Helen, I will miss hearing you letting me know all I need to change about  my life!  You were such an important part of my life...starting at age 3y when we first met!  I will miss you and always remember you!

My fond memories of Helen, Sister Croft to me, are at the foot of her piano in the living room of her beautiful home. Standing there with usually 3-7 other boys where she taught us the art of singing in a men's quartet or octet. It always included at least one of her sons, in my case Eric or Darren, and sometimes Scott. She is a masterful musician, pianist and teacher of voice. She was quite the perfectionist and took great pride and honor in presenting a musical number that would reach out and touch the soul of the parishioners in their desire to worship God and His Son Jesus Christ, as most of the time we were performing in a church sacrament meeting or other religious meeting. She had a distinct love for the dynamics of the music and insisted on our most careful and diligent heed to the volume and tone of each note, word and phrase, including strict attention to dictation for the understanding of all present. She was very serious about this endeavor yet very cheerful, happy and joyful in raising a voice of praise, worship and song. When you went there to practice you did not wear your duds either, as it was a setting of elegance and reverence there in her living room. I always felt like I was the greatest singer in the world, because she made me feel that way, that I could perform any number or part, so long as I would listen to her coaching and practice diligently. I felt the spirit of the Holy Ghost each and every time I practiced and performed with Sister Helen Croft. What a legacy of music she left to those who follow. I thought she was very pretty and I am pretty sure she would flirt a little with all of us teenage boys and that taught me what it is like to flirt with a girl. Yes, I said she flirted with us and made us feel handsome and valuable. Little did we know that it would become training for future dating opportunities and the experience gained proved to be very valuable. I love you and I miss you Sister Helen Croft! You made a huge and lasting impact on my life and helped me gain confidence and self esteem for the basis of the rest of my life. And the LOVE I have for music lives on in my heart, like a treasure never to be lost or traded for anything that could match its value! Heaven is receiving another great choir member, pianist and teacher of voice!!! What beautiful music will be played upon her arrival.

Helen..so sorry to hear of your passing!  I had no idea!  I sure miss all of your "man advice" and caring for my wealfare!  You are one Classy, elegant, amazing Woman!  I sure love you!  My thoughts are with your family.  "till we meet again!"  Say Hello to my Daddy and brother!

She filled the lives around her with the warmth of her love and her passion for music. What a great moment to walk into a room and to have it filled with her music. I have been fortunate enough to associate with billionaires, royalty and celebrities and she had an air of dignity that surpassed them all. Humility and great wisdom exuded from this woman. I was lucky enough to have known her a little in the past and I am a better person because of it. As I look at the previous comments I am not the only one to share this sentiment. A true mark of a person is the example they leave behind that others choose to follow.

I love John and Helen.  Their love and devotion to each other was inspirational.  I will miss our yearly dates to see the Phoenicians (Barbershop Chorus) perform.  I will miss their smiles and hugs.  Helen....such class.  will miss your music and friendship!  Till we meet again!

To family of Helen Schwartz:  

Jerry and I remember Helen as a kind, loving wife to our friend John.  Through the years, we thoroughly enjoyed our time spent with the two of them.  Please accept our sympathy on the loss of your mother.

We will look forward to greeting all of you at Lake Okoboji next summer.

Sincerely, Karla and Jerry Huse

Mother, I am so thankful you are finally at peace. Give John a hug for me. We are planning a beautiful funeral for you. There will be yellow roses and lots of music. I think you will approve.

My favorite memories of my stepmother were her undying fidelity for my father, and her fervor for dessert any time and every day.
We should always eat dessert first! 
Helen, may you rest in peace with Dad and the finest patissier in heaven!

My dearest Helen, my father's love and eternal companion, I am glad you are rejoined in heaven.

OBITUARY

Helen Tebbs Schwartz

August 6, 1935 – January 19, 2016

Green Acres Mortuary & Cemetery

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