided.

There will be a family graveside service at Myrtle Hill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Andrews Episcopal Church Foundation, 509 E. Twiggs St., Tampa, FL 33602, or the charity of your choice.

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