Helen Elizabeth Shuttleworth

Helen Elizabeth Shuttleworth, age 91 of Roseville, died Sunday, June 8, 2014 at St. John Macomb-Oakland Hospital, Macomb Center in Warren, surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on December 2, 1922 in Sayre, Pennsylvania, daughter of the late James Eugene and the late Florence Louise (nee: Perry) Riley.At the age of 91, Helen lived a long life,…witnessed a lot of interesting changes,…touched a multitude of lives,…and impacted many through her unselfish acts of love and care. Some of the defining traits that have been shared about Helen include elegant, regal, optimistic, determined, supportive, positive, with some of the warmer being loving, caring, thoughtful,…and simply, a good friend. Yet to so many, she was much more than merely a friend. Whether family or friend, Helen truly lived out the Godly principles of the Bible that say; "consider others more important than yourself." She knew how to make you feel special and would go out of her way to lift your spirits. Truth-be-told, there are many other traits that could be mentioned, but they can all be enveloped in her faith in God and how she lived out His great commission. With faithfulness that poured from her like a vessel running over, Helen's life impacted many for the cause of Christ and truly made a difference. There are many things she'll be remembered for, but none that will mean as much as how she imitated her Lord & Savior, Jesus.While she walked this sod, though,…she did it with such grace and poise, and with a classy touch that was uniquely her own. Except for those occasions when she would toil in her yard, Helen was always dressed-to-the-nines and was the epitome of proper. Miss Manners has NOTHING on this lady! She was also known for her creative talents and the flair she possessed for decorating. Whether for the mouth-watering cakes she baked and iced,…her gift in floral arranging,…or the wonderful skills she possessed in interior decorating, she had a way in bringing "beauty" to the table through her artistic eye. When it came to Helen's pastimes, there were some she enjoyed in those alone times,…and others spent in the company of loved ones and friends. For those personal moments, you'd often find her curled up with a good book. She was an avid reader, her favorite being a good mystery novel. She also kept her mind sharp by solving many-a-crossword puzzle in her day. As for those times with others, her penchant for word games was often satisfied in the noisy game of Boggle. She was also quite fond of antiquing, something she shared with her daughter, Sheridan,…and sometimes, J.D. And some of the REAL fun was had around the card table in a rousing game of Euchre, Bridge, or the ever-popular, Pinochle. She loved playing card games, and the ensuing conversations that would always be enjoyed. But perhaps the pinnacle of the pastimes she enjoyed were those moments she shared on the dance floor with her beloved, J.D. The two lovebirds could cut-a-rug with the best of them, and they were truly the picture of romance as they floated over the dance floor embraced in each others' arms. There's just something special about watching a couple together in that light,…and they "tripped that light fantastic!"Along with being a great mentor and teacher, Helen was also a great listener who could easily spend hours lending another her ear. From the marathon phone calls to the stories she loved to hear, keeping in touch and in-the-know was very important to this Mom and Grandma. And the detail…Oh My Goodness!?!? Just how many people actually polish silver or starch-iron shirts anymore? Yep,…Helen did,…and J.D. never looked more handsome than when he donned one of Helen's masterpieces, starched and looking sharp! Of course, nothing says "Grandma's Place" like a bowl of tasty chocolates, something Helen kept full for her bevy of sweet-toothed cherubs. Helen was also quite the "traditional" lady, one who always felt grateful and was always there to let you know. There's many of her loved ones and friends who can attest to her gratefulness from the many notes and cards she sent over the years. That's right,…they were handwritten notes, not e-mails or texts. It may have been old-fashioned, but Helen wouldn't have had it any other way. It was simply her personal touch,…and that heart after God that set her apart.A loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend, she'll be remembered for her laugh and how she loved a good dose of humor from time to time. She'll be remembered for how generous she was with her time, a sense of the unconditional love that permeated her soul. She'll be remembered for the lofty goals she set for others, but could match those set expectations by walking her talk. She'll be remembered for the friendliness shared after church on Sunday mornings in her shared role (with J.D.) as Coffee Host. But without a doubt or question, the strongest reflection by all will forever be the witness and testimony of her marriage to J.D. and how that was conveyed to countless hearts and souls throughout the years. When two people are as in love as Helen and J.D. were, it speaks volumes to the lives around them, and their love was almost as loud as we expect Gabriel's trumpet to be. It touched many,…it changed many,…and will never be forgotten.Helen leaves a legacy of love that goes unmatched, will be reflected on with reverence and respect, and will provide a guiding light even amidst her absence. She fought the good fight,…served her Lord diligently,…and has surely heard those welcoming words; "Well done, my good and faithful servant." She will be missed immensely and loved eternally.Helen was the beloved wife of J.D. Dearest mother of Sheridan (Robert) Schuster, Roger (Helen) Shuttleworth, and Kerry (Barbara) Shuttleworth. Loving grandmother of Tara Donnell, Carolyn Schuster, James Shuttleworth, Deborah (David) Gettelman, Audrey (James) Goetzinger, Brenda (Eric) Bessolo, Nicholas Shuttleworth, Alaina Shuttleworth, and great-grandmother of Brian, Jessica, Brendan, Lucy, Martin, James, Mitchell, Marshall, Calvin, and Carly. Sister of the late James Riley. She is also survived by special friend's, Karen & Jack Kerner.Visitation for Helen will be held on Tuesday, June 10th from 5-9pm and Wednesday 2-9pm at the D.S. Temrowski & Sons Funeral Home, 30009 Hoover Road at Common (12 ½ Mile Road) in Warren. She will lie in state on Thursday from 10:00am until time of the Funeral Service at 11:00am at St. Peter's Lutheran Church in Eastpointe. Interment will follow at White Chapel Cemetery in Troy, Michigan. Memorial donations are welcomed to St. Peter's Lutheran Church, 23000 Gratiot Ave., Eastpointe, MI 48021 or Hospice of Michigan, Donation Processing Center, 400 Mack Avenue, Detroit, MI 48201. Please share memories of Helen at her memory book.