The doctors and staff will always remember the sweetness of Helen.  She loved all the dogs she ever owned and was a compassionate pet owner. Prayers are sent to all family and friends. Pamela D., doctors and staff at Bayshore Animal Hospital

You and your family have our deepest sympathy MaryAnn. We will be there for you Saturday. Prayers are being said for you, especially as you move past Saturday in a new, strange world without your Mom. All our love

I'm a neighbor of Helen's in Burgundy I. I miss seeing her on her daily walks with Lucy. She was a thoughtful and helpful neighbor. You have my sincere condolences and heartfelt sympathy.

We send out prayers to your family. May she rest in peace and walk with the angels. She will always be with your family through memories.

Your Mom may be with the Lord, but here on earth you will always have your memories and know she will always be with you in your heart and you will see her again when the Lord calls us home. I know knowing that doesn't ease the pain of now. Our Love and Prayers go out to you and your family.

I'm so sorry to hear of this terrible senseless tragedy .. I have many fond memories of your mom on Fairs St all those years ago .. Always remember the happy times and smile @ the great memories ..

I am so sorry for you loss my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family..

So sorry, Mary Ann...thoughts and prayer are with you and your family.  Earline

I am so terribly saddened by your loss. I send my condolences to the family, that somehow you may find some comfort and peace and I pray your beloved mother will rest peacefully in Heaven.

Im so sorry for your loss Mary Ann and your family. Such a tragic event is sometimes so hard to comprehend but you and yours are in my thoughts and prayers, God Bless

Mary Ann and family....Continued prayers for all of you at this very sad time. Know your mom is in the Lord's arms resting peacefully. Your happy memories shall help you through the rough times. Sincerely, Lori Knaell Chamberlain

Dear Charles, 
Were are so saddened to hear about your Mother's passing.  You and your family are in out thoughts and prayers.  Sincerely, Ed, Maureen and Eddie Balen

Donnie and I send all our love to you Mary Anne, Chucky and your family at this sad time.  We will both be there in spirit on Saturday when you say your final goodbye.

From my family to yours deepest sympathy. Prayers and good wishes are with you all! God bless!

Eddie and I would like to give our condolences to the both Mary Ann and her family during this time of sorrow.

We love you Mommy....RIP, we miss you soooooo much.  Love, Mary Ann, Billy, Chucky, Jeremy, Amber, Daegan, Kayla, Jayden and Kai.

may god give you all strength at this difficult time in your lifes

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Helen M. VanOrden

September 23, 1934 – May 2, 2014

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