Born November 1, 1927 in Los Angeles,California, passed away June 12, 2021.
Helen was preceded in death by her husband Boyd.
Helen is survived by daughters Barbara Packer, Trisha DiPrete (David), sons Jim Dranow (Fawn Takemoto), Bill Dranow (Carrie), grandkids Heather Johnson (Joel), Kris Sligar, Adam Sligar ( Sunday), Meghan Thacker (Jared), Lillian Seabury (Eric), Andrew Stivers (Ahmedya), Merissa Stivers, Taylor and Collin Dranow, great grandkids Colt and Goldie Sligar, Cooper and Conner Thacker, and Baby Stivers.
Helen met her husband, Boyd of 60+ years, while working for the telephone company. Helen turned her attention to raising a family. Helen and Boyd enjoyed traveling, including many bus tours and cruises with the family, working in her garden and being on a bowling team. For many years Helen volunteered with the LA Sheriff’s Department. She will be remembered as a strong hardworking woman who loved bringing her family together.
Graveside service will be held on Saturday, July 10 at 11 am at Joshua Memorial Mortuary. An informal “Celebration of Life “ will follow at the home of her son Bill, Lancaster.